The Havanese is a cute and compact dog, weighing in anywhere from seven to fifteen pounds and standing at a height of eight to eleven inches. This dog is generally sweet natured and eager to please, making it a good choice for most families. With its small size, these puppies can work well in an apartment as well as a house, as long as they are walked regularly. Because of its intelligence, the Havanese puppy will often be relatively easy to train.



The Havanese puppy is generally a mild-mannered, affectionate dog that is relatively easy to train and enjoyable to have around. These dogs are eager to please and intelligent creatures, which is probably why they were a popular choice a circus perfomers for many years. These cute puppies will generally weigh between seven and fifteen pounds when full grown, and will stand at a height of eight to eleven inches. Their compact size make them a good choice for house and apartment living alike.

Let's say that you have done your homework, and a Havanese puppy is indeed in your future. The next step will be to find a breeder to get your puppy from. Pet stores are generally not the best option for purchasing a pet, since many of these animals have come from puppy mills that place more emphasis on turning a profit than in providing healthy, high-quality animals for sale. You can locate a breeder through the Internet, friends who own Havanese or through your veterinarian.

A good breeder will be able to provide you with paperwork showing your dog's lineage and presenting any possible genetic problems that might be in the line. A reputable breeder will be more interested in improving the Havanese breed and finding good homes for his animals, rather than simply turning a profit on the dogs.

Your breeder of choice will invite you over to check out his latest litter of Havanese puppies. Rest assured that every creature in the bunch will be cute enough to tempt you to take him home. Remain strong, and allow logic to prevail here if you want to get the best puppy for your family. Know the type of dog that you are looking for, including the gender that you prefer, before you show up on the breeder's doorstep. This will allow your breeder to help you select the right dog for you.

Finding breeders, choosing puppies and it seems that your decision making process is finally complete when you bring that tiny fur ball home with you. However, there is still one more very important decision that must be made ? finding the perfect Havanese puppy name for your dog. What will you choose? You can go with the top twenty list of most popular puppy names, which includes choices like Princess, Ginger and Willie. Or you can go with the ethnic option, and choose a Spanish name that will go with this dog's Cuban origins. How about Bebe or Pepe? If you are still in a naming quandary, search your memory for favorite movie or cartoon characters.

This will make training time infinitely easier for both you and your dog. You can choose your name from a favorite cartoon character or you can check out the lists of most popular Havanese puppy names on the Internet. Scruffy currently tops that list. Finally, you can watch your puppy for a day or two, to see if there is a name that seems to suit his personality and temperament.

No matter what Havanese puppy name you choose, you can rest assured that the tiny ball of fluff that you brought into your family will bring you years of fun and enjoyment. With the proper care and training, a Havanese will make a great family pet and the perfect companion. Have fun with your Havanese!