Bringing a dog into your home can be an exciting prospect. Dogs make great pets, and are wonderful companions. After you decide that you want to be a dog owner, selecting a breed of dog is the next logical step. Many prospective dog owners look for Havanese puppies. Havanese puppies are a popular breed of dog, and because of their size and temperament, make perfect pets for families.
Finding Havanese puppies for sale can be tricky especially if you are looking for a pure breed. And with Havanese puppies being so popular, it is hard to find them at a shelter. But there are places you can go online to find listing of Havanese puppies for sale. Online pet stores allow breeders to showcase many Havanese puppies for sale all in one place. And with so many to choose from, you can be sure that you will find one that will be the perfect fit for your family.
After you decide to add a Havanese puppy to your family, it's sometimes hard to know what to do next. Looking for Havanese puppies for sale online will help you find hundreds of websites with breeders showcasing their puppies. With breeders being able to show their dogs online, instead of in magazines or pet stores, families looking for Havanese puppies for sale have far more options. And while the websites have few differences, you will want to pay close attention to the breeders themselves. There are some basics to consider when choosing the right dog for your family. Look at the breeder, and how they treat their dogs. You want to choose a breeder that treats their dogs as if they were one of their own, feeding them high quality food, giving them love and attention, and providing them with a safe and loving environment. You also should consider the cost of the puppy; Havanese puppies can be expensive; it's best to set a budget and stick with it. And of course, you will want to look at pictures and descriptions of the dogs and choose a puppy that looks like it will be a good fit for your family.
After you have found the right breeder offering the best Havanese puppy for sale to suit your family, it's time to bring your new dog home. But before you do that, make sure that you have puppy-proofed your home. In fact, you will want to make sure to do this before you even complete the purchase of your Havanese puppy, as many breeders will want to visit your home to make sure it is ready for a dog. In addition to puppy proofing, you will want to purchase some basic supplies for your Havanese puppy. These should include high quality food, a water bowl, a food bowl, an ID tag, brush/grooming tools, and a dog bed. Once you get to know your puppy and his/her personality, you can buy toys and more supplies, but you will want to have the basics on hand at the start. And, of course, you will want to do some reading and research about Havanese puppies to make sure that you have a smooth transition with your newest family member.
The Havanese comes from Cuba where they were pampered lap dogs. They love people and are not above learning tricks to amuse us. They are known to be very obedient and they get along well with other dogs and pets. They are very tuned into their human family and like to find a high perch to keep an eye on everything. They are very good with children and make good watch dogs. As a reminder, never leave a child unsupervised with any puppy or dog.
*Approximate Adult Size. The approximate adult size (two years old or older) of the Havanese is 8.5 to 11.5 inches to the withers (highest point of the shoulder) and 7 to 13 pounds.
*Special Health Considerations. Most dog breeds have certain inherited health problems associated with that specific breed and the Havanese is no exception. They are a healthy breed with long life attributes but be on the look out for juvenile cataracts, progressive Retinal Atrophy (inherited disease of the retina that can cause vision loss and blindness), and dry skin. This disease list is an informative guideline only. Other diseases may also be significant threats, please contact your veterinarian for a complete list.
She should visit the veterinarian several times in the first year for shots, boosters and check up. Then, as an adult, she should visit the veterinarian yearly for shots and check up. As she gets older, six years and on, she should visit the veterinarian twice a year for check ups and shots. Remember; avoid feeding your dog sweets.
*Grooming. The Havanese has a double coat, the outer coat is long and silky and the inner coat is also soft. She needs to be brushed at least twice a week. Pay attention to extra hair around her feet pads, and clean around eyes. They are non shedding and considered a good dog for allergy sufferers.
Her ears should be checked once a week and be kept clean. If you have her professionally groomed, make sure ear cleaning and inspection is part of the package. No water or excess fluid should get in the dogs ears, and do not try to irrigate the ears. Ear cleaning is too complicated and critical to instruct here. Look for hair growing in the ear canal, excess wax, or moisture. If her ears have a discharge, foul odor or she seems to be in distress and you suspect an infection, or tumor, consult your veterinarian.
Her teeth should be brushed at least twice a week with toothpaste and toothbrush designed for dogs. Brushing removes the accumulation of plaque and tartar which can cause cavities (rarely) and periodontal disease. Dog periodontal disease can lead to pain, loss of teeth, bad breath and other serious disease.
Her toenails may need to be examined for growth and clipped regularly. The toenails of the rear feet grow slower than the toenails of the front feet. Generally a guillotine type trimmer is the best for this chore and competent instructions to accomplish this can be found on the net.
*Life Span. The Havanese can live between 14 and 15 years with proper nutrition, medical care and excellent living conditions.
*History. The Havanese come from Cuba where they were developed from the Bichons. She is considered the national dog of Cuba. They were first registered by the American Kennel Association in 1995.
Some Registries: *Havanese Club of America *UKC United Kennel Club *NKC National Kennel Club *CKC Continental Kennel Club *APRI Americas Pet Registry Inc. *AKC American Kennel Club *FCI Federation Cynologique Internationale *NZKC New Zealand Kennel Club *KCGB = Kennel Club of Great Britain *ANKC = Australian National Kennel Club *ACR = American Canine Registry
*SPECIAL GOOD POINTS Good watch dog. Rarely sheds, good for allergy sufferers. Very friendly dog. Pampered lap dog. Good temperament. Good with obedience.
*SPECIAL BAD POINTS Poor guard dog. Can be very vocal.
*Other Names Known By: Bichon Havanais, Havana Silk Dog
*Every dog is an individual so not everything in this information may be correct for your dog. This information is meant as a good faith guideline only.
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