Border Collie vs Havanese
Breed Compatibility
74% Compatible
Energy Level
Border Collie: Needs Lots of Activity1.0
Havanese: Regular Exercise0.6
Moderately Compatible
Trainability
Border Collie: Eager to Please1.0
Havanese: Easy Training0.8
Very Compatible
Grooming Needs
Border Collie: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Havanese: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Border Collie3/5
Havanese5/5
Good with Other Dogs
Border Collie3/5
Havanese5/5
Good with Strangers
Border Collie4/5
Havanese5/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
Border Collie
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation
CEA: Eye development disorder
MDR1: Drug sensitivity gene
TNS: Neurological condition
CL: Neurological disorder
Epilepsy: Seizure disorder
Havanese
Chondrodysplasia: Skeletal growth issue
Legg-Calve-Perthes: Hip joint problem
Deafness: Hereditary hearing loss
Heart Murmurs: Cardiac abnormality
Cataracts: Vision deterioration
Patellar Luxation: Kneecap dislocation
Pros & Cons Comparison
Border Collie
Pros
Extremely intelligent
Highly trainable
Athletic and agile
Loyal and devoted
Excellent working dog
Cons
Requires extensive exercise
May be too intense for novice owners
Strong herding instinct
Needs constant mental stimulation
Can be overly sensitive
Havanese
Pros
Excellent companion dog
Good with children
Highly adaptable
Low shedding
Intelligent
Social nature
Cons
Regular grooming needed
Separation anxiety prone
Can be vocal
Frequent brushing required
Border Collie Fun Fact
Border Collies can learn to recognize over 1,000 words and can understand complex multi-step commands.
Havanese Fun Fact
Havanese are the only native dog breed of Cuba and were once known as 'Blanquitos de la Habana'.
Heritage & Purpose
Border Collie
Origin:
Developed in the border country between Scotland and England during the 1700s, these dogs revolutionized sheep herding with their distinctive 'eye' and precise control of livestock.
Havanese
Origin:
Developed in Cuba during the 1800s as companion dogs for aristocratic families, these charming pets became favored among wealthy Europeans and Cuban expatriates.
Special Considerations
Border Collie
Requires extensive daily exercise, mental stimulation, and consistent training. Regular grooming needed during shedding seasons. Early socialization crucial.
Havanese
Regular grooming is essential to maintain their coat. They need consistent companionship and may develop separation anxiety if left alone frequently.
Shedding
SeasonalShedding
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