Havanese vs Puli
Breed Compatibility
75% Compatible
Energy Level
Havanese: Regular Exercise0.6
Puli: Regular Exercise0.6
Very Compatible
Trainability
Havanese: Easy Training0.8
Puli: Independent0.4
Moderately Compatible
Grooming Needs
Havanese: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Puli: Specialty/Professional1.0
Moderately Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Havanese5/5
Puli3/5
Good with Other Dogs
Havanese5/5
Puli3/5
Good with Strangers
Havanese5/5
Puli3/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
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
Puli
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Eye Problems: Progressive retinal issues
Deafness: Hereditary hearing loss
Bloat: Gastric torsion risk
Allergies: Skin sensitivity common
Von Willebrand's: Blood clotting disorder
Pros & Cons Comparison
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
Puli
Pros
Excellent herding instincts
Loyal family companion
Intelligent and trainable
Weather-resistant coat
Good watchdog
Cons
High grooming maintenance
Can be stubborn
Requires experienced owner
Moderate exercise needs
Strong herding instinct may need management
Havanese Fun Fact
Havanese are the only native dog breed of Cuba and were once known as 'Blanquitos de la Habana'.
Puli Fun Fact
Their distinctive corded coat naturally forms into separate rope-like strands without human intervention!
Heritage & Purpose
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.
Puli
Origin:
Hungarian herding dogs from the Middle Ages, Pulis worked alongside shepherds in the Magyar plains. Their distinctive coat protected them while controlling flocks in harsh conditions.
Special Considerations
Havanese
Regular grooming is essential to maintain their coat. They need consistent companionship and may develop separation anxiety if left alone frequently.
Puli
Professional grooming expertise needed for cord maintenance. Regular exercise essential for mental stimulation. Early socialization important for balanced temperament.
Shedding
OccasionalShedding
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