Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund
Breed Compatibility
87% Compatible
Energy Level
Havanese: Regular Exercise0.6
Swedish Vallhund: Needs Lots of Activity1.0
Moderately Compatible
Trainability
Havanese: Easy Training0.8
Swedish Vallhund: Eager to Please1.0
Very Compatible
Grooming Needs
Havanese: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Swedish Vallhund: Occasional Bath/Brush0.2
Moderately Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Moderate
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Havanese5/5
Swedish Vallhund5/5
Good with Other Dogs
Havanese5/5
Swedish Vallhund3/5
Good with Strangers
Havanese5/5
Swedish Vallhund3/5
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
Swedish Vallhund
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Retinal Dysplasia: Eye development issue
Patellar Luxation: Kneecap dislocation
Swedish Vallhund Retinopathy: Vision
Intervertebral Disk Disease: Spine
Progressive Retinal Atrophy: Vision
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
Swedish Vallhund
Pros
Highly trainable
Good with families
Excellent watchdog
Adaptable to different living situations
Cons
High exercise needs
Can be vocal
Seasonal shedding
Strong herding instinct
Havanese Fun Fact
Havanese are the only native dog breed of Cuba and were once known as 'Blanquitos de la Habana'.
Swedish Vallhund Fun Fact
Swedish Vallhunds were nearly extinct in the 1940s but were saved by the efforts of one breeding pair!
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.
Swedish Vallhund
Origin:
Dating back to the Viking Age in Sweden, these dogs served as versatile farm helpers, excelling in cattle herding and vermin control throughout Västergötland.
Special Considerations
Havanese
Regular grooming is essential to maintain their coat. They need consistent companionship and may develop separation anxiety if left alone frequently.
Swedish Vallhund
Regular grooming during shedding seasons, daily exercise requirements, and early socialization to manage herding instincts are essential care aspects.
Shedding
OccasionalShedding
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