The Havanese is truly one of the most delightful of the small breeds. They are exceptionally intelligent and quick witted. Their love of attention comes from their adorable “show-off” natures. They are constantly curios and busy. They are natural clowns and enjoy interludes of rowdy, madcap play. The Havanese’s expression tells you that miss nothing that’s going on around them. They love to sit some where high, especially on the backs of sofas and chairs. They never let strangers approach unwelcome. They thrive on human companionship, and are at their best as a participating member of the family. They love children and will play tirelessly with them at any game in which children delight. If raised near water or exposed to water at an early age, they become powerful swimmers, diving in and out of the water like tiny seals.

  The adult Havanese weighs between seven and thirteen pounds. They stand eight to eleven and a half inch at the shoulder. They are low-shed long hair coated dog that is considered hypo-allergenic and does not smell.  The Havanese come in many different colors and color combinations.