Category: Havanese Dogs

Tips for Keeping Your Havanese Active in Winter

A male Havanese puppy from Family Puppies

Winter can pose a unique challenge for dog owners, especially when you have a playful and energetic Havanese. These adorable dogs, known for their silky coats and affectionate nature, need regular activity year-round to stay healthy and happy. But don’t worry, keeping your Havanese active during the colder months can be both fun and rewarding…. Read more »

How to Puppy-Proof Your Home for Your New Havanese Puppy

Playful havanese puppy dog brings a pink ball towards the camera in the grass

Known for their sociable and affectionate nature, a Havanese puppy will undoubtedly light up your life. However, to ensure their safety and your peace of mind, it’s crucial to puppy-proof your home. Here are some tips to make your home safe for your new Havanese pup. Securing Small Spaces Start by blocking off small spaces… Read more »

Halloween Safety Tips for Your Havanese Puppy

A closeup shot of pumpkins surrounded by brown leaves with a wooden background for Halloween

You’ve just brought your new Havanese puppy home, but now it’s Halloween. This can be a stressful time for any dog, but especially younger pups who are still getting used to their forever home. Here, we provide some tips on how to ensure your Havanese puppy stays safe and stress-free this Halloween. Walk your puppy… Read more »

How to Potty Train Your Havanese Puppy

havanese puppy running outside

Potty training isn’t something most owners look forward to. Nevertheless, it is an essential part to training your Havanese puppy. Havanese dogs are highly trainable, but potty training is difficult no matter the breed. Here, we discuss some of our top tips to making potty training your Havanese puppy easier. Are Havanese Puppies Hard to… Read more »

Can Havanese Dogs Be Left Alone?

havanese puppy sitting on lap

When you adopt a Havanese puppy, you’re likely looking to spend as much time as possible with your pup. However, there will come a time when you must leave your dog alone in the house. You could be going to work each day, getting groceries for a few hours, or even leaving for several days… Read more »

How to Stop Your Havanese Dog from Barking

How to Stop Your Havanese Dog from Barking

Havanese puppies are alert and energetic; they can sometimes be fairly vocal. While they are not like Chihuahuas or Pomeranians, barking at everything they see, they will get yappy when they notice a mailman or a stray squirrel in their yard. Dogs also have unique personalities, so some Havanese pups may be more vocal than… Read more »

Are Havanese Dogs Hypoallergenic?

For many allergy-sufferers, owning a dog has been out of the question. That is, until recently. Many have been arguing that there is such a thing as hypoallergenic dog breeds, the Havanese being one of the most popular amongst them. The truth, however, is a bit more complicated. What are hypoallergenic dogs? Technically speaking, there… Read more »

A Brief History of the Havanese Breed

The Havanese is a small but energetic breed, beloved by families around the globe. It also has a rich history, one that includes Spanish colonizers, Queen Victoria, and Cuban refugees. Read on to find out more: Cuban roots You may have noticed that the name Havanese comes from the city of Havana. That’s because the… Read more »

11 Questions to Ask Your Havanese Breeder

playful spotted havanese puppy dog is running with a red ball in his mouth in a spring garden

Are you thinking of adding a new Havanese puppy to your family? Here are a few essential questions to ask your breeder before buying: 1. What is your experience as a Havanese breeder? Breeding healthy puppies, and breeding them the right way, is no easy job. You’ll want to know a bit more about the… Read more »

How to Puppy-Proof Your House for a Havanese Puppy

You know your home like the back of your hand, but for a puppy, it’s a whole new world waiting to be explored—and we mean extensively explored. Puppies are too curious for their own good sometimes, often leading them to trouble. In order to keep them safe and establish a very puppy-friendly setting, we have… Read more »