Havanese is an active, busy and a family centered dog which loves to be at attention. It involves all family in entertainment. It is very affectionate and gentle with family members, children and other pets. It is noteworthy that Havanese is also very affectionate with all out of the family, children and strangers. As a simple statement, Havanese is non-aggressive, accepts all human and animals. It is willing to please and amuse having quick learning mind. It tends to be more active, reactive and vocal. It is trainable to mold at any angle of obedience. It is excellent in circus performer, canine careers, assisting the handicapped and sports dog.

Havanese is a tiny dog with small structure and short legs. Its pace is graceful, making more noticeable by vigorous dynamics representing the happy nature of the dog. Soft and shiny skin coats make it more attractive. Outer one have 6 to 8 inches long hairs shaping straight, sometimes a litter curly flagging in a wavy motion. A combine effect of appearance is very alert and polite.

Havanese is said to be the related breed of Bichon group. Bichon were famous as lapdogs and were brought to Cuba from Europe during 17th century. The original Bichon breed could not tolerate the Cuban weather and could not survive, however, an adapted breed is established in Cuba from these puppies, which is finally known as ‘Blanquito de la Habana’ also named as Havanese silk dog. These dogs have the entire similarity with original Bichons with white shiny silky coat. In 19th century, transition amongst European nations i.e, French, Germany and Cuba, this breed travelled across the borders. During 18th and 19th centuries, Havanese was the most favorite pet of the upper class community in Cuba. The dog was able to survive in severe tropical heat of Cuba. Till 20th century, Cubans kept the breed growing and developing. In 1970s, the dog was firstly introduced to USA by the immigrants from Cuba and was finally recognized by AKC (American Kennel Club) in 1996.

Temperament

A complete performer as clown, Havanese is very attractive, attentive and clever dog. It is tricky and able to get noticed in the community. They love to be noticed. They want to be the centre of the attention of peoples around them. They are famous for building quick friendship with strangers and guests. This tricky nature of the dog served a long time as a comprehensive entertainer dog in circus. They are small in size and fit in any environment in flat or apartment life as well as open houses. This breed can be termed as a toy breed and will enjoy playing with children. They provide full support to children teams in playing many human games. They have greater tolerance upon any unlike action of child during play, whereas, other breeds of this type get aggressive.

Havanese desire to be with their owner all the time, their playful nature is sometimes demanding for owners,