Read About Havanese Breeders

Havanese Breeders have practically brought back these dogs from the jaws of extinction. Here's everything you need to know about these breeders.

Havanese Breeders - Breeder Facts

1. Professional Affiliations:

   Havanese breeders must be affiliated with the American Kennel Club and other clubs such as the Original Havanese Club (OHC) and the United Kennel Club (UKC). They are also recognized by the American Rare Breed Association.

2. Why Use a Breeder:

   Havanese dogs had almost gone into extinction in the 1900s. It is the efforts of breeders that made them popular once again. Good breeders can give tips how to raise a Havanese dog.

3. How to Find:

   You can locate a Havanese dog breeder on the internet. Your local vet or dog clubs can provide information. The AKC lists several breeders on their site.

4. What to Expect:

   Since Havanese dogs are a rare breed, it is not easy to own one. The breeders would like to know how the owner would take care of the dog, how many members and other pets there are in the house, etc. You might also need recommendation from a vet. There is intricate paperwork to be done.

5. Breeder's Surroundings:

   Havanese dogs need to be brought up in extremely clean and friendly surroundings. Their kennels must be spacious and have a good circulation of both light and air.

Havanese Breeders - Newborn Facts

1. Average Number of Newborns Delivered at Birth:

   A Havanese litter would consist of 3 to 5 puppies, the average being 4.

2. Age To Be Sold:

   Different experts have different opinions. Puppies must not be sold before they are 5 to 9 weeks of age; they must be given time to grow properly and socialize.

3. What to Look For in a Newborn:

4. Registry:

   All Havanese puppies in America need to be registered with the AKC in the toy breed category.

5. AKC Recognized Characteristics:

   The AKC recognizes Havanese dogs as small dogs with silky fur and long legs. Their unique characteristic is that they carry their tail over their back.

6. Expense to Purchase Newborn:

   Havanese puppies are expensive due to their rare breed status. A single Havanese puppy may cost from $1800 to $2500.

7. Dam and Sire Information of your Newborn:

   It is extremely important to know the parents of the Havanese puppy through the breeder. You must spend time with the parents and check them for medical problems.

Havanese Breeders - Breeder Concerns

1. Breeder Reputation:

   There are very few breeders who sell Havana puppies as the licensing is a tough process. Do not get Havanese puppies from an unlicensed breeder.

2. Pet Health:

   Havanese are generally healthy long-lived breeds. But in the long run, they may develop hip and elbow dysplasia and ear and eye problems.

3. Assurances:

   Breeders must be willing to give health guarantees on the Havanese dog, as well as offer to buy it back if at any point of time you are not able to look after the dog.