Havanese vs Pug vs Tibetan Terrier Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Overall Winner

Havanese

4/6

categories

Best for Apartments

🀝 Tie

Easiest Grooming

Pug

1/5 Β· Low maintenance

Longest Lifespan

Havanese

14-16 years

Easiest to Train

Havanese

3/5 Β· Moderate

Most Active

Tibetan Terrier

5/5 Β· Active

Best for First-Time Owners

🀝 Tie

4/6

67%

Havanese

πŸ‘‘ Winner

3/6

50%

Pug

3/6

50%

Tibetan Terrier

* This summary is based on data from our database. Always make your final decision based on your individual needs.

Basic Info

Origin
Cuba
China
Tibet
Popularity
#23
#31
#101
Common Names & Aliases
Bichon HabaneroBichon HavanaisBichon HavanesHavanese Cuban BichonHavaneserHavanezerBichon Havanese
CarlinChinese PugDutch BulldogDutch MastiffMini MastiffMops
Dokhi ApsoTsang Apso
Breed Classification
Purebred
Purebred
Purebred
Size Classification
Small
Small
Medium
Weight Statistics
3-6 kg
Male: 6-9 kg, Female: 6-8 kg
8.2-13.6 kg
Average Weight
4.5 kg
Male: 7.5 kg, Female: 7 kg
8.2-13.6 kg
Height
21-29 cm
Male: 30-36 cm, Female: 25-30 cm
36-43 cm
Average Height
25 cm
Male: 33 cm, Female: 27.5 cm
39.5 cm
Intelligence Rating
3/5
2/5
2/5
Watchdog Rating
4/5
3/5
3/5
Training Difficulty
5/5
2/5
3/5
Territorial Protection
4/5
4/5
3/5
Price Range
$900-$1200
$300-$500
$1200-$2000
Availability
5/5
5/5
4/5
Personality Traits
AffectionateGentlePlayfulCompanionableIntelligentResponsiveSturdyLivelyAmiableCharming
AffectionateCourageousIntelligentGoingLoyalCheerfulGentleFriendlyPlayful
AffectionateEnergeticReservedIntelligentAmiableGentleSensitive
Sensitivity Level
4/5
3/5
4/5
Impulse to Wander or Roam
2/5
2/5
3/5
Prey Drive
4/5
3/5
2/5
Affection Level
5/5
5/5
5/5
Social Needs
5/5
5/5
4/5
Barking Frequency
2/5
3/5
2/5
Playful Nature
5/5
3/5
4/5
Apartment Adaptability
5/5
5/5
5/5
Lifestyle Adaptability
5/5
5/5
5/5
Alone Time Tolerance
Very Low
Very Low
Low
Bite Risk Assessment
Low
Low
Low
Mouthing Tendency
3/5
2/5
2/5
Bite Strength Rating
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Average Lifespan
14-16 years
11-15 years
11-15 years
Climate Tolerance
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
Health Concerns
3/5
5/5
3/5
Health Problems
CataractsChondrodysplasiaDeafnessElbow DysplasiaHeart MurmursHip DysplasiaLegg-perthes DiseaseMitral Valve DiseasePatellar LuxationPortosystemic Liver Shunt
AllergiesCheyletiella DermatitisCorneal UlcersDemodectic MangeDistichiasisDry EyeEntropionEpilepsyHemi-vertebraeHip DysplasiaLegg-perthes DiseaseNerve DegenerationPatellar LuxationProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)ProptosisPug Dog EncephalitisStaphylococcus InfectionVaccination SensitivityYeast Infection
CataractsDistichiasisHip DysplasiaHyperthyroidismLens LuxationPatellar LuxationProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Vet Care Frequency
Average
Rare
Average
Energy Rating
3/5
3/5
5/5
Sleeping Need
3/5
3/5
1/5
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
1/5
2/5
4/5
Obesity Tendency
4/5
5/5
3/5
Food Consumption
1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Recommended daily amount: 1 1/8 to 1 3/8 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Allergy Friendliness
Yes
No
Yes
Coat Colors
BlackReddish-BrownFawnWhiteHavana BrownTobacco
FawnBlack
SilverGrayWhiteBlack
Grooming Requirements
3/5
1/5
5/5
Shedding Level
1/5
4/5
1/5
Drooling Tendency
1/5
1/5
1/5
Stinkiness Rating
Low
High
Medium
Coat Characteristics
WoollyLongSoftWavyFlat
Fine
ThickSmooth
Bathing Needs
3-4 weeks
3-4 weeks
6-8 weeks
Cat Friendly
5/5
5/5
3/5
Child Compatibility
5/5
4/5
3/5
Dog Friendly
5/5
5/5
3/5
Stranger Friendly
4/5
5/5
3/5
Office Friendly
No
No
No
Senior Citizens Friendly
Highly Recommended
Recommended
Average
Pet Compatibility
Excellent
Excellent
Average
Good For First Time Owners
Yes
No
Yes
Service Dog Capability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Therapy Work Suitability
Not really
Yes
Not really
Scent Detection Ability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Search & Rescue Potential
Not really
Not really
Not really
Maritime Work Ability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Draft Work Capability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Military Service Background
Not really
Not really
Not really
Puppy Litter Size
1-9 puppies, average 4
2-4 puppies
4-6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
60-64 days
60-64 days
60-64 days
Breeding Frequency
Once a year.
Once a year.
Once a year.
AKC Classification
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Toy breed.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1973 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section.
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds section.
Kennel Club Recognition
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.Havanese Club of America
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.American Canine Association, Inc.
Winner / Best value