Fiona Kelly hopes to be a Havanese dog in the next life and so is learning all she can about Havanese breeding, care and grooming in this one. This article is meant to be a trusted source of pet advice, including that of Havanese care and breeding. Informing the public of the best Havanese information will make owners less likely to abandon their pets.

Havanese Grooming Guide: Step-By-Step Instructions

Let's not mince words: Grooming your Havanese is not about vanity—it's about health, comfort, and the bond that grooming can forge between you and your dog. Too often, grooming advice tiptoes around the edges, offering vanilla tips that barely scratch the surface of what's required. I'm here to plunge into the nitty-gritty, to deliver a no-nonsense, step-by-step guide that's as much about technique as it is about the unique camaraderie it builds. We're talking about a breed that's as much a cloud of fur as it is a dog, and that mane is a commitment, an art form, and, yes, sometimes, a battle.

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How to give a Havanese a haircut

Closely related to the Bichon Frise, the Havanese are a beautiful and playful little dog of the toy variety. These dogs have quickly gained in popularity at dog shows and competitions since the 1970s and the AKC has responded with a very specific set of guidelines relating to the way owners give their Havanese a haircut. Not only do these guidelines cover which hair should and should not be cut on your Havanese, but also how long the hair should be, as well as to what should be used to cut it with.  Havanese dogs are known for their soft, silky coats. However, their coats can quickly become matted and tangled if not groomed regularly. In this blog post, we will show you how to cut a Havanese dog's hair at home. 

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Havanese care means no indiscriminate breeding

Whoops – your Havanese is pregnant. This happens even to those who try to provide the best Havanese care. You are obliged to care for Mom and pups. Follow your vet’s advice on Havanese breeding care for pregnant bitches and find out as much Havanese information as you can. Your Havanese will already know it. Natural Havanese breeding or artificial insemination is allowed under the AKC.

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Rare and fluffy: The Havanese

Descended from European toy dog breeds like the Bichon and Toy Poodle, the Havanese is a true companion dog for good times and bad. Although becoming the National Dog of Cuba, the breed was nearly wiped out in the Cuban Revolution. The Havanese is safe and sound in American and Europe and growing in popularity.

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An honest Havanese breeder is a quality find

For any dog lover, having a healthy pup means the world. But what happens when your pup comes from a puppy broker who is unconcerned with the health issues that can plague a certain breed? Havanese puppies are quickly gaining in popularity around the world for both dog lovers and competitors alike. Havanese breeders are hard pressed to keep up with the demand for these lovable dogs, as the strict testing that pups must undergo to ensure they are healthy often leads to a wait of several months to a year or more for a healthy pup.

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Havanese breeders tips

Are you looking for a new addition to your family but you’re not sure what to get? Why not look up a Havanese breeder in your area? Havanese puppies make the best pets. They’re smart, easily trainable, they make great additions to your household and they’re great around children. If you want to see for yourself just how cute they are, look up a Havanese breeder in your area. Some of them post listings in the local phone book so you can probably find some there, or you can look in your local newspaper to see if any are listed in the classified section.

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