Active
Playful
Intelligent
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Companionable
Easygoing
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming

Active
Playful
Sensitive
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Fearless
Assertive
Cheerful

Havamalts shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Kashons are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

United States

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Havanese, Maltese

Bichon Frise and Cairn Terrier

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Cream
Gray
Silver
Red

Black
Brindle
Cream
Gray
Red
Silver
White

Havamalts are known for their coat length.

Kashons have medium-length coats.

A Havamalt can have a litter of 1-9 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Kashon can have a litter of 2-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Havamalts are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Kashons are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Hip Dysplasia

Cataracts
Atopic Dermatitis
Mitral Valve Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hypothyroidism
Liver Shunts

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hydrocephalus
Shaker Dog Syndrome
Corneal Dystrophy
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)
Hemophilia

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Radiographs

Eye Examination
Electrocardiogram
Radiographs
Blood Analysis
Neurological Testing

Havamalt dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Kashons bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Havamalts are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Kashons are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Kashon dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Havamalt, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Kashon, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Havamalts usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Kashons usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Havamalt requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Kashons require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Havamalt should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Kashon should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Comb
Hemostat
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Scissors

For an average 5-12 pound (2 - 5 kg) Havamalt feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 12-17 pound (5 - 8 kg) Kashon feed 0.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Havamalt is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Kashon is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Havamalt is between $28 - $35. This makes an average of $336 - $420 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Kashon is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Havamalt has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Kashons are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Havamalts make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The Kashon is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Havamalts make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Kashons are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Havamalts are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Kashons are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Havamalts are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Kashons are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Havamalts are highly friendly around strangers.

Kashons are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.