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Name	Havanese	Miniature Schnauzer	Pitsky
Origins	Cuba	Germany	United States
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese	Zwergschnauzer	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Havanese or Miniature Schnauzer or Pitsky? Which is the smallest dog, Havanese or Miniature Schnauzer or Pitsky?	Small	Small	Large Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Havanese or Miniature Schnauzer or Miniature Schnauzer? Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky weight comparison:	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	Male: 11-18 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 10-15 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg)	30-70 pounds (14-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	Male: 14.5 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg)	50 pounds (23 kg)
Height Which is taller, Havanese or Miniature Schnauzer or Pitsky? Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky height comparison:	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)	Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm)	16-25 inches (40-64 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10 inches (25 cm)	Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm)	20.5 inches (52 cm)

Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Havanese or Miniature Schnauzer or Pitsky? Which is more expensive?	$900-$1200	$600-$1000	$150-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Havanese or Miniature Schnauzer or Pitsky?	Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Miniature Schnauzer is quite easy to get.	Average: The Pitsky is a commonly available dog breed.

Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Miniature Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Pitsky dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky trainability comparison.	Havanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.	Pitsky dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Havanese or Miniature Schnauzer or Pitsky?	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Pitsky dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Havanese or Miniature Schnauzer or Pitsky? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Pitsky dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Havanese or Miniature Schnauzer or Pitsky? Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming	Alert Intelligent Friendly Obedient Fearless Spirited	Active Stubborn Energetic Loyal Hunting Athletic Guarding Smart
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky?	High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Miniature Schnauzer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Pitsky dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky social needs comparison:	Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are a social breed. See more.	Pitsky dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Havanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Pitsky is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Havanese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Pitsky dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky playfulness comparison:	The Havanese is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Miniature Schnauzers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Pitsky is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky?	Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Miniature Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Pitsky is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Havanese or Miniature Schnauzer or Pitsky?	Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Miniature Schnauzer indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Pitsky breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Havanese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Pitsky dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Havanese or Miniature Schnauzer or Pitsky?	Havanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Pitsky dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Havanese or Miniature Schnauzer or Pitsky?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Havanese bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Schnauzer bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Pitsky bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Pitsky has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky mouthiness comparison:	Havanese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Pitsky dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky health comparison. Which is the healthier: Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky?	The Havanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Miniature Schnauzer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Pitskys are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky health problems comparison:	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt	Cataracts Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare infection (MAI)	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hyperthyroidism
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Havanese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Miniature Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Pitsky should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky lifespan comparison. How long do Havanese, Miniature Schnauzer and Pitsky breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Miniature Schnauzer: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Pitsky: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Miniature Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Havanese or Miniature Schnauzer or Pitsky? Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky energy level comparison:	Havanese dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Pitsky dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Havanese or Miniature Schnauzer or Pitsky? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have an average exercise need.	Pitsky dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Havanese or Miniature Schnauzer or Pitsky?	Havanese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Pitsky dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Havanese or Miniature Schnauzer or Pitsky?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Schnauzer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Pitsky has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky coat comparison:	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long	Wiry	Short Long
Colors What are the original Havanese, Miniature Schnauzer and Pitsky color?	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco	Black Silver Pepper Salt	Black White Brown Brindle Grey
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Havanese or Miniature Schnauzer or Pitsky? Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky grooming comparison:	Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Miniature Schnauzer requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Pitsky requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Havanese or Miniature Schnauzer or Pitsky? Havanese or Miniature Schnauzer or {name3 shedding:	Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Pitsky dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Havanese or Miniature Schnauzer or Pitsky?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky?	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Pitsky has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Miniature Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Pitsky is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are generally with other pets.	Pitsky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Havanese or Miniature Schnauzer or Pitsky? Which dog is more friendly?	Havanese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Pitsky dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Havanese or Miniature Schnauzer or Pitsky?	Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Pitsky dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Havanese or Miniature Schnauzer or Pitsky?	Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Pitsky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Havanese or Miniature Schnauzer or Pitsky?	Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Pitsky dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky?	Yes Havanese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Miniature Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Pitsky dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Havanese is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Miniature Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Pitsky is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Havaneses are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Miniature Schnauzers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Pitskys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Havanese or Miniature Schnauzer or Pitsky? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky?	Not really Havanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Miniature Schnauzer breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Pitsky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Havanese and Miniature Schnauzer and Pitsky have?	1-9 puppies, average 4	3-6 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Havanese vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pitsky Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1926 as a Terrier breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club Havanese Club of America	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	Dog Registry of America Inc.

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