Havanese vs Rat Terrier Comparison – Which dog is better Bichon Habanero or Decker Giant?

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Name	Havanese	Rat Terrier
Origins	Cuba	United States
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Group	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Havanese and Rat Terrier. What other names are these breeds known by?	Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese	Decker Giant Rat Rattie Ratting Terrier American Rat Terrier
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Havanese and a Rat Terrier. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Havanese vs Rat Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Havanese or a Rat Terrier? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Small	Small
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Havanese and a Rat Terrier. Which breed is heavier?	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	Standard: 12-35 pounds (5.5-16 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	Standard: 23.5 pounds (5.10.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Havanese or Rat Terrier? Is a Havanese taller than a Rat Terrier?	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)	Standard: 14-23 inches (35.5-58.5 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10 inches (25 cm)	Standard: 18.5 inches (35.5-58.5 cm)

Havanese vs Rat Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Havanese and a Rat Terrier. Which breed costs more?	$900-$1200	$300-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, Havanese or Rat Terrier?	Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Rat Terrier is quite easy to get.

Havanese vs Rat Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Havanese or a Rat Terrier? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Rat Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Havanese or a Rat Terrier? Compare training requirements.	Havanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Havanese or a Rat Terrier? Compare alertness levels.	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Havanese or a Rat Terrier? Compare territorial behaviors.	Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Havanese vs Rat Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Havanese and a Rat Terrier. How do their temperaments differ?	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming	Loving Alert Affectionate Lively Inquisitive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Havanese vs Rat Terrier?	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.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Havanese vs Rat Terrier?	High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Rat Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Havanese vs Rat Terrier social needs comparison:	Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Havanese vs Rat Terrier?	Havanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Rat Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Havanese vs Rat Terrier? Which can be better for hunting?	Havanese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Havanese vs Rat Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Havanese or a Rat Terrier? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Rat Terrier barks occasionally. See more.
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Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Havanese or a Rat Terrier? Compare play drive and energy.	The Havanese is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Rat Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Havanese or a Rat Terrier? Compare living space needs.	Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Rat Terrier breed.
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Havanese vs Rat Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Havanese or a Rat Terrier? Compare adaptability levels.	Havanese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Rat Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Havanese or Rat Terrier?	Havanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Rat Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Havanese vs Rat Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Havanese or a Rat Terrier? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Rat Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Havanese or a Rat Terrier? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Havanese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Havanese or a Rat Terrier? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Havanese bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Rat Terrier bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Havanese vs Rat Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Havanese or a Rat Terrier? Compare average lifespans.	14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years	14-18 years The average lifespan of Rat Terrier: 16 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Havanese or a Rat Terrier? Compare climate tolerances.	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 warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Havanese and a Rat Terrier. Which breed is healthier?	The Havanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Rat Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Havanese vs Rat Terrier?	Average The Havanese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Rat Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Havanese vs Rat Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Havanese vs Rat Terrier health problems comparison:	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt	Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Eye Problems Heart Problems

Havanese vs Rat Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Havanese or a Rat Terrier? Compare activity levels.	Havanese dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Rat Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Havanese vs Rat Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Havanese or Rat Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Rat Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Havanese or Rat Terrier?	Havanese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Rat Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Havanese vs Rat Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Havanese or a Rat Terrier? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Rat Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Havanese or a Rat Terrier? Compare daily food needs.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	No data available
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Havanese vs Rat Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Havanese or a Rat Terrier? Compare allergy friendliness.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Havanese and Rat Terrier? Compare breed colors.	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco	Black Tan Blue White Brown Tricolor
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Havanese or a Rat Terrier? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Rat Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Havanese or a Rat Terrier? Compare drooling amounts.	The Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Rat Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Havanese or a Rat Terrier? Compare natural smell levels.	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rat Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Havanese and a Rat Terrier? Compare fur types.	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long	Dense Shiny
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Havanese or a Rat Terrier? Compare bathing frequencies.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Havanese or Rat Terrier? Do Havanese dogs shed more than Rat Terrier dogs?	Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Havanese vs Rat Terrier Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Havanese or a Rat Terrier? Compare kid-friendliness.	Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Rat Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Rat Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Havanese or Rat Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Havanese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Rat Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Havanese or Rat Terrier?	Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Rat Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Havanese or Rat Terrier? Can a Havanese and a Rat Terrier be friends? Do Havanese dogs get along with Rat Terrier dogs?	Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Rat Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Havanese vs Rat Terrier?	Yes Havanese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Rat Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Havanese is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Rat Terrier 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.	Rat Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Havanese vs Rat Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Havanese or a Rat Terrier? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Havanese or a Rat Terrier? Compare therapy capabilities.	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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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Havanese or a Rat Terrier? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Havanese or a Rat Terrier? Compare SAR abilities.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Havanese or a Rat Terrier? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Havanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rat Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Havanese or a Rat Terrier? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Havanese and Rat Terrier. Which has stronger military background?	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 Rat Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Havanese and Rat Terrier. Which has larger litters?	1-9 puppies, average 4	5-7 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Havanese and Rat Terrier breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Havanese and Rat Terrier. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Havanese vs Rat Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Havanese and Rat Terrier. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2013 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Havanese and Rat Terrier. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Havanese and Rat Terrier. Which is more widely recognized?	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 Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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