Characteristics
| Affection Level | High |
| Amount of Shedding | Low |
| Energy Level | Medium |
| Exercise Needs | Medium |
| Friendliness | High |
| Intelligence | Medium |
| Kid-Friendly | High |
| Pet-Friendly | High |
| Playfulness | High |
| Tendency to Bark | Low |
| Trainability | High |
Good To Know
The AKC has a written description of the ideal specimen for each breed.
The Official Standard of the Havanese can be found at the following link:
AKC Havanese Breed Standard