Which is Better between the Affenhuahua and the Havanese? A Very Detailed Review.

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Affenhuahua Versus Havanese: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Affenhuahua and the Havanese? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Affenhuahua and the Havanese better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Affenhuahua and the Havanese.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Affenhuahua and the Havanese is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Affenhuahua and for the Havanese. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Affenhuahua and the Havanese.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Affenhuahua or the Havanese

Affenhuahua versus Havanese: Overview

A very important difference between the Affenhuahua and the Havanese is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Affenhuahua is a tiny-sized dog while the Havanese is a small-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Affenhuahua belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

On the other hand, the Havanese belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

Affenhuahua versus Havanese: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Affenhuahua to the Havanese based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Factor Affenhuahua Havanese
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 13 to 18 years 12 to 15 years
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 4/5
Easy To Train 3/5 5/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 5/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 5/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 1/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 3/5
Weight 4 to 12 pounds 7 to 13 pounds
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 2/5
Height 6 to 12 inches 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder
Average Lifespan 15.5 years 13.5 years
Price Range No Data $1700 – $2750
Average Price No Data $2180
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
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    *Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Affenhuahua in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Havanese. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for a Affenhuahua is 74 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Havanese is 91 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Havanese is a better pet than the Affenhuahua. So, you should get the Havanese!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Affenhuahua and the Havanese so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Affenhuahua and the Havanese

    Below is a list of where the Affenhuahua and the Havanese are most different:

  • Affenhuahuas do not get along well with other dogs. However, Havaneses get along well with other dogs.
  • Affenhuahuas are not very friendly towards strangers. However, Havaneses are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Affenhuahuas are very easy to groom. However, Havaneses require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.

    • The Similarities Between the Affenhuahua and the Havanese

    The Affenhuahua and the Havanese are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Affenhuahua and the Havanese are most similar:

  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Havanese do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Havanese do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Havanese cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Havanese do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Havanese do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Havanese adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Havanese are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Havanese are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Havanese are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Havanese are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Havanese are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Havanese have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Havanese gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Affenhuahua versus Havanese

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Affenhuahua and the Havanese.

    Affenhuahuas weigh 4 to 12 pounds when fully grown. Affenhuahuas are 6 to 12 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Havaneses weigh 7 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Havaneses are 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Affenhuahua versus Havanese

    Affenhuahuas do not like to be left alone.

    Havaneses do not like to be left alone.

    Which one drools more, the Affenhuahua or the Havanese

    Affenhuahuas do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Havaneses do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Can Affenhuahuas Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Havaneses Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Affenhuahuas cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Havaneses can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Affenhuahua or the Havanese?

    Affenhuahuas do not get along well with other dogs.

    Havaneses get along very well with other dogs.

    Do Affenhuahuas shed more than Havaneses?

    Affenhuahuas do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Havaneses do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Does the Affenhuahua Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Havanese?

    Affenhuahuas have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

    Havaneses have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Wanderlust Potential: Affenhuahua vs. Havanese

    Affenhuahuas do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Havaneses do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Can Affenhuahuas Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Havaneses Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Affenhuahuas can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Havaneses can tolerate hot weather.

    How Kid-friendly are Affenhuahuas and Havaneses?

    Affenhuahuas get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Havaneses get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Affenhuahua Easier to Train than the Havanese?

    Affenhuahuas are fairly easy to train.

    Havaneses are very easy to train.

    Is the Affenhuahua Better for Apartment Owners than the Havanese?

    Affenhuahuas adapt very well to apartment living.

    Havaneses adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Affenhuahua or the Havanese?

    Affenhuahuas are very good for new dog owners.

    Havaneses are very good for new dog owners.

    Are Affenhuahuas good family dogs? What about Havaneses?

    Affenhuahuas are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Havaneses are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Affenhuahua or the Havanese?

    Affenhuahuas are very easy to groom.

    Havaneses require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Do Affenhuahuas Bark and Howl? What about Havaneses?

    Affenhuahuas are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Havaneses are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Affenhuahua

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Havanese that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Havanese:

  • Bichon Frise (86 percent match with Havanese). Here is our comparison of the Affenhuahua vs Bichon Frise.
  • Cavachon (84 percent match with Havanese). Here is our comparison of the Affenhuahua vs Cavachon.
  • Bich Poo (85 percent match with Havanese). Here is our comparison of the Affenhuahua vs Bich Poo.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Havanese

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Affenhuahua that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Affenhuahua:

  • American Hairless Terrier (76 percent match with Affenhuahua). Here is our comparison of the Havanese vs American Hairless Terrier.
  • Morkie (78 percent match with Affenhuahua). Here is our comparison of the Havanese vs Morkie.
  • Pomchi (77 percent match with Affenhuahua). Here is our comparison of the Havanese vs Pomchi.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Affenhuahua and how the Havanese compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Affenhuahua and of the Havanese to other breeds:

    Affenhuahua Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Affenhuahua versus Curly-Coated Retriever     Affenhuahua versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Affenhuahua versus Bloodhound     Affenhuahua versus Miniature Schnauzer     Affenhuahua versus Afghan Hound     Affenhuahua versus Mal Shi     Affenhuahua versus Bull Terrier     Affenhuahua versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Affenhuahua versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Affenhuahua versus Finnish Lapphund     

    Havanese Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Havanese versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Havanese versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Havanese versus Alaskan Malamute     Havanese versus Stabyhoun     Havanese versus Chorkie     Havanese versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Havanese versus Bichon Frise     Havanese versus English Springer Spaniel     Havanese versus Maltipoo     Havanese versus Norwich Terrier     

    Conclusion: Affenhuahua versus Havanese. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Affenhuahua and the Havanese better suits you and your family.