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

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Goldador Versus Havanese: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Goldador 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 Goldador 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 with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Goldador 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 Goldador or the Havanese.

Goldador versus Havanese: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Goldador belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.

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.

Goldador versus Havanese: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Goldador 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.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Goldador and the Havanese

Factor Goldador Havanese
Low Prey Drive 5/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 5/5 4/5
Life Span 10 to 15 years 12 to 15 years
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Height 22 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 5/5
Tolerates Being Alone 4/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 1/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 5/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Weight 60 to 80 pounds 7 to 13 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 13.5 years
Average Price $1320 $2180
Price Range $900 – $1650 $1700 – $2750
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Goldador 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 the Goldador is 93 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Havanese is 91 out of 125.

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

    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 Goldador and the Havanese so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Goldador and the Havanese

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

  • Goldadors have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets. However, Havaneses have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Goldadors do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Havaneses adapt well to apartment living.
  • Goldadors can be left alone for some time without problems. However, Havaneses do not like to be left alone.
  • Goldadors are very easy to groom. However, Havaneses require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Goldadors do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful. However, Havaneses do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • The Similarities Between the Goldador and the Havanese

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

  • Both the Goldador and the Havanese are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Goldador and the Havanese do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Goldador and the Havanese are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Goldador and the Havanese are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Goldador and the Havanese can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Goldador and the Havanese are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Goldador and the Havanese are very easy to train.
  • Both the Goldador and the Havanese are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Goldador and the Havanese get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Goldador and the Havanese get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Goldador and the Havanese are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Goldador and the Havanese are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Goldador and the Havanese are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Goldador versus Havanese

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

    Goldadors weigh 60 to 80 pounds when fully grown. Goldadors are 22 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder 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.

    Lifespan of Goldador versus Havanese

    The lifespan of Goldadors is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Goldadors is 12.5 years.

    The lifespan of Havaneses is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Havaneses is 13.5 years.

    Havaneses live longer than Goldadors.

    Price of Goldador versus Price of Havanese

    The average price of the Goldador puppy is $1320. The price of the Goldador typically ranges from $900 – $1650. However, the price of a Goldador can be as low as $875 and as high as $2700. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 33 Goldador puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Havanese puppy is $2180. The price of the Havanese typically ranges from $1700 – $2750. However, the price of the Havanese can be as low as $600 and as high as $4550. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 647 Havanese puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Havanese is more expensive than the Goldador.

    Goldador Havanese
    Average Price $1320 $2180
    Price Range $900 to $1650 $1700 to $2750

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Goldador and Havanese. For different price points, the charts show how many Goldador puppies or how many Havanese puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Goldadors. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Goldadors. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Havaneses?

    A breakdown of the prices of Havaneses?

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Goldador puppy or the Havanese puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.

    Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Goldador versus Havanese

    Goldadors can be left alone for some time without problems.

    Havaneses do not like to be left alone.

    Do Goldadors shed more than Havaneses?

    Goldadors shed moderately.

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

    Which one drools more, the Goldador or the Havanese

    Goldadors do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Havaneses do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Goldadors are very easy to groom.

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

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

    Goldadors 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.

    Do Goldadors Bark and Howl? What about Havaneses?

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

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

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

    Goldadors can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Havaneses can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Goldador vs. Havanese

    Goldadors have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

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

    Can Goldadors Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Havaneses Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Goldadors can tolerate hot weather.

    Havaneses can tolerate hot weather.

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

    Goldadors get along very well with other dogs.

    Havaneses get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Goldadors good family dogs? What about Havaneses?

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are Goldadors and Havaneses?

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

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

    Is the Goldador Easier to Train than the Havanese?

    Goldadors are very easy to train.

    Havaneses are very easy to train.

    Is the Goldador Better for Apartment Owners than the Havanese?

    Goldadors do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Havaneses adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Goldadors are very good for new dog owners.

    Havaneses are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Goldador

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Goldador 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 Goldador:

  • Goldendoodle (76 percent match with Goldador). Here is our comparison of the Havanese vs Goldendoodle.
  • Dalmatian (75 percent match with Goldador). Here is our comparison of the Havanese vs Dalmatian.
  • Labradoodle (85 percent match with Goldador). Here is our comparison of the Havanese vs Labradoodle.
  • Pyredoodle (75 percent match with Goldador). Here is our comparison of the Havanese vs Pyredoodle.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Havanese

    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 Goldador vs Bichon Frise.
  • Cavachon (84 percent match with Havanese). Here is our comparison of the Goldador vs Cavachon.
  • Bich Poo (85 percent match with Havanese). Here is our comparison of the Goldador vs Bich Poo.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Goldador Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Goldador versus German Longhaired Pointer     Goldador versus Kooikerhondje     Goldador versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Goldador versus Jack Russell Terrier     Goldador versus Great Dane     Goldador versus Valley Bulldog     Goldador versus Afador     Goldador versus Carolina Dog     Goldador versus Border Collie     Goldador versus Collie     Goldador versus American Bulldog     Goldador versus Affenpinscher     Goldador versus Ibizan Hound     Goldador versus Pomsky     Goldador versus Coton de Tulear     Goldador versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Goldador versus Lhasa Apso     Goldador versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     Goldador versus Irish Water Spaniel     Goldador versus Pharaoh Hound     Goldador versus Cockalier     Goldador versus Boxer     Goldador versus American Eskimo Dog     Goldador versus Pomapoo     Goldador versus Cockalier     

    Havanese Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Havanese versus Tibetan Spaniel     Havanese versus Morkie     Havanese versus German Wirehaired Pointer     Havanese versus Sussex Spaniel     Havanese versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Havanese versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne     Havanese versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     Havanese versus Whoodle     Havanese versus Pomsky     Havanese versus Australian Shepherd     Havanese versus Newfoundland     Havanese versus Chinese Crested     Havanese versus Pharaoh Hound     Havanese versus American Bulldog     Havanese versus Rhodesian Ridgeback     Havanese versus Tibetan Mastiff     Havanese versus Curly-Coated Retriever     Havanese versus Silky Terrier     Havanese versus Flat-Coated Retriever     Havanese versus Bracco Italiano     Havanese versus Norwegian Buhund     Havanese versus Whoodle     Havanese versus Chihuahua     Havanese versus Kuvasz     Havanese versus Braque du Bourbonnais     

    Conclusion: Goldador 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 Goldador and the Havanese better suits you and your family.