Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Havanese Versus King Shepherd: Introduction
- Havanese versus King Shepherd: Overview
- Havanese versus King Shepherd: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Havanese and the King Shepherd
- The Similarities Between the Havanese and the King Shepherd
- Size (Weight and Height) of Havanese versus King Shepherd
- Lifespan of Havanese versus King Shepherd
- Temperament of the King Shepherd Versus the Havanese
- Price of Havanese versus Price of King Shepherd
- Tolerates Being Alone: Havanese versus King Shepherd
- Do Havaneses shed more than King Shepherds?
- Which one drools more, the Havanese or the King Shepherd
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Havanese or the King Shepherd?
- Does the Havanese Have a Higher Prey Drive than the King Shepherd?
- Do Havaneses Bark and Howl? What about King Shepherds?
- Can Havaneses Tolerate Cold Weather? And can King Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Havanese vs. King Shepherd
- Can Havaneses Tolerate Hot Weather? Can King Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Havanese or the King Shepherd?
- Are Havaneses good family dogs? What about King Shepherds?
- How Kid-friendly are Havaneses and King Shepherds?
- Is the Havanese Easier to Train than the King Shepherd?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Havanese
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the King Shepherd
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Havanese versus King Shepherd. Which One is a Better Pet?
Havanese Versus King Shepherd: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Havanese and the King Shepherd? 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 Havanese and the King Shepherd 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 Havanese and the King Shepherd.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Havanese and the King Shepherd 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 Havanese and for the King Shepherd. 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 Havanese and the King Shepherd.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Havanese or the King Shepherd.
Havanese versus King Shepherd: Overview
A very important difference between the Havanese and the King Shepherd is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Havanese is a small-sized dog while the King Shepherd is a giant-sized dog.
Furthermore, 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.
On the other hand, the King Shepherd belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.
Havanese versus King Shepherd: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Havanese to the King Shepherd 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 Havanese and the King Shepherd
| Factor | Havanese | King Shepherd |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 11 years |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 7 to 13 pounds | 75 to 150 pounds |
| Height | 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder | 25 to 31 inches |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 10.5 years |
| Average Price | $2180 | $1560 |
| Price Range | $1700 – $2750 | $700 – $2500 |
| Temperament Score | 81.8 percent | 100.0 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Havanese 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 King Shepherd. 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 Havanese is 91 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the King Shepherd is 84 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Havanese is a better pet than the King Shepherd. 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 Havanese and the King Shepherd so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Havanese and the King Shepherd
Below is a list of where the Havanese and the King Shepherd are most different:
The Similarities Between the Havanese and the King Shepherd
The Havanese and the King Shepherd are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Havanese and the King Shepherd are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Havanese versus King Shepherd
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Havanese and the King Shepherd.
Havaneses weigh 7 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Havaneses are 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, King Shepherds weigh 75 to 150 pounds when fully grown. King Shepherds are 25 to 31 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Havanese versus King Shepherd
The lifespan of Havaneses is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Havaneses is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of King Shepherds is between 10 to 11 years . The average lifespan of King Shepherds is 10.5 years.
Havaneses live longer than King Shepherds.
Temperament of the King Shepherd Versus the Havanese
The King Shepherd has a better temperament than the Havanese.
This is because the temperament score for the King Shepherd is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Havanese is 81.8 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 81.8 percent, the Havanese has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 100.0 percent, the King Shepherd has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Havanese and the King Shepherd by measuring the temperaments of 11 Havaneses and 1 King Shepherds.
Price of Havanese versus Price of King Shepherd
The average price of the Havanese puppy is $2180. The price of the Havanese typically ranges from $1700 – $2750. However, the price of a Havanese can be as low as $600 and as high as $4550. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 647 Havanese puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the King Shepherd puppy is $1560. The price of the King Shepherd typically ranges from $700 – $2500. However, the price of the King Shepherd can be as low as $150 and as high as $3000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 34 King Shepherd puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Havanese is more expensive than the King Shepherd.
| Havanese | King Shepherd | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2180 | $1560 |
| Price Range | $1700 to $2750 | $700 to $2500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Havanese and King Shepherd. For different price points, the charts show how many Havanese puppies or how many King Shepherd puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Havaneses. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of King Shepherds?
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Havanese puppy or the King Shepherd 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: Havanese versus King Shepherd
Havaneses do not like to be left alone.
King Shepherds do not like to be left alone.
Do Havaneses shed more than King Shepherds?
Havaneses do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
King Shepherds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Havanese or the King Shepherd
Havaneses do have a very low tendency to drool.
King Shepherds have a very high tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Havanese or the King Shepherd?
Havaneses require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
King Shepherds are very easy to groom.
Does the Havanese Have a Higher Prey Drive than the King Shepherd?
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.
King Shepherds 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.
Do Havaneses Bark and Howl? What about King Shepherds?
Havaneses are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
King Shepherds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Havaneses Tolerate Cold Weather? And can King Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Havaneses can moderately tolerate cold weather.
King Shepherds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Havanese vs. King Shepherd
Havaneses do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
King Shepherds have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Havaneses Tolerate Hot Weather? Can King Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Havaneses can tolerate hot weather.
King Shepherds can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Havanese or the King Shepherd?
Havaneses get along very well with other dogs.
King Shepherds get along very well with other dogs.
Are Havaneses good family dogs? What about King Shepherds?
Havaneses are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
King Shepherds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Havaneses and King Shepherds?
Havaneses get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
King Shepherds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Havanese Easier to Train than the King Shepherd?
Havaneses are very easy to train.
King Shepherds are very easy to train.
Is the Havanese Better for Apartment Owners than the King Shepherd?
Havaneses adapt very well to apartment living.
King Shepherds adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Havanese or the King Shepherd?
Havaneses are very good for new dog owners.
King Shepherds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
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:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the King Shepherd
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the King Shepherd 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 King Shepherd:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Havanese and how the King Shepherd compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Havanese and of the King Shepherd to other breeds:
Havanese Versus Other Dog Breeds
Havanese versus Mastiff Havanese versus American Hairless Terrier Havanese versus Kishu Ken Havanese versus American Pit Bull Terrier Havanese versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Havanese versus Pekingese Havanese versus King Shepherd Havanese versus Border Collie Havanese versus Harrier Havanese versus Italian Greyhound Havanese versus West Highland White Terrier Havanese versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Havanese versus American Eskimo Dog Havanese versus Saint Bernard Havanese versus Briard Havanese versus Bich Poo Havanese versus Tibetan Mastiff Havanese versus Bluetick Coonhound Havanese versus Neapolitan Mastiff Havanese versus Icelandic Sheepdog Havanese versus Papipoo Havanese versus Goldador Havanese versus Sheepadoodle Havanese versus Coton de Tulear Havanese versus Plott
King Shepherd Versus Other Dog Breeds
King Shepherd versus Shetland Sheepdog King Shepherd versus Norwegian Buhund King Shepherd versus Bluetick Coonhound King Shepherd versus English Toy Spaniel King Shepherd versus Bluetick Coonhound King Shepherd versus Goldador King Shepherd versus Pyrenean Shepherd King Shepherd versus Curly-Coated Retriever King Shepherd versus Kooikerhondje King Shepherd versus Pekingese King Shepherd versus Black and Tan Coonhound King Shepherd versus Standard Poodle King Shepherd versus Shichon King Shepherd versus Lhasapoo King Shepherd versus German Wirehaired Pointer King Shepherd versus Jack Russell Terrier King Shepherd versus Bluetick Coonhound King Shepherd versus Basset Hound King Shepherd versus Dalmatian King Shepherd versus West Highland White Terrier King Shepherd versus Brittany King Shepherd versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel King Shepherd versus Berger Picard King Shepherd versus English Setter King Shepherd versus Bloodhound
Conclusion: Havanese versus King Shepherd. 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 Havanese and the King Shepherd better suits you and your family.