Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Havanese Versus Labradoodle: Introduction
- Havanese versus Labradoodle: Overview
- Havanese versus Labradoodle: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Havanese and the Labradoodle
- The Similarities Between the Havanese and the Labradoodle
- Size (Weight and Height) of Havanese versus Labradoodle
- Lifespan of Havanese versus Labradoodle
- Price of Havanese versus Price of Labradoodle
- Adopting the Havanese versus Adopting the Labradoodle
- Tolerates Being Alone: Havanese versus Labradoodle
- Do Havaneses shed more than Labradoodles?
- Which one drools more, the Havanese or the Labradoodle
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Havanese or the Labradoodle?
- Does the Havanese Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Labradoodle?
- Do Havaneses Bark and Howl? What about Labradoodles?
- Can Havaneses Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Labradoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Havanese vs. Labradoodle
- Can Havaneses Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Labradoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Havanese or the Labradoodle?
- Are Havaneses good family dogs? What about Labradoodles?
- How Kid-friendly are Havaneses and Labradoodles?
- Is the Havanese Easier to Train than the Labradoodle?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Havanese
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Labradoodle
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Havanese versus Labradoodle. Which One is a Better Pet?
Havanese Versus Labradoodle: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Havanese and the Labradoodle? 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 Labradoodle 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 Labradoodle.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Havanese and the Labradoodle 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 Labradoodle. 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 Labradoodle.
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 Labradoodle.
Havanese versus Labradoodle: Overview
A very important difference between the Havanese and the Labradoodle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Havanese is a small-sized dog while the Labradoodle is a large-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 Labradoodle belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.
Havanese versus Labradoodle: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Havanese to the Labradoodle 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 Labradoodle
| Factor | Havanese | Labradoodle |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 12 to 14 years |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Weight | 7 to 13 pounds | 50 to 65 pounds |
| Height | 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder | 21 to 24 inches at the shoulder |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 13.0 years |
| Average Price | $2180 | $1640 |
| Price Range | $1700 – $2750 | $1000 – $2000 |
| 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 Labradoodle. 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 Labradoodle is 94 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Labradoodle is a better pet than the Havanese. So, you should get the Labradoodle!
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 Labradoodle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Havanese and the Labradoodle
Below is a list of where the Havanese and the Labradoodle are most different:
The Similarities Between the Havanese and the Labradoodle
The Havanese and the Labradoodle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Havanese and the Labradoodle are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Havanese versus Labradoodle
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Havanese and the Labradoodle.
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, Labradoodles weigh 50 to 65 pounds when fully grown. Labradoodles are 21 to 24 inches at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Havanese versus Labradoodle
The lifespan of Havaneses is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Havaneses is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Labradoodles is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Labradoodles is 13.0 years.
Havaneses live longer than Labradoodles.
Price of Havanese versus Price of Labradoodle
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 Labradoodle puppy is $1640. The price of the Labradoodle typically ranges from $1000 – $2000. However, the price of the Labradoodle can be as low as $250 and as high as $5850. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 2360 Labradoodle puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Havanese is more expensive than the Labradoodle.
| Havanese | Labradoodle | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2180 | $1640 |
| Price Range | $1700 to $2750 | $1000 to $2000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Havanese and Labradoodle. For different price points, the charts show how many Havanese puppies or how many Labradoodle 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 Labradoodles?
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Havanese puppy or the Labradoodle 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.
Adopting the Havanese versus Adopting the Labradoodle
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Havaneses and many Labradoodles are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male Havanese named Bert that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Havaneses like Bert on pefinder.com.
Also, like Havaneses, Labradoodles are also available for adoption. For example, Ny-Pluto is a Male Labradoodle that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Labradoodles like Ny-Pluto that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Brooklyn is the name of another Havanese (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Odin is an adorable Male Labradoodle on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Havaneses and Labradoodles that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Havanese versus Labradoodle
Havaneses do not like to be left alone.
Labradoodles can be left alone for some time without problems.
Do Havaneses shed more than Labradoodles?
Havaneses do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Labradoodles shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Havanese or the Labradoodle
Havaneses do have a very low tendency to drool.
Labradoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Havanese or the Labradoodle?
Havaneses require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Labradoodles are very easy to groom.
Does the Havanese Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Labradoodle?
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.
Labradoodles 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 Labradoodles?
Havaneses are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Labradoodles are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Havaneses Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Labradoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
Havaneses can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Labradoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Havanese vs. Labradoodle
Havaneses do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Labradoodles have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Havaneses Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Labradoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
Havaneses can tolerate hot weather.
Labradoodles can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Havanese or the Labradoodle?
Havaneses get along very well with other dogs.
Labradoodles get along very well with other dogs.
Are Havaneses good family dogs? What about Labradoodles?
Havaneses are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Labradoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Havaneses and Labradoodles?
Havaneses get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Labradoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Havanese Easier to Train than the Labradoodle?
Havaneses are very easy to train.
Labradoodles are very easy to train.
Is the Havanese Better for Apartment Owners than the Labradoodle?
Havaneses adapt very well to apartment living.
Labradoodles adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Havanese or the Labradoodle?
Havaneses are very good for new dog owners.
Labradoodles are very good 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 Labradoodle
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Labradoodle 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 Labradoodle:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Havanese and how the Labradoodle compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Havanese and of the Labradoodle to other breeds:
Havanese Versus Other Dog Breeds
Havanese versus Australian Kelpie Havanese versus Belgian Malinois Havanese versus Pharaoh Hound Havanese versus Korean Jindo Dog Havanese versus Bulldog Havanese versus Gordon Setter Havanese versus Maltese Havanese versus Beaglier Havanese versus Chinook Havanese versus Bolognese Havanese versus Basenji Havanese versus American Foxhound Havanese versus Pug Havanese versus Sheepadoodle Havanese versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Havanese versus Golden Cocker Retriever Havanese versus West Highland White Terrier Havanese versus Schipperke Havanese versus Swedish Vallhund Havanese versus Coton de Tulear Havanese versus Shiloh Shepherd Havanese versus Akita Havanese versus Swedish Vallhund Havanese versus Canaan Dog Havanese versus Shihpoo
Labradoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds
Labradoodle versus Bernedoodle Labradoodle versus Basset Hound Labradoodle versus Shih Tzu Labradoodle versus Yorkipoo Labradoodle versus American Hairless Terrier Labradoodle versus Kai Ken Labradoodle versus English Toy Spaniel Labradoodle versus Greyhound Labradoodle versus Kishu Ken Labradoodle versus Basenji Labradoodle versus Collie Labradoodle versus Brussels Griffon Labradoodle versus Pyredoodle Labradoodle versus Labrador Retriever Labradoodle versus Bearded Collie Labradoodle versus Australian Kelpie Labradoodle versus Norwegian Lundehund Labradoodle versus Italian Greyhound Labradoodle versus Westiepoo Labradoodle versus Aussiedoodle Labradoodle versus Jack Russell Terrier Labradoodle versus Mudi Labradoodle versus Mastiff Labradoodle versus King Shepherd Labradoodle versus Portuguese Water Dog
Conclusion: Havanese versus Labradoodle. 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 Labradoodle better suits you and your family.