Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Havanese Versus Lakeland Terrier: Introduction
- Havanese versus Lakeland Terrier: Overview
- Havanese versus Lakeland Terrier: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Havanese and the Lakeland Terrier
- The Similarities Between the Havanese and the Lakeland Terrier
- Size (Weight and Height) of Havanese versus Lakeland Terrier
- Lifespan of Havanese versus Lakeland Terrier
- Temperament of the Lakeland Terrier Versus the Havanese
- Price of Havanese versus Price of Lakeland Terrier
- Adopting the Havanese versus Adopting the Lakeland Terrier
- The Popularity of Havanese versus Popularity of Lakeland Terrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Havanese versus Lakeland Terrier
- Do Havaneses shed more than Lakeland Terriers?
- Which one drools more, the Havanese or the Lakeland Terrier
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Havanese or the Lakeland Terrier?
- Does the Havanese Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Lakeland Terrier?
- Do Havaneses Bark and Howl? What about Lakeland Terriers?
- Can Havaneses Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Lakeland Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Havanese vs. Lakeland Terrier
- Can Havaneses Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Lakeland Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Havanese or the Lakeland Terrier?
- Are Havaneses good family dogs? What about Lakeland Terriers?
- How Kid-friendly are Havaneses and Lakeland Terriers?
- Is the Havanese Easier to Train than the Lakeland Terrier?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Havanese
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Lakeland Terrier
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Havanese versus Lakeland Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Havanese Versus Lakeland Terrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Havanese and the Lakeland Terrier? 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 Lakeland Terrier 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 Lakeland Terrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Havanese and the Lakeland Terrier 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 Lakeland Terrier. 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 Lakeland Terrier.
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 Lakeland Terrier.
Havanese versus Lakeland Terrier: Overview
Both the Havanese and the Lakeland Terrier are similar in size. The Havanese and the Lakeland Terrier are both small-sized dogs.
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 Lakeland Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.
Havanese versus Lakeland Terrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Havanese to the Lakeland Terrier 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 Lakeland Terrier
| Factor | Havanese | Lakeland Terrier |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| 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 | 2/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 7 to 13 pounds | 15 to 17 pounds |
| Height | 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder | 13 to 14 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $2180 | $1810 |
| Price Range | $1700 – $2750 | $1600 – $2325 |
| Temperament Score | 81.8 percent | 75.0 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 23 | 142 |
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 Lakeland Terrier. 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 Lakeland Terrier is 81 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Havanese is a better pet than the Lakeland Terrier. 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 Lakeland Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Havanese and the Lakeland Terrier
Below is a list of where the Havanese and the Lakeland Terrier are most different:
The Similarities Between the Havanese and the Lakeland Terrier
The Havanese and the Lakeland Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Havanese and the Lakeland Terrier are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Havanese versus Lakeland Terrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Havanese and the Lakeland Terrier.
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, Lakeland Terriers weigh 15 to 17 pounds when fully grown. Lakeland Terriers are 13 to 14 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Havanese versus Lakeland Terrier
The lifespan of Havaneses is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Havaneses is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Lakeland Terriers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Lakeland Terriers is 13.5 years.
Temperament of the Lakeland Terrier Versus the Havanese
The Havanese has a better temperament than the Lakeland Terrier.
This is because the temperament score for the Havanese is 81.8 percent while the temperament score for the Lakeland Terrier is 75.0 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 75.0 percent, the Lakeland Terrier has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Havanese and the Lakeland Terrier by measuring the temperaments of 11 Havaneses and 8 Lakeland Terriers.
Price of Havanese versus Price of Lakeland Terrier
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 Lakeland Terrier puppy is $1810. The price of the Lakeland Terrier typically ranges from $1600 – $2325. However, the price of the Lakeland Terrier can be as low as $1000 and as high as $2550. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 11 Lakeland Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Havanese is more expensive than the Lakeland Terrier.
| Havanese | Lakeland Terrier | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2180 | $1810 |
| Price Range | $1700 to $2750 | $1600 to $2325 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Havanese and Lakeland Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Havanese puppies or how many Lakeland Terrier 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 Lakeland Terriers?
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Havanese puppy or the Lakeland Terrier 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 Lakeland Terrier
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Havaneses and many Lakeland Terriers 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 Cody that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Havaneses like Cody on pefinder.com.
Also, like Havaneses, Lakeland Terriers are also available for adoption. For example, Boo And Bean is a Male Lakeland Terrier that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Lakeland Terriers like Boo And Bean that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Bert is the name of another Havanese (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Cash is an adorable Male Lakeland Terrier on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Havaneses and Lakeland Terriers that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Popularity of Havanese versus Popularity of Lakeland Terrier
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Havanese and the Lakeland Terrier over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Havanese is more popular with dog owners than the Lakeland Terrier. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Havanese is 23 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Lakeland Terrier is 142 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Havanese
Popularity of Lakeland Terrier
| Year | Havanese Popularity Rank | Lakeland Terrier Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 25 | 134 |
| 2014 | 25 | 149 |
| 2015 | 24 | 141 |
| 2016 | 23 | 145 |
| 2017 | 23 | 138 |
| 2018 | 24 | 147 |
| 2019 | 22 | 148 |
| 2020 | 24 | 136 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Havanese versus Lakeland Terrier
Havaneses do not like to be left alone.
Lakeland Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Do Havaneses shed more than Lakeland Terriers?
Havaneses do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Lakeland Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Havanese or the Lakeland Terrier
Havaneses do have a very low tendency to drool.
Lakeland Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Havanese or the Lakeland Terrier?
Havaneses require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Lakeland Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Havanese Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Lakeland Terrier?
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.
Lakeland Terriers 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 Havaneses Bark and Howl? What about Lakeland Terriers?
Havaneses are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Lakeland Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Havaneses Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Lakeland Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Havaneses can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Lakeland Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Havanese vs. Lakeland Terrier
Havaneses do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Lakeland Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Havaneses Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Lakeland Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Havaneses can tolerate hot weather.
Lakeland Terriers can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Havanese or the Lakeland Terrier?
Havaneses get along very well with other dogs.
Lakeland Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Havaneses good family dogs? What about Lakeland Terriers?
Havaneses are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Lakeland Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Havaneses and Lakeland Terriers?
Havaneses get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Lakeland Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Havanese Easier to Train than the Lakeland Terrier?
Havaneses are very easy to train.
Lakeland Terriers are not easy to train.
Is the Havanese Better for Apartment Owners than the Lakeland Terrier?
Havaneses adapt very well to apartment living.
Lakeland Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Havanese or the Lakeland Terrier?
Havaneses are very good for new dog owners.
Lakeland Terriers are OK 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 Lakeland Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Lakeland Terrier 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 Lakeland Terrier:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Havanese and how the Lakeland Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Havanese and of the Lakeland Terrier to other breeds:
Havanese Versus Other Dog Breeds
Havanese versus Puggle Havanese versus Great Pyrenees Havanese versus Karelian Bear Dog Havanese versus Irish Water Spaniel Havanese versus Schipperke Havanese versus Cavapoo Havanese versus Sloughi Havanese versus Pointer Havanese versus Alaskan Malamute Havanese versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier Havanese versus Canaan Dog Havanese versus Bluetick Coonhound Havanese versus Rottweiler Havanese versus Cockapoo Havanese versus Boerboel Havanese versus Bulldog Havanese versus Rottweiler Havanese versus Italian Greyhound Havanese versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Havanese versus Shetland Sheepdog Havanese versus Golden Retriever Havanese versus Bearded Collie Havanese versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier Havanese versus Carolina Dog Havanese versus Cockalier
Lakeland Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Lakeland Terrier versus Xoloitzcuintli Lakeland Terrier versus King Shepherd Lakeland Terrier versus American Hairless Terrier Lakeland Terrier versus Spanish Mastiff Lakeland Terrier versus American Foxhound Lakeland Terrier versus Saint Berdoodle Lakeland Terrier versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Lakeland Terrier versus King Shepherd Lakeland Terrier versus Shiba Inu Lakeland Terrier versus Chinese Crested Lakeland Terrier versus Cavapoo Lakeland Terrier versus Puli Lakeland Terrier versus Miniature Schnauzer Lakeland Terrier versus Bich Poo Lakeland Terrier versus Beaglier Lakeland Terrier versus Portuguese Pointer Lakeland Terrier versus Great Dane Lakeland Terrier versus Pointer Lakeland Terrier versus Cavachon Lakeland Terrier versus Irish Setter Lakeland Terrier versus German Shepherd Dog Lakeland Terrier versus American Water Spaniel Lakeland Terrier versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Lakeland Terrier versus Newfoundland Lakeland Terrier versus Maltese
Conclusion: Havanese versus Lakeland Terrier. 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 Lakeland Terrier better suits you and your family.