A Detailed Comparison of the Havanese and the Shetland Sheepdog.

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Havanese Versus Shetland Sheepdog: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Havanese and the Shetland Sheepdog? 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 Shetland Sheepdog 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 Shetland Sheepdog.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Havanese and the Shetland Sheepdog 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 Shetland Sheepdog. 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 Shetland Sheepdog.

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 Shetland Sheepdog.

Havanese versus Shetland Sheepdog

Havanese versus Shetland Sheepdog: Overview

Both the Havanese and the Shetland Sheepdog are similar in size. The Havanese and the Shetland Sheepdog 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 Shetland Sheepdog belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.

Havanese versus Shetland Sheepdog: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Havanese to the Shetland Sheepdog 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 Shetland Sheepdog

Factor Havanese Shetland Sheepdog
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 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 4/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Easygoing 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 5/5
Easy To Train 5/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Weight 7 to 13 pounds Starts at 20 pounds
Height 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder 13 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.5 years
Average Price $2180 $1590
Price Range $1700 – $2750 $1000 – $2000
Temperament Score 81.8 percent 68.9 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Dentition
  • Eye Examination- Recommend evaluation every year until age 5, every 2 years thereafter until age 9.
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 23 23

    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 Shetland Sheepdog. 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 Shetland Sheepdog is 85 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Havanese is a better pet than the Shetland Sheepdog. 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 Shetland Sheepdog so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    Havanese versus Shetland Sheepdog

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Havanese and the Shetland Sheepdog

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

  • Havaneses do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies. However, Shetland Sheepdogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Havaneses adapt well to apartment living. However, Shetland Sheepdogs do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • The Similarities Between the Havanese and the Shetland Sheepdog

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

  • Both the Havanese and the Shetland Sheepdog do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Havanese and the Shetland Sheepdog do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Havanese and the Shetland Sheepdog require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Both the Havanese and the Shetland Sheepdog do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Havanese and the Shetland Sheepdog do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • Both the Havanese and the Shetland Sheepdog 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 Havanese and the Shetland Sheepdog can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Havanese and the Shetland Sheepdog get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Havanese and the Shetland Sheepdog gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Havanese and the Shetland Sheepdog are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Havanese and the Shetland Sheepdog have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Havanese and the Shetland Sheepdog are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Havanese and the Shetland Sheepdog get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Havanese and the Shetland Sheepdog are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Havanese and the Shetland Sheepdog are very easy to train.
  • Both the Havanese and the Shetland Sheepdog are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Havanese versus Shetland Sheepdog

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

    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, Shetland Sheepdogs weigh Starts at 20 pounds when fully grown. Shetland Sheepdogs are 13 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Havanese versus Shetland Sheepdog

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

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

    Havanese versus Shetland Sheepdog

    Temperament of the Havanese Versus the Shetland Sheepdog

    The Havanese has a better temperament than the Shetland Sheepdog.

    This is because the temperament score for the Havanese is 81.8 percent while the temperament score for the Shetland Sheepdog is 68.9 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 68.9 percent, the Shetland Sheepdog has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Havanese and the Shetland Sheepdog by measuring the temperaments of 11 Havaneses and 515 Shetland Sheepdogs.

    Price of Havanese versus Price of Shetland Sheepdog

    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 Shetland Sheepdog puppy is $1590. The price of the Shetland Sheepdog typically ranges from $1000 – $2000. However, the price of the Shetland Sheepdog can be as low as $500 and as high as $3145. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 153 Shetland Sheepdog puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Havanese is more expensive than the Shetland Sheepdog.

    Havanese Shetland Sheepdog
    Average Price $2180 $1590
    Price Range $1700 to $2750 $1000 to $2000

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Havanese and Shetland Sheepdog. For different price points, the charts show how many Havanese puppies or how many Shetland Sheepdog 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 Havaneses. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Shetland Sheepdogs

    A breakdown of the prices of Shetland Sheepdogs

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Havanese puppy or the Shetland Sheepdog 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.

    Havanese versus Shetland Sheepdog

    Adopting the Havanese versus Adopting the Shetland Sheepdog

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Havaneses and many Shetland Sheepdogs 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 Reese – Not Ready For Adoption – We Are Not Accepting Applications At This Time that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Havaneses like Reese – Not Ready For Adoption – We Are Not Accepting Applications At This Time on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Havaneses, Shetland Sheepdogs are also available for adoption. For example, Cisco is a Male Shetland Sheepdog that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Shetland Sheepdogs like Cisco that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Havanese and the Shetland Sheepdog can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Parker is the name of another Havanese (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    Also, ~Courtesy~Simon And Shu Shu is an adorable Male Shetland Sheepdog on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

    Havaneses and Shetland Sheepdogs are always available for adoption. Images from petfinder.com

    You can find more Havaneses and Shetland Sheepdogs that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Popularity of Havanese versus Popularity of Shetland Sheepdog

    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 Shetland Sheepdog over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Havanese is as popular as the Shetland Sheepdog with dog owners. 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 Shetland Sheepdog is 23 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Havanese

    Popularity of Havanese

    Popularity of Shetland Sheepdog

    Popularity of Shetland Sheepdog

    Year Havanese Popularity Rank Shetland Sheepdog Popularity Rank
    2013 25 21
    2014 25 21
    2015 24 23
    2016 23 24
    2017 23 24
    2018 24 25
    2019 22 25
    2020 24 27

    Health Problems of Havanese versus Health Problems of Shetland Sheepdog

    Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.

    Both the Havanese and the Shetland Sheepdog are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.

    The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.

    Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Shetland Sheepdog is prone to the same number of genetic health problems as the Havanese.

    4 health tests are recommended for Havanese while 4 tests are recommended for the Shetland Sheepdog.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Havaneses and in Shetland Sheepdogs.

    Havanese Health Problems

    Havaneses are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Havanese puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Havanese puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Havanese breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Havaneses for:

  • Congenital Deafness
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Havaneses here.

    Shetland Sheepdog Health Problems

    Shetland Sheepdogs are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Shetland Sheepdog puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Shetland Sheepdog puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Shetland Sheepdog breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Shetland Sheepdogs for:

  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Dentition
  • Eye Examination- Recommend evaluation every year until age 5, every 2 years thereafter until age 9.
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Shetland Sheepdogs here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Havaneses and Shetland Sheepdogs

    Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Havanese Breed is Dentition Database problems.

    This is because the Havanese ranks 3 out of 49 dog breeds for Dentition Database problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 371 Havaneses, 106 of them had Dentition Database problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Havaneses, and how common these diseases are in Havaneses relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Dentition Database problems: Rank 3 out of 49 Dog Breeds
  • Baer Hearing Test problems: Rank 18 out of 21 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 20 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Advanced Cardiac problems: Rank 38 out of 71 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 55 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 59 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 70 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 111 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 123 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Shetland Sheepdog Breed is Collie Eye Anomaly problems.

    This is because the Shetland Sheepdog ranks 3 out of 7 dog breeds for Collie Eye Anomaly problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 633 Shetland Sheepdogs, 5 of them had Collie Eye Anomaly problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Shetland Sheepdogs, and how common these diseases are in Shetland Sheepdogs relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Collie Eye Anomaly problems: Rank 3 out of 7 Dog Breeds
  • Multiple Drug Resistance (Mdr1) problems: Rank 4 out of 7 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 5 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Dentition Database problems: Rank 6 out of 49 Dog Breeds
  • Von Willebrands problems: Rank 6 out of 15 Dog Breeds
  • Degenerative Myelopathy problems: Rank 46 out of 70 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 89 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 101 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 122 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 166 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in Havanese and in Shetland Sheepdog and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Havanese and the Shetland Sheepdog:

    Disease Havanese Rank Shetland Sheepdog Rank
    Dentition Database problems 3 out of 49 dog breeds 6 out of 49 dog breeds
    Baer Hearing Test problems 18 out of 21 dog breeds Not Common
    Thyroid problems 20 out of 115 dog breeds 5 out of 115 dog breeds
    Advanced Cardiac problems 38 out of 71 dog breeds Not Common
    Elbow problems 55 out of 144 dog breeds 101 out of 144 dog breeds
    Patella problems 59 out of 145 dog breeds 89 out of 145 dog breeds
    Congenital Cardiac problems 70 out of 159 dog breeds Not Common
    Eyes problems 111 out of 182 dog breeds 122 out of 182 dog breeds
    Hips problems 123 out of 198 dog breeds 166 out of 198 dog breeds
    Collie Eye Anomaly problems Not Common 3 out of 7 dog breeds
    Multiple Drug Resistance (Mdr1) problems Not Common 4 out of 7 dog breeds
    Von Willebrands problems Not Common 6 out of 15 dog breeds
    Degenerative Myelopathy problems Not Common 46 out of 70 dog breeds

    *To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.

    Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Havanese versus Shetland Sheepdog

    Havaneses do not like to be left alone.

    Shetland Sheepdogs do not like to be left alone.

    Do Havaneses shed more than Shetland Sheepdogs?

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

    Shetland Sheepdogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Havanese or the Shetland Sheepdog

    Havaneses do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Shetland Sheepdogs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Havanese or the Shetland Sheepdog?

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

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

    Does the Havanese Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Shetland Sheepdog?

    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.

    Shetland Sheepdogs have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Havaneses Bark and Howl? What about Shetland Sheepdogs?

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

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

    Can Havaneses Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Shetland Sheepdogs Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Havaneses can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Shetland Sheepdogs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Havanese vs. Shetland Sheepdog

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

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

    Can Havaneses Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Shetland Sheepdogs Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Havaneses can tolerate hot weather.

    Shetland Sheepdogs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

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

    Havaneses get along very well with other dogs.

    Shetland Sheepdogs get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Havaneses good family dogs? What about Shetland Sheepdogs?

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

    Shetland Sheepdogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Havaneses and Shetland Sheepdogs?

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

    Shetland Sheepdogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Havanese Easier to Train than the Shetland Sheepdog?

    Havaneses are very easy to train.

    Shetland Sheepdogs are very easy to train.

    Is the Havanese Better for Apartment Owners than the Shetland Sheepdog?

    Havaneses adapt very well to apartment living.

    Shetland Sheepdogs do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Havaneses are very good for new dog owners.

    Shetland Sheepdogs 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:

  • Bichon Frise (86 percent match with Havanese). Here is our comparison of the Shetland Sheepdog vs Bichon Frise.
  • Cavachon (84 percent match with Havanese). Here is our comparison of the Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavachon.
  • Bich Poo (85 percent match with Havanese). Here is our comparison of the Shetland Sheepdog vs Bich Poo.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Shetland Sheepdog

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

  • Collie (81 percent match with Shetland Sheepdog). Here is our comparison of the Havanese vs Collie.
  • Pembroke Welsh Corgi (79 percent match with Shetland Sheepdog). Here is our comparison of the Havanese vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Havanese Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Havanese versus Chihuahua     Havanese versus Norwegian Buhund     Havanese versus Skye Terrier     Havanese versus Maltese     Havanese versus Leonberger     Havanese versus Cairn Terrier     Havanese versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Havanese versus Leonberger     Havanese versus Greyhound     Havanese versus Newfoundland     Havanese versus Miniature Schnauzer     Havanese versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Havanese versus Papillon     Havanese versus Vizsla     Havanese versus Belgian Tervuren     Havanese versus Brittany     Havanese versus Weimaraner     Havanese versus Sloughi     Havanese versus Redbone Coonhound     Havanese versus Aussiedoodle     Havanese versus Kooikerhondje     Havanese versus Fila Brasileiro     Havanese versus Samoyed     Havanese versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Havanese versus Whippet     

    Shetland Sheepdog Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: Havanese versus Shetland Sheepdog. 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 Shetland Sheepdog better suits you and your family.