Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Havanese Versus Valley Bulldog: Introduction
- Havanese versus Valley Bulldog: Overview
- Havanese versus Valley Bulldog: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Havanese and the Valley Bulldog
- The Similarities Between the Havanese and the Valley Bulldog
- Size (Weight and Height) of Havanese versus Valley Bulldog
- Lifespan of Havanese versus Valley Bulldog
- Price of Havanese versus Price of Valley Bulldog
- Tolerates Being Alone: Havanese versus Valley Bulldog
- Do Havaneses shed more than Valley Bulldogs?
- Which one drools more, the Havanese or the Valley Bulldog
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Havanese or the Valley Bulldog?
- Does the Havanese Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Valley Bulldog?
- Do Havaneses Bark and Howl? What about Valley Bulldogs?
- Can Havaneses Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Valley Bulldogs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Havanese vs. Valley Bulldog
- Can Havaneses Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Valley Bulldogs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Havanese or the Valley Bulldog?
- Are Havaneses good family dogs? What about Valley Bulldogs?
- How Kid-friendly are Havaneses and Valley Bulldogs?
- Is the Havanese Easier to Train than the Valley Bulldog?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Havanese
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Valley Bulldog
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Havanese versus Valley Bulldog. Which One is a Better Pet?
Havanese Versus Valley Bulldog: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Havanese and the Valley Bulldog? 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 Valley Bulldog 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 Valley Bulldog.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Havanese and the Valley Bulldog 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 Valley Bulldog. 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 Valley Bulldog.
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 Valley Bulldog.
Havanese versus Valley Bulldog: Overview
A very important difference between the Havanese and the Valley Bulldog is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Havanese is a small-sized dog while the Valley Bulldog 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 Valley Bulldog belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Havanese versus Valley Bulldog: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Havanese to the Valley Bulldog 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 Valley Bulldog
Factor | Havanese | Valley Bulldog |
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Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Easy To Groom | 1/5 | 5/5 |
Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 8 to 12 years |
Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 1/5 |
General Health | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 4/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Easygoing | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 1/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Intelligence | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 3/5 |
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 | 4/5 |
Easy To Train | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Weight | 7 to 13 pounds | 50 to 125 pounds |
Height | 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder | 12 to 25 inches |
Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 10.0 years |
Average Price | $2180 | $2050 |
Price Range | $1700 – $2750 | $1950 – $2200 |
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 Valley Bulldog. 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 Valley Bulldog is 74 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Havanese is a better pet than the Valley Bulldog. 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 Valley Bulldog so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Havanese and the Valley Bulldog
Below is a list of where the Havanese and the Valley Bulldog are most different:
The Similarities Between the Havanese and the Valley Bulldog
The Havanese and the Valley Bulldog are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Havanese and the Valley Bulldog are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Havanese versus Valley Bulldog
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Havanese and the Valley Bulldog.
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, Valley Bulldogs weigh 50 to 125 pounds when fully grown. Valley Bulldogs are 12 to 25 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Havanese versus Valley Bulldog
The lifespan of Havaneses is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Havaneses is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Valley Bulldogs is between 8 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Valley Bulldogs is 10.0 years.
Havaneses live longer than Valley Bulldogs.
Price of Havanese versus Price of Valley Bulldog
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 Valley Bulldog puppy is $2050. The price of the Valley Bulldog typically ranges from $1950 – $2200. However, the price of the Valley Bulldog can be as low as $1700 and as high as $2500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 8 Valley Bulldog puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Havanese is more expensive than the Valley Bulldog.
Havanese | Valley Bulldog | |
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Average Price | $2180 | $2050 |
Price Range | $1700 to $2750 | $1950 to $2200 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Havanese and Valley Bulldog. For different price points, the charts show how many Havanese puppies or how many Valley Bulldog 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 Valley Bulldogs?
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Havanese puppy or the Valley Bulldog 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 Valley Bulldog
Havaneses do not like to be left alone.
Valley Bulldogs do not like to be left alone.
Do Havaneses shed more than Valley Bulldogs?
Havaneses do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Valley Bulldogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Havanese or the Valley Bulldog
Havaneses do have a very low tendency to drool.
Valley Bulldogs drool moderately.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Havanese or the Valley Bulldog?
Havaneses require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Valley Bulldogs are very easy to groom.
Does the Havanese Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Valley Bulldog?
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.
Valley Bulldogs have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Havaneses Bark and Howl? What about Valley Bulldogs?
Havaneses are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Valley Bulldogs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Havaneses Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Valley Bulldogs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Havaneses can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Valley Bulldogs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Havanese vs. Valley Bulldog
Havaneses do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Valley Bulldogs 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 Valley Bulldogs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Havaneses can tolerate hot weather.
Valley Bulldogs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Havanese or the Valley Bulldog?
Havaneses get along very well with other dogs.
Valley Bulldogs get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Havaneses good family dogs? What about Valley Bulldogs?
Havaneses are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Valley Bulldogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Havaneses and Valley Bulldogs?
Havaneses get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Valley Bulldogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Havanese Easier to Train than the Valley Bulldog?
Havaneses are very easy to train.
Valley Bulldogs are fairly easy to train.
Is the Havanese Better for Apartment Owners than the Valley Bulldog?
Havaneses adapt very well to apartment living.
Valley Bulldogs adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Havanese or the Valley Bulldog?
Havaneses are very good for new dog owners.
Valley Bulldogs 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 Valley Bulldog
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Valley Bulldog 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 Valley Bulldog:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Havanese and how the Valley Bulldog compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Havanese and of the Valley Bulldog to other breeds:
Havanese Versus Other Dog Breeds
Havanese versus Bullmastiff Havanese versus Norfolk Terrier Havanese versus Papipoo Havanese versus Morkie Havanese versus Schnoodle Havanese versus Lakeland Terrier Havanese versus Labrador Retriever Havanese versus Xoloitzcuintli Havanese versus Pomsky Havanese versus Catahoula Bulldog Havanese versus Standard Schnauzer Havanese versus English Springer Spaniel Havanese versus Affenhuahua Havanese versus Curly-Coated Retriever Havanese versus Collie Havanese versus Biewer Terrier Havanese versus Miniature Pinscher Havanese versus Bull Terrier Havanese versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Havanese versus Chinese Crested Havanese versus Border Collie Havanese versus Mastiff Havanese versus Chow Chow Havanese versus Bolognese Havanese versus German Shorthaired Pointer
Valley Bulldog Versus Other Dog Breeds
Valley Bulldog versus Cairn Terrier Valley Bulldog versus Lowchen Valley Bulldog versus American Staffordshire Terrier Valley Bulldog versus Irish Water Spaniel Valley Bulldog versus Bull Terrier Valley Bulldog versus Dalmatian Valley Bulldog versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Valley Bulldog versus American Eskimo Dog Valley Bulldog versus Irish Setter Valley Bulldog versus Boerboel Valley Bulldog versus Belgian Sheepdog Valley Bulldog versus Norwegian Lundehund Valley Bulldog versus Cesky Terrier Valley Bulldog versus Whoodle Valley Bulldog versus Portuguese Water Dog Valley Bulldog versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog Valley Bulldog versus Japanese Chin Valley Bulldog versus Sealyham Terrier Valley Bulldog versus Bichon Frise Valley Bulldog versus Estrela Mountain Dog Valley Bulldog versus Chinook Valley Bulldog versus Azawakh Valley Bulldog versus Cockalier Valley Bulldog versus Afador Valley Bulldog versus Shiranian
Conclusion: Havanese versus Valley Bulldog. 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 Valley Bulldog better suits you and your family.