Havanese dog

The Havanese, a bichon-type dog, is the national dog of Cuba, developed from the now extinct Blanquito de la Habana ("little white dog of Havana"). The Blanquito descended from the also now-extinct Bichón Tenerife. It is believed that the Blanquito was eventually cross-bred with other bichon types, including the poodle, to create what is now known as the Havanese. They are sometimes referred to as "Havana Silk Dogs", but this is a separate breed, which has been bred to meet the original Cuban standards.

Havanese
Other namesHavanese Cuban Bichon
Bichón Havanés
Havaneser
Havanezer
Bichon Habanero
OriginCuba (AKC) / Western Mediterranean region (FCI)
Traits
Height 9 in (23 cm)
Weight 7–14 lb (3–6 kg)
Coat soft
Color All colors
Kennel club standards
Fédération Cynologique Internationale standard
Dog (domestic dog)
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