Unfortunately, the Havachin is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Italian Greyhounds are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Companionable
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming

Affectionate
Athletic
Intelligent
Agile
Companionable
Mischievous

Havachins are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Italian Greyhounds shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Avoid Havachins as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Italian Greyhounds are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

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Italy

Havanese, Japanese Chin

Sighthound

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

Unknown

Ancient Times

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
White
Sable
Gray
Red

Red
Gray
Black
Brindle
Sable
Pied
White
Blue
Fawn
Cream

Havachins have medium-length coats.

Italian Greyhounds have short coats.

Curly

Straight

A Havachin can have a litter of 1-9 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An Italian Greyhound can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Heart Murmur

Periodontal Disease

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Epilepsy
Leg Fractures

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Ophthalmic Examination

Eye
Knee
Skeletal
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination

Havachin has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Italian Greyhound has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Havachins are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Italian Greyhounds sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Havachin dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Italian Greyhounds bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Havachin, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Italian Greyhound, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Havachins usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Italian Greyhounds usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Havachin requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Italian Greyhound is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 6-13 pound (3 - 6 kg) Havachin feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 7-14 pound (3 - 6 kg) Italian Greyhound feed 1.3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Havachin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an Italian Greyhound is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Havachin is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an Italian Greyhound is between $42 - $53. This makes an average of $504 - $636 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Havachins make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Italian Greyhounds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Havachins are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Italian Greyhounds are not suitable for children.

Havachins are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Italian Greyhounds are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Havachins are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Italian Greyhounds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Havachins are highly friendly around strangers.

Italian Greyhounds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Havachins are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Italian Greyhounds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Havachins are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Italian Greyhounds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.