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, Wirehaired Pointing Griffons 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

Gentle
Proud
Vigilant
Loyal
Trainable
Intelligent

Havachins are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffons 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.

Choose a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

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Havanese, Japanese Chin

griffon, spaniel, pointer, setter

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
Continental Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
National Kennel Club
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.

Unknown

1800s

Brown

Hazel

Black

Brown

Black
White
Sable
Gray
Red

Gray
Brown
White

Curly

Wiry

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.

A Wirehaired Pointing Griffon can have a litter of 12-14 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.

Havachins are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffons have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

While the Havachin breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Otitis Externa
Entropion
Ectropion
Hip Dysplasia

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

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Havachins' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffons thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Havachins need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffons require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

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

Havachins are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, it's at least 14 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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffons usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
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 50-60 pound (23 - 27 kg) Wirehaired Pointing Griffon feed 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 a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 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 a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

Havachin has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

Wirehaired Pointing Griffons can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

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

Havachins are highly friendly around strangers.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.