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Bichon Havanese Mix
A Bichon Havanese mix is a cross between a Bichon Frise and a Havanese. Most grow into small dogs of 10–16 lb and live 14–16 years.
Photos show the purebred parents. There is no single look for a mix: puppies in one litter can resemble either side.
How big does a Bichon Havanese Mix get?
Pounds. The dark band is where most Bichon Havanese Mix dogs end up; the light band is the full range between the smallest and largest parent.
Height runs 9–12 inches at the shoulder, against 9.5–11.5 in for the Bichon Frise and 8.5–11.5 in for the Havanese.
Coat, energy and training
Bichon Frise and Havanese have low-shedding coat, so some puppies shed little. It is not guaranteed: coat type varies even within one litter, and no dog is truly hypoallergenic.
Daily walks and some play are enough for most of these dogs.
The Bichon Frise rates moderate and the Havanese high; a puppy may lean either way.
Expect regular brushing and professional grooming every few weeks.
Temperament
The Bichon Frise is usually described as playful, curious, peppy. The Havanese as intelligent, outgoing, funny. A mix can take after either parent or land in between. If you can, meet both parents of a puppy before you choose.
Bichon vs Havanese vs the mix
| Trait | Bichon Frise | Bichon Havanese Mix | Havanese |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 12–18 lb | 10–16 lb | 7–13 lb |
| Height | 9.5–11.5 in | 9–12 in | 8.5–11.5 in |
| Lifespan | 14–15 yr | 14–16 yr | 14–16 yr |
| Shedding | very low | low | low |
| Energy | moderate | moderate | moderate |
| Group | Non-Sporting | mixed | Toy |
Questions about the Bichon Havanese Mix
- How big does a Bichon Havanese Mix get?
- Most grow to 10–16 pounds and 9–12 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 7–18 pounds.
- How long does a Bichon Havanese Mix live?
- A typical lifespan is 14–16 years, the midpoint of the Bichon Frise (14–15 years) and the Havanese (14–16 years).
- Does a Bichon Havanese Mix shed?
- Shedding is low. Bichon Frise and Havanese have low-shedding coat, so some puppies shed little. It is not guaranteed: coat type varies even within one litter, and no dog is truly hypoallergenic.
- Is a Bichon Havanese Mix easy to train?
- Trainability is high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.
Other Bichon mixes
- Cavachon
- Poochon
- Shih Tzu Bichon Mix
- Yorkie Bichon Mix
- Maltese Bichon Mix
- Chihuahua Bichon Mix
- Pomeranian Bichon Mix
- Dachshund Bichon Mix
- Schnauzer Bichon Mix
- Cocker Spaniel Bichon Mix
Other Havanese mixes
- Poodle Havanese Mix
- Shih Tzu Havanese Mix
- Yorkie Havanese Mix
- Maltese Havanese Mix
- Chihuahua Havanese Mix
- Dachshund Havanese Mix
- Pomeranian Havanese Mix
- Schnauzer Havanese Mix
- Cavalier Havanese Mix
- Jack Russell Havanese Mix
Figures are calculated from each parent breed's standard height, weight and life expectancy. How we calculate.