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

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

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

Loving
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Devoted
Gentle
Outright
Tempered
Companionable
Vigilant

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

French Mastahoulas are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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Havanese, Yorkshire Terrier

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Brown
Amber

Blue
Brown

Black

Black

Black
Sable
Cream
White
Fawn
Brown

Black
Brown
White
Brindle

Havashires are known for their coat length.

French Mastahoulas have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Havashire 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 French Mastahoula can have a litter of 4-6 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.

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

French Mastahoulas have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Patellar Luxation
Chondrodysplasia (Chd)
Mitral Valve Disease
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Bone And Joint Problems
Deafness
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Entropion
Cataracts
Atopy

Hearing
Ear Examination
X-ray imaging
Electrocardiogram
Eye Examinations
Complete Blood Work
Neurological Examination
Ophthalmic Exam
Full Physical Examination

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Fecal Examination
Urinalysis
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Bloodwork
Thyroid Panel
Skin Scrape

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

French Mastahoula has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

French Mastahoulas have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Havashire, 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 French Mastahoula, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Havashires 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.

In general most French Mastahoulas 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.

Havashires require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The French Mastahoula has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Ideally, Havashire should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

French Mastahoula should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-12 pound (4 - 5 kg) Havashire 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 28-82 pound (13 - 37 kg) French Mastahoula 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 Havashire is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a French Mastahoula is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Havashire is between $35 - $45. This makes an average of $420 - $540 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 French Mastahoula is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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 to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

French Mastahoulas have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

The French Mastahoula is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Havashires have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

French Mastahoulas are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

French Mastahoulas are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Havashires are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

French Mastahoulas are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

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

French Mastahoulas are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.