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Chances of Finding A Shorthair Havanese (Shavanese)

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#1 ·
Hi everyone! This is my first post and it took me months to find this site. I figured there had to be a Hav site somewhere on the net. I kept searching and somehow didn't find it quickly until I stumbled on this place one day and I don't even remember how I got here.:eek:

Anyway, I've decided to get a Hav but I would really like to get a shorthaired Havanese, also known to some as a Shavanese. Here are some pics:
http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/havanesephotos7.htm

My question is I wonder how hard it will be to find one (puppy or young adult)? I live in the northeastern US and at this point my search area is the confined to the northeast. I have contacted some breeders and no luck.
I know breeders don't breed shorthairs and I think they are probably less than 5% of the total Havs born. I'm starting to think I'm looking for a needle in a haystack. Does anyone think a search for one is unrealistic? I'm not in a rush and I'm willing to search, join Havanese clubs, go to shows and ask breeders.

Thanks in advance.
Kmax
 
#62 ·
Kmax - In my experience, any breed that has hair and not fur (like Havanese, Maltese, Poodles) can be shaved and shaved and shaved and their hair just comes back in. Usually, it's the breeds with fur that it affects. My persians get shaved once a year pretty much down to the skin with just heads and tails left in tact (think lion cuts) and their coats are not the same as they were before. Granted they are 11 and 10, but still...
 
#64 ·
Hi everyone. It's been a while and I wanted to get back to this post when I had something to write. I did contact Havlady, real name Joan, about the short hair Havs that she has available. We spoke a few times by phone and I was impressed with her knowledge of the Havanese and with her in general. I was confident enough in her to start the agreement with a deposit.

Unfortunately, last week I injured my back and have been mainly confined to bedrest. I have had back problems in the past which I was able to control for over a decade with Chiropractic care. Over the last year and one half I haven't been going to my Chiropractor as much as I should have been and my old problems have resurfaced. So, unfortunately I had to tell Joan that I would not be able take Spurs at this time. I am going need to rehab my back over the next (probably) month or two.

Joan has been very nice throughout this process. She has always been generous with her time to answer my questions and to send me information.
I can recommend her to anyone who is looking for a responsible Havanese breeder.
 
#65 ·
Oh KMAX. I am sooooooooooo sorry. After you are better, then you can look into a HAV. Stick around and keep us posted.

About Joan, I had a feeling she was a great breeder. :) We are lucky to have a few great breeders on this forum that give us great advice. You can feel their passion for the breed and their knowledge is unbelievable. They are :first: in my book.

Feel better soon.
 
#67 ·
Kmax,
:( Sorry to read this post.I was really happy:whoo: for you when you found a breeder on the forum with a few shavanese.My husband had also had back problems,so we are familiar with that.:frusty: Hang in there and keep us posted on how you're doing........
 
#68 ·
Kmax,

I am so sorry to hear about your back problems. At this time you need to concentrate on healing your back and once you are better, you can concentrate on other fun things, like finding the puppy of your dreams.
Please keep us posted and good luck to you.
 
#69 ·
KMAX, I feel for you, hon. I know what it's like as I've had back problems for about 17 years. In fact, it wasn't until I started feeling better that I could even consider getting a puppy, so I know what you mean. It's some work as it is, raising a pup, so we need to be up and able to move around with at least some ease. You will feel better one day and then you can go ahead with your plans.

It's very nice to hear you have a good rapport with a good breeder. :)
 
#70 ·
Hi all,

Well, I sure got an education reading this thread. I had no idea such a thing as a Shavanese even existed. Guess you learn something new everyday!

I was so happy when I got to the post saying there were 3 shavs available for you, Kmax. Then I read about your back problem and was saddened for/with you. I do understand back problems, have one myself, and I know I couldn't handle Shadow's needs very well if mine was acting up. Thank goodness my DH is always willing to pitch in where needed.

Kmax, I sure hope you can get back to normal soon and can find the puppy of your dreams!

~Leslie
 
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