Hello,
My PERFECT dog, a Havanese, passed away this past November from cancer. I decided not to get a Havanese for two reasons, one, he was very special, and I don't want to compare and two, I noticed with little dogs you have to pick them up a lot. For instance, to get in the car, on a table at the vet's office and sometimes if you take too long of a walk or carrying them in a carrier through the airport. My back sometimes bothers me so I have decided to get a smaller breed, perhaps a Pomeranian, longhaired Chihuahua or Maltese. I am looking for a dog around seven pounds so not super tiny but definitely smaller than most Havanese. Does anyone have experience with any of these breeds or have a breed recommendation for me. My Havanese was a certified therapy dog which I would love to continue with and also, competed in rally which we did together for fun. My Havanese was so well behaved he was a welcome guest on planes, in hotels and at restaurants and stores, he went everywhere with us. He was quiet, like any dog, he would bark if someone rang the bell, he was calm, easy going and so easy to train. He wanted to please me and loved praise and treats. I am looking for a smaller dog with the Havanese outgoing temperament. Any suggestions?
Thank you,
Cristine
My PERFECT dog, a Havanese, passed away this past November from cancer. I decided not to get a Havanese for two reasons, one, he was very special, and I don't want to compare and two, I noticed with little dogs you have to pick them up a lot. For instance, to get in the car, on a table at the vet's office and sometimes if you take too long of a walk or carrying them in a carrier through the airport. My back sometimes bothers me so I have decided to get a smaller breed, perhaps a Pomeranian, longhaired Chihuahua or Maltese. I am looking for a dog around seven pounds so not super tiny but definitely smaller than most Havanese. Does anyone have experience with any of these breeds or have a breed recommendation for me. My Havanese was a certified therapy dog which I would love to continue with and also, competed in rally which we did together for fun. My Havanese was so well behaved he was a welcome guest on planes, in hotels and at restaurants and stores, he went everywhere with us. He was quiet, like any dog, he would bark if someone rang the bell, he was calm, easy going and so easy to train. He wanted to please me and loved praise and treats. I am looking for a smaller dog with the Havanese outgoing temperament. Any suggestions?
Thank you,
Cristine
