Unfortunately, the Havapeke 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, Bichon Frises are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Playful
Stubborn
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Good-natured
Companionable
Sturdy
Amiable
Opinionated
Charming

Affectionate
Playful
Sensitive
Cheerful
Gentle
Intelligent

Avoid Havapekes as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Bichon Frises are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

France

Pekingese, Havanese

barbet, water dog

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
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
The Bichon Frise Club Of America

Unknown

ancient times

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Blue
Cream

White
Cream

Havapekes are known for their coat length.

Bichon Frises have medium-length coats.

Straight

Curly

A Havapeke 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 Bichon Frise can have a litter of 12-15 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.

Havapekes typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

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

Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Dental Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hypothyroidism
Liver Shunts

Cataract
Urolithiasis
Allergies
Tooth Loss
Hemophilia
Atopic Dermatitis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Radiographs

Eye
Blood
Knee
Heart
X-Rays
Dental Examination
Allergy Tests

Havapekes are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Bichon Frises are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Havapeke has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Play keep away

Play, Agility, Walk, Walking, Sniffing, Running, Tricks, Fetch, Cuddling, Swimming, Socializing, Cuddle, Sleeping, Training, Go to Park, Lickin, Pets, Run, Snuggle, Sleep, Barking, Eating, Belly rubs, Off-leash, Chase, Dog Parks, Speak, High Five, Tug-of-war, Toys

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Havapeke, 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 Bichon Frise, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Havapekes usually need at least 45 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 Bichon Frises 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.

Havapekes 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.

Bichon Frises have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

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

Bichon Frise 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

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Havapeke is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Bichon Frise is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Havapeke is between $28 - $35. This makes an average of $336 - $420 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 Bichon Frise is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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.

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

Bichon Frises are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Havapekes have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Havapekes have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Bichon Frises are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Bichon Frises are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Bichon Frises are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

The Havapeke is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Bichon Frises are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.