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Havanese

DogSmallWeight 3–6 kgLifespan 14–16 yrs

Cuba's national companion β€” healthy and long-lived. Watch patellar luxation, heart disease and a breed-related adult exercise intolerance (ChT deficiency).

Temperament: Cheerful and clingy, clever little performer, great with children

🩺 Common diseases & risks

Common

Luxating patella

Common small-breed issue

Common

Mitral valve disease

Senior heart auscultation monitoring

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ChT deficiency (exercise intolerance)

Adult-onset muscle weakness β€” DNA test available

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Dry eye

Eye monitoring

πŸ“‹ Recommended screening & frequency

  • #1Knee check (annual)
  • #2Heart auscultation (seniors twice yearly)
  • #3ChT DNA test if exercise intolerance

🍚 Nutrition

Quality small-breed formula; portion-controlled β€” gains easily.

πŸ› Daily care

Silky long coat brushed daily or clipped; high companionship needs β€” no long solo days.

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