Dog Breeding
Best Age To Breed A Dog (Male & Female)
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Find out the best age to breed dogs and the key factors involved. Ensure your dog’s health and safety with our expert breeding insights.
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Connect with responsible Havanese breeders and find the ideal breeding partner for your velcro companion
Essential characteristics to consider when breeding these affectionate dogs
14-16 years
Long-lived breed
Playful, Affectionate
Velcro dogs
Discover what makes Havanese exceptional breeding companions and why they're treasured worldwide
Havanese are the ultimate "velcro dogs," forming incredibly deep bonds with their families. Their devotion creates an unmatched companionship experience that lasts 14-16 years.
Years of devoted companionship
Velcro dogs create unmatched bonds
The only breed native to Cuba! Their remarkable survival from just 11 foundation dogs in the 1970s makes every Havanese special. Breeding preserves this precious heritage.
Their double coat feels like cool silk to touch. Every color and pattern is acceptable, giving breeders freedom to focus on health and temperament over color restrictions.
Havanese enjoy exceptional health with proper care. Simple patella testing ensures bouncy movement throughout their 14-16 year lifespan. Their resilience makes breeding rewarding.
Small litters mean each puppy gets exceptional care
These exceptional traits make Havanese one of the most rewarding breeds to work with
Follow these essential guidelines for responsible and successful Havanese breeding
Small breeds mature earlier! Still wait until 2 years for females to ensure complete health testing. Havanese can breed successfully into older age.
Patella evaluation ensures bouncy, comfortable movement!
Once per year maximum
3-4 litters lifetime
Skip one heat cycle between litters
Small litters (3-4 puppies) allow focused care. Quality breeding creates exceptional companions.
Critical for velcro bond development
Key Focus Areas:
Early bonding creates the famous Havanese velcro devotion.
Color Genetics
All colors acceptable!
Liver Function
Bile acid testing available
Chondrodysplasia
Optional genetic test
No color health issues gives breeding freedom to focus on temperament.
Daily Grooming Need
Educate families about commitment
Velcro Nature
Not for those wanting independence
Small Litters
3-4 puppies allows quality care
Cuban Heritage
Preserve this precious legacy
Connect with verified Havanese owners for safe and ethical breeding
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Meet safely, complete breeding agreements, and welcome healthy puppies
Set up a detailed profile with photos, health records, and pedigree information
Browse verified breeding partners based on breed, location, and compatibility
Message owners directly to discuss breeding plans and health certifications
Meet safely, complete breeding agreements, and welcome healthy puppies
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Modern health testing empowers you to create vibrant, healthy Havanese bloodlines that thrive for generations
OFA patella evaluations ensure bouncy, playful movement! Your careful selection creates Havanese who dance through life.
Crystal Clear Vision
Annual CERF eye exams celebrate bright eyes
Alert Hearing
BAER testing ensures perfect alertness
Your testing ensures lifetime sensory health
Simple bile acid testing ensures robust health throughout their long lives.
Annual cardiac checks celebrate strong, loving hearts.
OFA or PennHIP testing confirms excellent hip structure! Your dedication ensures Havanese who prance and play throughout their wonderfully long lives.
Strong structure for 14-16 years of play
Genetic testing empowers perfect breeding choices! Your knowledge ensures ideal structure and health for every generation.
No color-linked health issues
Comprehensive testing ensures thriving Havanese families!
Your commitment creates velcro excellence
Every Havanese carries the remarkable survival story from just 11 foundation dogs. Your thoughtful breeding preserves this Cuban treasure while creating healthy, devoted companions for families worldwide.
Your testing creates velcro excellence
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