Rare And Fluffy: The Havanese

Article Title: Rare And Fluffy: The Havanese
Author: Fiona A Kelly

Descended from European toy dog breeds like the Bichon and Toy
Poodle, the Havanese is a true companion dog for good times and
bad. Although becoming the National Dog of Cuba, the breed was
nearly wiped out in the Cuban Revolution. The Havanese is safe
and sound in American and Europe and growing in popularity.

You might not have heard of the Havanese (also called the
Havanese Silk Dog) before, but this is a breed that started in
the 1500's, soon after the Spanish claimed what is now Cuba.
When the Spanish colonists came to the New World, they had to
bring their dogs with them. And bring them they did – including
their Bichons. Over the centuries, the Havanese, named after the
Cuban city of Havana, developed their own characteristics and
became the national dog of Cuba.

The toy dogs from Europe eventually grew into their own
characteristic selves in Cuba. Their fur got long and silky,
giving them a name Havana Silk Dog, which they are still
sometimes called. The coat got wavy or curly with two layers.
Some shorthaired were born and sometimes still are, but they are
not considered show worthy dogs. The eye rims, nose and lips are
always black. They were considered a luxury item and the dogs of
the upper class. When the Cuban Revolution hit, the upper class
had to flee Cuba to America and Europe, and brought along their
dogs.

Not content on conquering the hearts and homes of one nation,
the Havanese is now conquering North America. Although only
introduced in the 1970's after the Revolution, the Havanese is
making a name for himself in and out of the show ring. The breed
has now been recognized by the American Kennel Club and the
American Rare Breeds Association. They colonize indoor homes and
apartments best. They make great companions for individuals and
families.

If you are considering a new family pet that will be lots of
fun and offer lot of love, perhaps a Havanese dog is in your
future. What these tiny dogs lack in size,they make up for in
playfulness, loyalty and intelligence. Easy to train and easy to
adore is the best way to sum up your potential relationship with
a Havanese dog. Family pets are a big decision and when you are
faced with the choice you want to bring home the best fit for
everyone.

A Havanese pup might just fit the bill with an abundance of
energy and a sweet,gentle nature that will capture your heart
from the very first moment. These dogs are extremely intelligent
and eager to please,making them a good choice in pets for many
families. Although these dogs are generally easy to train,they
are not always as easy to housebreak. Make sure that if you
decide to bring a Havanese puppy home,you are ready for the time
and patience that you will need to get that little pup fully
housebroken.

The rewards of surviving the housebreaking stage with your
Havanese puppy will be great indeed. Once your pup is fully
trained, you will be able to enjoy a dog that is always ready to
play and will offer you plenty of love and enjoyment for years
to come.

About The Author: Fiona Kelly had to have a Havanese and is now
considered one of the country's leading authorities on this rare
Toy breed. Descended from Bichons and Toy Poodles, the
http://www.havanese-puppy-guide.com/ Havanese became the
national dog of Cuba. This is but a part of
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behind the Havanese that today lives mostly in the families of
Americans.

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