Havanese vs Lakeland Terrier
Toy · Small vs Terrier · Small
HavaneseSmall
An intelligent, outgoing, funny lapdog — Cuba's national dog with a silky, hypoallergenic coat.
Weight: 7–13 lbsLifespan: 14–16 years
Lakeland TerrierSmall
A bold, friendly, confident terrier from England's Lake District — fox-hunter with a square jaw.
Weight: 17 lbsLifespan: 12–16 years
Quick take
- • Lakeland Terrier is the larger breed at 17 lbs (males) vs 7–13 lbs for the Havanese.
- • The Havanese typically lives longer (14–16 years).
- • The Lakeland Terrier has higher daily energy needs.
Side-by-side traits
| Trait | Havanese | Lakeland Terrier |
|---|---|---|
Group | Toy | Terrier |
Size | Small | Small |
Origin | Cuba | England |
Height (male) | 8.5–11.5" | 14–15" |
Height (female) | 8.5–11.5" | 14–15" |
Weight (male) | 7–13 lbs | 17 lbs |
Weight (female) | 7–13 lbs | 17 lbs |
Lifespan Average expected lifespan. | 14–16 years | 12–16 years |
Energy level Daily activity needs. | Moderate (3/5) | High (4/5) |
Trainability How quickly the breed learns commands. | High (4/5) | High (4/5) |
Intelligence Problem-solving ability. | High (4/5) | High (4/5) |
Exercise needs Daily physical activity required. | Moderate (3/5) | High (4/5) |
Shedding Lower = less hair around your home. | Very Low (1/5) | Very Low (1/5) |
Grooming effort Brushing, bathing, professional grooming. | High (4/5) | High (4/5) |
Drooling Lower = drier face and furniture. | Very Low (1/5) | Very Low (1/5) |
Barking How vocal the breed is. | Moderate (3/5) | High (4/5) |
Good with kids | Very High (5/5) | High (4/5) |
Good with other dogs | Very High (5/5) | Moderate (3/5) |
Good with strangers | Very High (5/5) | Moderate (3/5) |
Protectiveness Watchdog tendencies. | Very Low (1/5) | Moderate (3/5) |
Adaptability Apartment / new environment tolerance. | Very High (5/5) | High (4/5) |
Coat length | long | wirehaired |
Hypoallergenic Lower-shedding, less dander. | Yes | Yes |
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About the Havanese
The Havanese is an intelligent, outgoing, funny lapdog — Cuba's national dog with a silky, hypoallergenic coat. Originally from Cuba, this small toy breed typically weighs 7–13 lbs and lives 14–16 years. Breeders describe them as intelligent, outgoing, funny.
About the Lakeland Terrier
The Lakeland Terrier is a bold, friendly, confident terrier from England's Lake District — fox-hunter with a square jaw. Originally from England, this small terrier breed typically weighs 17 lbs and lives 12–16 years. Breeders describe them as bold, friendly, confident.
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Havanese health
Common health concerns reported in this breed:
- • Patellar luxation
- • Hip dysplasia
- • Cataracts
- • Heart problems
Lakeland Terrier health
Common health concerns reported in this breed:
- • Patellar luxation
- • Eye problems
- • Legg-Calve-Perthes