Havanese vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog
Toy · Small vs Herding · Medium
HavaneseSmall
An intelligent, outgoing, funny lapdog — Cuba's national dog with a silky, hypoallergenic coat.
Weight: 7–13 lbsLifespan: 14–16 years
Polish Lowland SheepdogMedium
A clever, lively, perceptive Polish shaggy herder — shaggy-coated dog known for memory and adaptability.
Weight: 30–50 lbsLifespan: 12–14 years
Quick take
- • Polish Lowland Sheepdog is the larger breed at 30–50 lbs (males) vs 7–13 lbs for the Havanese.
- • The Havanese typically lives longer (14–16 years).
- • The Polish Lowland Sheepdog has higher daily energy needs.
Side-by-side traits
| Trait | Havanese | Polish Lowland Sheepdog |
|---|---|---|
Group | Toy | Herding |
Size | Small | Medium |
Origin | Cuba | Poland |
Height (male) | 8.5–11.5" | 18–20" |
Height (female) | 8.5–11.5" | 17–19" |
Weight (male) | 7–13 lbs | 30–50 lbs |
Weight (female) | 7–13 lbs | 30–50 lbs |
Lifespan Average expected lifespan. | 14–16 years | 12–14 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) | Very High (5/5) |
Drooling Lower = drier face and furniture. | Very Low (1/5) | Very Low (1/5) |
Barking How vocal the breed is. | Moderate (3/5) | Moderate (3/5) |
Good with kids | Very High (5/5) | Very High (5/5) |
Good with other dogs | Very High (5/5) | High (4/5) |
Good with strangers | Very High (5/5) | Moderate (3/5) |
Protectiveness Watchdog tendencies. | Very Low (1/5) | High (4/5) |
Adaptability Apartment / new environment tolerance. | Very High (5/5) | High (4/5) |
Coat length | long | long |
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 Polish Lowland Sheepdog
The Polish Lowland Sheepdog is a clever, lively, perceptive Polish shaggy herder — shaggy-coated dog known for memory and adaptability. Originally from Poland, this medium herding breed typically weighs 30–50 lbs and lives 12–14 years. Breeders describe them as clever, lively, perceptive.
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Havanese health
Common health concerns reported in this breed:
- • Patellar luxation
- • Hip dysplasia
- • Cataracts
- • Heart problems
Polish Lowland Sheepdog health
Common health concerns reported in this breed:
- • Hip dysplasia
- • Eye disorders