Pug
VS
Havanese
Pug vs Havanese
Compare Pug and Havanese side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Pug
Havanese
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
31 – 35 cm
23 – 27 cm
Weight
5 – 9 kg
4 – 8 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 14 years
14 – 17 years
Child friendly
4/5
3/5
Energy level
3/5
2/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
1/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
5/5
Shedding
4/5
1/5
Barking level
3/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
1/5
Characteristics
Pug
Great with kids
Small
Havanese
Easy to train
Small
Summary
About Pug
Small, sturdy companion dog with wrinkled face, curled tail and expressive eyes, usually 6–8 kg and suited to city homes. Affectionate, people focused and playful, needs moderate gentle exercise, close family contact, careful weight control and extra management in hot weather due to its short nose.
About Havanese
The Havanese is Cuba’s national toy breed, a sturdy, lively companion with a long, silky, low‑shedding coat. Affectionate and people‑oriented, it suits families, apartments or houses. It needs regular grooming, daily walks, play, mental stimulation, and dislikes long periods alone.
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