Shih Tzu vs Havanese

Detailed comparison of two dog breeds across 8 key traits.

Overall Edge Havanese wins 6–0
Shih Tzu Small · Toy
Havanese Small · Toy
Weight
9–16 lbs
7–13 lbs
Height
9–10.5 in
8.5–11.5 in
Lifespan
10–18 yrs
14–16 yrs
Origin
China
Cuba

Trait Comparison

2/5
Energy Level
3/5
5/5
Grooming Needs
4/5
4/5
Good with Kids
5/5
4/5
Good with Dogs
5/5
3/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
1/5
Shedding
1/5
3/5
Barking
3/5
Shih Tzu — Havanese (highlighted = better for that trait)

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