While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Hava-Welshs are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Cotralian is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Companionable
Spirited
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming

Active
Playful
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Trainable
Good-natured
Quiet
Faithful

Hava-Welshs shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Cotralians are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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Welsh Terrier, Havanese

Australian Shepherd, Cocker Spaniel

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Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
White
Sable
Gray

Black
Brown
Gray
Red
Silver
White

Hava-Welshs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Cotralians have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wiry

Wavy

A Hava-Welsh can have a litter of 1-9 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Cotralian can have a litter of 6-9 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Glaucoma
Mitral Valve Disease
Heart Murmur

Deafness
Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Cardiomyopathy
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Eye Abnormalities
Familial Nephropathy
Hepatitis

X-Rays
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Ultrasound
Blood Work
Echocardiogram Tests
Ophthalmic Examination

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Urinalysis
Joint Fluid Sample

Hava-Welshs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Cotralians are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Hava-Welsh, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Cotralian, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Hava-Welshs usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Cotralians usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Hava-Welshs require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Cotralian requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Hava-Welsh is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Cotralian is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Hava-Welsh is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Cotralian is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Hava-Welshs make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The Cotralian is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Hava-Welshs are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Cotralians are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Hava-Welshs are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Cotralians are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.