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 Tibetan Mastiff 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

Aloof
Strong
Willed
Courageous
Protective
Stubborn
Loyal

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

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

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Tibet

Welsh Terrier, Havanese

Tibetan Wolves, Mastiff

Unknown

Ancient Times

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Sable
Gray

Black
Brown
Blue
Red

Wiry

Straight

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 Tibetan Mastiff can have a litter of 10-14 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.

Hava-Welshs are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Tibetan Mastiffs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

While the Hava-Welsh breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Tibetan Mastiffs are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Glaucoma
Mitral Valve Disease
Heart Murmur

Hip Dysplasia

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

Epilepsy
Hyperthyroidism

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

Blood Test
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Full Physical Examination

Hava-Welsh has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Tibetan Mastiff has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Hava-Welshs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Tibetan Mastiffs are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

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 Tibetan Mastiff, it's at least 8 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 Tibetan Mastiffs usually need at least 60 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 Tibetan Mastiff requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 9-20 pound (4 - 9 kg) Hava-Welsh feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 100-160 pound (45 - 73 kg) Tibetan Mastiff feed 4 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

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

The average cost of a Tibetan Mastiff is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 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 Tibetan Mastiff is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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 Tibetan Mastiff is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Hava-Welshs make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Tibetan Mastiffs are not the best choice for families with kids.

Hava-Welshs are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Tibetan Mastiffs are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Tibetan Mastiffs are not very stranger friendly.

Hava-Welshs are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Tibetan Mastiffs have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

The Hava-Welsh is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Tibetan Mastiffs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.