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 Wire Foxy Rat Terrier 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

Loving
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Quick
Lively
Inquisitive
Bold
Fearless
Keen

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

Wire Foxy Rat Terriers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Welsh Terrier, Havanese

Rat Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Sable
Gray

Black
White
Brown
Cream
Red

Hava-Welshs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wire Foxy Rat Terriers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

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 Wire Foxy Rat Terrier can have a litter of 5-7 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

Distichiasis
Lens Luxation
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

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

Cataracts

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

Blood Analysis
Wellness Check
Full Physical Examination regarding joint movement around the hip and kneecap
Eye and Otoscopic Examination

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

Wire Foxy Rat Terrier has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

Wire Foxy Rat Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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.

Wire Foxy Rat Terriers 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 Wire Foxy Rat Terrier, it's at least 7 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 Wire Foxy Rat Terriers usually need at least 30 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 Wire Foxy Rat Terrier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Scissors
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 10-25 pound (5 - 11 kg) Wire Foxy Rat Terrier feed 1 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 Wire Foxy Rat Terrier is somewhere $2.80 - $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 Wire Foxy Rat Terrier is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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.

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

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

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

Wire Foxy Rat Terriers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Wire Foxy Rat Terriers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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.

Wire Foxy Rat Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.