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

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

Playful
Happy
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Companionable
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming

Active
Friendly
Intelligent
Loving
Affectionate
Good-natured
Protective

Crested Havaneses shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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

United States

United States

Havanese and Chinese Crested

Basque Shepherd

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Australian Shepherd Club Of America

Post 1970s

1800s

Brown

Blue
Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Cream
Fawn
Silver
White
Blue
Brindle
Sable

Black
Red
Blue

Crested Havaneses are known for their coat length.

Australian Shepherds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Crested Havanese 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.

An Australian Shepherd can have a litter of 12-15 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.

Crested Havaneses are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Australian Shepherds are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Skeletal/Joint Conditions
Eye Conditions

Cataract
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
CEA
Von Willebrand's Disease

None

Distichiasis
Deafness
OCD
Nasal Solar Dermatitis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Physical Examination
Ophthalmic Exam
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Orthopedic Exam

Eye
Hip
Blood
Hearing

Crested Havanese has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Australian Shepherd has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Crested Havaneses are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Australian Shepherds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Crested Havaneses 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.

Australian Shepherds 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Crested Havanese, it's at least 6 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 Australian Shepherd, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Crested Havaneses 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 Australian Shepherds 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.

Ideally, Crested Havanese should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Australian Shepherd should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 6-13 pound (3 - 6 kg) Crested Havanese 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.

For an average 55-70 pound (25 - 32 kg) Australian Shepherd feed 2.5 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 Crested Havanese is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an Australian Shepherd is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Crested Havanese is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

The average per month expenses of an Australian Shepherd 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.

Crested Havaneses make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Australian Shepherds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Crested Havaneses are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

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

Australian Shepherds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Crested Havaneses are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Australian Shepherds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Crested Havaneses are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Australian Shepherds are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.