Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Obedient
Devoted
Lively
Gentle
Steady
Companionable
Spirited
Assertive
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming

Active
Playful
Stubborn
Courageous
Intelligent
Devoted
Lively
Fearless
Assertive
Clever

Hava-Apsos are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Doxie Cairns are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

United States

United States

Lhasa Apso and Havanese

Cairn Terrier, Dachshund

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

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

2000s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
White
Pied
Brindle

Red
Cream
Black

Hava-Apsos are known for their coat length.

Doxie Cairns have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wiry

A Hava-Apso can have a litter of 4-6 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 Doxie Cairn can have a litter of 4-8 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-Apsos are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Doxie Cairns are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Elbow Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Mitral Valve Dysplasia
Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)

Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Glaucoma
Diabetes
Portosystemic Shunt
Cryptorchidism
Atopy
Retained Testicle

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Respiratory Tests
Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Electrocardiogram
Urinalysis
Complete Blood Count
Biochemical Profile Tests
Allergy Testing
Skin Scrape
Abdominal Ultrasound

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

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

Hava-Apsos have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Doxie Cairns sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Chase, Fetch, Run, Running outside, Walk

Walk, Catch treats, Tug-of-war, Nap, Fetch, Heel, Off-leash, Shake, Walking

Hava-Apsos are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Hava-Apso dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Doxie Cairns 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 Hava-Apso, it's at least 7 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 Doxie Cairn, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Hava-Apsos 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 Doxie Cairns 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-Apsos 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 Doxie Cairn requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Doxie Cairn 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
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 11-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Hava-Apso feed 2 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 16-32 pound (7 - 15 kg) Doxie Cairn 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.

The average cost of a Hava-Apso is somewhere $1.40 - $2.50 per day.

The average cost of a Doxie Cairn is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Hava-Apso is between $42 - $74. This makes an average of $504 - $888 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 Doxie Cairn 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.

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

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

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

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

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

Doxie Cairns have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Hava-Apsos are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Hava-Apsos are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Doxie Cairns are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Doxie Cairns are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.