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

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

Playful
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Companionable
Vocal
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming

Affectionate
Intelligent
Faithful
Loyal

Havatons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Bernese Mountain Dogs are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Havatons are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Choose a Bernese Mountain Dog if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

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Switzerland

Havanese, Coton de Tulear

Molosser, Mastiff-type

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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
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry

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Ancient Times

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Cream
Brown
White
Silver
Black
White

Black
Brown
White

Havatons are known for their coat length.

Bernese Mountain Dogs have medium-length coats.

A Havaton 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 Bernese Mountain Dog can have a litter of 7-10 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.

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

Bernese Mountain Dogs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

The Bernese Mountain Dog breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Eye Problems
Chondrodysplasia (Chd)
Heart Problems

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Bloat
Histicytosis
Dental Disease
Meningitis
Obesity

Bone And Joint Problems
Deafness

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Kidney Problems
Color Dilution Alopecia

X-ray imaging
Electrocardiogram
Ophthalmic And Ear Exam
Full Physical Examination
Full Blood Work

Eye
Hip
Elbow
Blood And Urine Protein Screens
Up:Uc Ratio For Kidney Function
CT Scan
Dental Examination
Allergy Tests

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

Bernese Mountain Dog has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Havatons require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Bernese Mountain Dogs need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Bernese Mountain Dogs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Havaton dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Bernese Mountain Dogs bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Chase, Fetch, Tug-of-war, Run, Dog Parks

Walking, Petting, Sniffing, Exploring, Playing, Fetching, Smelling, Greeting, Jumping, Running, Cuddling, Rolling around, Sunbathing, Sniffing grass, Rolling, Walk, Bark, Play, Run, Pet, Lick, Chase, Fetch, Kiss, Shake, Eating Snacks, Nap, Soccer, Road trip, Tug-of-war

Havatons 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 Bernese Mountain Dog requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Bernese Mountain Dog 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
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 9-13 pound (4 - 6 kg) Havaton 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 90-120 pound (41 - 54 kg) Bernese Mountain Dog 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 Havaton is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Bernese Mountain Dog is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Havaton is between $35 - $49. This makes an average of $420 - $588 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 Bernese Mountain Dog is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 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.

Havatons are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Bernese Mountain Dog is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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.

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

Bernese Mountain Dogs can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

Bernese Mountain Dogs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

Havatons are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Bernese Mountain Dogs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Bernese Mountain Dogs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Bernese Mountain Dogs have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.