Havana Bichon: description of the breed and the subtleties of the content

The desire to have a pet is present in all residents of large cities. Detachment from nature, constant stress and increased employment have a negative effect on people's health. Over the years, pets help their owners cope with depression and loneliness, and also give a lot of positive emotions. Especially popular are dogs.

Breeders brought a huge number of species that differ in size, color, character and content requirements. Often, a small area of ​​city apartments makes it impossible to start large breeds of dogs that require a lot of free space. Canine experts recommend to pay attention to the miniature breeds, for a comfortable life which will be enough of a small cozy corner. One of these breeds is the Havana Bichon.

The Havana Bichon is a small Cuban breed that is a symbol of this country. Its roots go back to the Middle Ages, when Spanish and Italian travelers brought with them to Tenerife a small dog of unknown origin, the pairing of which with boars and poodles triggered a new species. Only a few centuries later the animal was brought to the territory of Cuba, where it gained mass popularity.

At one time, the Cuban crisis provoked the mass extinction of an animal on the island. But thanks to Cuban émigrés, who continued to breed the Hawaiian Bichon already in the United States, the breed has reached our days. In Europe, the animal became popular only in the XX century. Havanese began to take an active part in various exhibitions and competitions, where he often won prizes.

Havanese - decorative breed, which is intended for the content in the apartment. The maximum height of this pet is 30 cm, and its weight does not exceed 5 kg. Animals have a long coat of wool, which can be the following shades:

• the black;
• white;
• silver;
• gold;
• redhead;
• cream;
• mixed

The aristocratic animal has a compact and elongated physique and strong bone skeleton. The bulk chest is characterized by a protruding shape and semicircular ribs. On the long neck there is a round and proportional cranium, which smoothly passes into the muzzle.

On the face there is a strong jaw, a big nose and dark lips. Large auricles have a hanging shape and are directed downwards. The eyeballs have a dark color and an expressive form, as well as a black edging in the eyelids. Strong and straight limbs have a small size and parallel arrangement, as well as large feet with dark pads. The tail is rolled into a ring.

The life span of dogs of this breed is at least 15 years. The average number of young stock in a litter is 4, but one puppy can be born, or nine at once.

Before purchasing a Havana Bichon, owners should pay attention not only to the description of the beast, but also to its following features:

• propensity for genetic diseases;
• low resistance to various diseases;
• the need to use clothes in the winter time;
• painstaking and long-term care for wool.

The Havana Bichon is one of the most loyal breeds of man, who has a constant desire to stay close to the owner and take an active part in all his activities. The presence of a constant desire to play and the complete absence of aggression makes a four-legged friend indispensable in the society of children of different ages. The animal calmly reacts to excessive embracing of babies, as well as involving them in various children's fun.

Experts recommend to pay attention to this breed of lonely people., families with children and people who are constantly at home. But busy people who often linger at work and will not be able to devote a lot of time to an animal should abandon the purchase. Frequent loneliness can trigger the development of depression and depression in the beast.

The main features of the nature of this breed:

• high intellectual abilities;
• good nature and tenderness;
• sociability;
• sustainable psycho-emotional state;
• fast learner;
• exact execution of commands;
• unpretentiousness;
• intolerance of loneliness;
• quick adaptation to new conditions.

Beginning breeders during the walk must constantly monitor the pet and not let him out of his sight. Not only pedestrians but also big dogs can harm a playful and active animal, having accepted its desire to communicate for their aggression.

The animal reacts positively to long trips and feels comfortable in special dog carriers.

In order for an animal to grow up healthy and strong, it is necessary not only to follow the rules of care and feeding, but also to acquire healthy and strong puppies. Breeders recommend buying a dog at the age of 2 months. An earlier relocation of a pet will negatively affect his mental and physical condition. Experts recommend contacting a professional breeder or specialized kennels where purebred dogs are bred. The selected pet must have a passport and an immunization card, and must also have the following characteristics:

• activity;
• playfulness;
• increased interest in the world;
• the presence of bright and transparent eyeballs without mucus and pus;
• no signs of skin diseases;
• having the right proportions of the body;
• good appetite;
• curiosity;
• the presence of dark pigmentation in the area of ​​the eyelids and nose;
• the presence of strong, strong and smooth limbs;
• lack of lameness and pain during stroking.

Experienced dog breeders do not advise contacting untested vendors, as well as buying a pet for an inadequately low price. Attention should be paid to both the behavior of the puppy and its habitat and the products used for feeding. If there are even minor deviations from sanitary and hygienic standards, it is necessary to abandon the transaction.

Often professional breeders not only help to make the right choice and talk about all the intricacies of animal care and feeding, but also continue to visit new owners and check the condition of the dog for a long time.

Before you bring a puppy into the house, you must carefully study the rules of its content and the subtleties of caring for him. Havanaise belongs to the undemanding breeds, but still needs a certain amount of attention. Even owners of small apartments can start a decorative pet, the main thing is to provide an animal for sleeping and rest a cozy place without drafts and outside noise, preferably in the farthest corner of the apartment.Pets prefer to rest on soft sun beds, which can be replaced with wicker baskets or special houses for small dogs. These interior items can be purchased in specialized stores or make their own from scrap materials.

The dining area can be located near the sleeping house or in the shared kitchen. Next to the food bowl, there should always be a drinking container with clean and fresh water, as well as a saucer with dry food for snacking between meals.

In order for a homely creature not to be bored in moments of loneliness, owners should not forget about special rubber toys that will not only entertain the pet, but also strengthen the jaw and teeth. Havana Bichon needs daily 2 single walks in the fresh air. A long stay in the air can tire a pet, and he will be asked to hand. Before visiting the street in cold and rainy weather, your pet must be dressed in special clothes that will prevent the beast from freezing and developing colds.

The main measures for the care of the dog is its grooming and adjustment of the length of the nail plates. The pet does not need a complete removal of wool, but it is necessary to regularly and timely trim the fur on the paws and between the fingers, the excessive length of which will prevent the beast from moving.

An obligatory daily procedure is combing. This event to prevent the spread of fallen wool in the apartment and the owners clothes. Increase the amount of scratching necessary during the change of wool, as well as in the first days after water procedures, when the intensity of hair loss increases. In order for the four-legged friend to get used to the brush and daily combing, experts recommend carrying out this procedure very carefully and starting it from the first days of the four-legged friend’s stay in the house.

To prevent the spread of unpleasant odors, as well as the appearance of skin pests, the dog should be bathed every month using special animal shampoos. The use of air conditioners will give wool a shine and a pleasant aroma. Pet eyes, ears, and teeth require daily attention. The eye zone should be rinsed daily with clean and warm water, and the ears should not only be inspected and cleaned with cotton buds, but also removed from them wool that clogs the auditory passages and reduces hearing acuity.

Every month, owners must inspect the mouth and teeth of a dog, which must be cleaned with a special toothpaste and brush. All necessary accessories can be purchased at pet stores. Adjustment of the nail plate should be carried out with special clippers as needed.

Failure to comply with sanitary and hygienic requirements may provoke the appearance of the following pathologies:

• diseases of the eyes and ears;
• disruption of the musculoskeletal system.

Vaccination will help prolong the period of life of a quadruped friend and prevent the appearance of dangerous pathologies. Modern vaccines will protect the beast from the following diseases:

• distemper;
• rabies;
• leptospirosis;
• coronovirus;
• trichophytosis;
• parainfluenza;
• parvovirus enteritis.

The diet and balance of the diet has a direct impact on the health of the animal, the state of its coat and life expectancy. This breed is unpretentious not only in the content, but also the diet, which can be of 3 types:

• dry food;
• natural products;
• mixed feeding.

When purchasing ready-made feed mixtures, preference should be given only to high-quality feeds, which are made from natural products and do not contain dyes, preservatives and stabilizers, and also correspond to the age of the pet. The composition of these products should include the following ingredients:

• turkey;
• salmon;
• duck meat;
• trout;
• lamb meat

When feeding a pet with natural products, the following items should be present in the daily menu:

• meat;
• offal;
• vegetables (carrots, pumpkin, zucchini);
• fruit (apples);
• a fish;
• cottage cheese;
• kefir;
• yogurt;
• eggs (chicken, quail);
• fish fat;
• salmon oil;
• greenery;
• porridge (rice, oatmeal).

It is strictly forbidden to give the pet the following products:

• fried, smoked, salted and canned food;
• sugar and salt;
• ketchup, mayonnaise and sauces;
• fast food;
• seasonings;
• citrus;
• tomatoes;
• chocolate;
• confectionery;
• thin chicken bones;
• peas and beans;
• sausage and sausages.

In order for a pet to please not only with its appearance, but also with obedience, from the first days of its stay in the house it is necessary to begin the process of education and training. Smart animals quickly master all the commands and begin to understand the owner from a half-word. With prolonged training, this breed is able to bring things on demand, overcome obstacles, perform tricks, and also turn lights on and off. This feature of animals is often used by circus workers, involving dogs in circus numbers and whole shows.

Studying of commands and rules of behavior should take place in the course of the game and not be instructive. Regular encouragement by delicacies and praise for correctly executed commands and good behavior will force the pet to be fully devoted to the learning process.

Beginning breeders should know that the appearance of havanesa in the house will bring not only a huge number of positive emotions and fun, but also a number of certain difficulties associated with the care and feeding of the beast. Working people who spend most of their time away from home are better off refusing to buy.but families with children who are ready to devote time to training and communicating with a pet can stop their attention on this breed without fear.

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