Havapoos are generally considered a low-shedding breed, making them a popular choice for families seeking less hair around the home.

Breeds / Havapoo

Breed guide

Havapoo

Q: How big do Havapoos get?

Most Havapoos weigh between 7 and 30 pounds and stand approximately 8 to 15 inches tall when fully grown.

Q: Are Havapoos easy to train?

Yes. Havapoos are intelligent, eager to please, and highly trainable, especially with positive reinforcement.

Q: How long do Havapoos live?

The average Havapoo lifespan is between 10 and 15 years.

Q: Are Havapoos good with children?

Absolutely. Havapoos are known for their playful, gentle personalities and often form strong bonds with children.

The Havapoo is a delightful companion breed created by crossing the Havanese and the Poodle. Combining the cheerful personality of the Havanese with the intelligence and trainability of the Poodle, the Havapoo has quickly become a favorite among families looking for a loving, adaptable, and low-shedding companion. At Family Affair Puppies, we love Havapoos because they are friendly, highly social, and genuinely enjoy being part of family life.

At a glance

Breed overview

A teddy-bear-look companion with a Havanese's cheer and a Poodle's brains — affectionate, adaptable, and low-shedding.

Breed groupHybrid (designer breed)

Size7–30 pounds

Height8–15 inches

Lifespan10–15 years

TemperamentLoving, intelligent, social

Energy levelModerate

Good with kidsExcellent

Good with other petsExcellent

Honest fit check

Is a Havapoo right for you?

A great fit if you want…

A loving companion dog

A smaller breed with a friendly personality

A highly trainable, low-shedding companion

A dog that enjoys cuddling and family time

Personality

Temperament

The temperament is the biggest reason this breed is so loved.

Loving & affectionate

True companion dogs that seek out attention, cuddles, and quality time.

Intelligent & eager to learn

Thanks to their Poodle heritage, respond very well to training.

Friendly & social

Naturally outgoing and excellent companions for children, visitors, and other pets.

Adaptable

Adapts well to large homes or cozy apartments given regular exercise and attention.

Appearance

Distinctive by design

Small-to-medium teddy-bear look

Wavy, curly, or soft fleece coat

Size varies with Toy or Miniature Poodle parentage

Every Havapoo has a unique coat pattern

Recognized coat colors

Cream

Soft, pale cream

Apricot

Warm apricot-gold

Chocolate

Rich solid brown

Sable

Multi-toned banded hairs

Grooming & care

Keeping a Havapoo healthy

Brushing

Several times per week to prevent tangles and matting.

Professional grooming

Every 6–8 weeks to keep the coat healthy and manageable.

Ear care

Regular ear cleaning is part of care.

Nails & dental

Routine nail trimming and dental care round out the routine.

Training

Trainability

Eager to learn

Highly intelligent and responds very well to training.

Positive reinforcement

Enjoys learning new tricks and thrives on positive reinforcement.

Great starter dog

A popular choice for first-time dog owners thanks to their trainability.

Health considerations

Why responsible breeding matters

Every breed carries its own strengths and its own things to watch, and no honest breeder will tell you otherwise. A family deserves the whole picture before they choose a puppy — not a sales pitch.

We would rather you ask us hard questions than wonder later. Here are the ones worth asking any breeder, including us. You can see each puppy’s parents, and their health testing, on the puppy’s own page.

What health testing do you do on the parents?

Every breeder should be able to answer this plainly and without hesitating. Ask what’s been done, and ask what hasn’t — some evaluations can only be done once a dog is fully grown, and a straight answer about that tells you more than a perfect one.

Can I see the results?

Testing means little if nobody can look at it. A breeder who publishes results, or hands them over when asked, is a breeder who expects you to check.

Can I meet the parents?

The parents show you the temperament and condition your puppy is growing into. Meeting them in the home where the litter is raised tells you things no document can.

What happens if something goes wrong?

Ask what’s guaranteed, for how long, and who picks up the phone in a year. The answer to this question is where good breeders and quick sales part ways.

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