Playful
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Companionable
Cheerful
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming

Active
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

​United States

United States

Jack Russell Terrier, Havanese

Chihuahua and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

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

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

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Black
Sable
Gray

Black
White
Fawn
Gray
Silver
Brindle

Hava-Jacks have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Chiliers have medium-length coats.

A Hava-Jack 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 Chilier can have a litter of 2-4 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.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Glaucoma
Lens Luxation
Mitral Valve Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Heart Murmur

Patellar Luxation
Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia
Hypoglycemia
Hypothyroidism
Overactive Tear Glands

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Allergies
Dry Skin

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Ultrasound
Blood Work
Echocardiogram Tests
Ophthalmic Examination
Electroretinogram (ERG)

X-Rays
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Blood Work

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

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

Hava-Jacks sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Cuddling, Tug-of-war, Walking, PuzzleToys, FetchAgain, Fetch, Running

Chase, Run

Hava-Jacks 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.

Chiliers 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Hava-Jack, it's at least 8 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 Chilier, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Hava-Jacks 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 Chiliers usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Hava-Jack requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Chilier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Chilier 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
Nail Clipper

The average per month expenses of a Hava-Jack is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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 a Chilier 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.

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

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

Hava-Jacks are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Hava-Jacks are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Chiliers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

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

Hava-Jacks are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Chiliers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.