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

Active
Playful
Loving
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Lively
Inquisitive
Fearless

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

Decker Hunting Terriers are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

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Jack Russell Terrier, Havanese

Smooth Fox and Rat Terrier

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

National Rat Terrier Association (NRTA)
Decker Hunting Terrier Registry (DHTR)

Unknown

1970s

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Blue
Black
Brown

White
Black
Sable
Gray

Black
Gray
Pied
White
Brown

Hava-Jacks have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Decker Hunting Terriers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

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 Decker Hunting Terrier can have a litter of 5-7 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
Hip Dysplasia
Heart Conditions

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Demodectic Mange
Skin Allergies
Eye Diseases and Disorders

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

BAER Testing
Skin Samples
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Eye and Ear Examination

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

Decker Hunting Terrier 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.

Decker Hunting Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Walk, Hike, Play, Run, Beach, Walking, Hiking, Jumping

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 Decker Hunting Terrier, it's at least 10 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 Decker Hunting Terriers 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.

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

The Decker Hunting Terrier 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.

Decker Hunting Terrier 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

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 9-17 pound (4 - 8 kg) Hava-Jack 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 25-38 pound (11 - 17 kg) Decker Hunting Terrier 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-Jack is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Decker Hunting Terrier is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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 Decker Hunting Terrier 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.

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

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

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

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

Hava-Jacks are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

Decker Hunting Terriers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Decker Hunting Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Decker Hunting Terriers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.