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

Active
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Outright
Good-natured
Companionable
Adaptable
Quiet

Jack Russell Terrier, Havanese

Whippet, Miniature Australian Shepherd

Brown

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Blue
Black
Brown

White
Black
Sable
Gray

Pied
Red
Blue
Black

Hava-Jacks have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Miniature Ausseippets 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 Miniature Ausseippet can have a litter of 4-8 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

Deafness
Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Color Dilution Alopecia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Phosphofructokinase (PFK) Deficiency

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

Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Various Blood Testing Modalities
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Eye and Ear Examination

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

Miniature Ausseippets are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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 Miniature Ausseippet, it's at least 9 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 Miniature Ausseippets usually need at least 90 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 Miniature Ausseippet 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.

Miniature Ausseippet 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
Flea Comb
Deshedder
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 20-40 pound (9 - 18 kg) Miniature Ausseippet feed 2 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 Miniature Ausseippet 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 Miniature Ausseippet 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.

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.

The Miniature Ausseippet 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.

Miniature Ausseippets 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.

Miniature Ausseippets are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Miniature Ausseippets 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.

Miniature Ausseippets 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.

Miniature Ausseippets are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

The Miniature Ausseippet is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.