Meet Noel, the Havanese!

Hi!  I'm Noel, a happy 4 year old Havanese living in Michigan. Many people are unfamiliar with my breed since we're fairly rare in the US.  We're the official dog of Cuba! The Havanese is a short, fluffy little creature that has an abundant amount of energy.  Although active, we're incredibly loyal and affectionate.  Here are a few of my breed's traits:

• Height: 8-11 inches
• Weight: 7-11 pounds
• Lifespan: 10-15 years (or longer!)
• Grooming Maintenance:  I naturally have a long silky coat that requires daily brushing.      However, I prefer to keep mine short since Mom doesn't like to pick burrs out everyday!
• Temperament: Very affectionate, sometimes referred to as "Velcro" dogs.  I follow my owner everywhere, even to the bathroom!  If my mom is on her computer ignoring me, I'll find a slipper to chew so she chases me around :-PI suffer from separation anxiety when left alone, but I'm not naughty.  I just whine sometimes.
• Housebreaking:  Relatively easy compared to other little dogs.  I was taught to tinkle on my puppy pad, but sometimes I miss, my mom thinks it's on purpose when I'm left alone sometimes!
• Exercise:  I have lots of energy! I need at least 1 walk a day to keep me from barking my head off at birds on the balcony.

Ok, so now you know a little about me and my breed.  I will post more photos of my ravishing self along with other breed and general dog information in the weeks to come.  Thanks for stopping by!