Havanese Health

The North Star Havanese Club encourages all club members to health test their Havanese. By screening for health problems it enables breeders to take preventative or early actions to combat a problem.

Whether you are looking for a Havanese as a family pet, a performance dog, or a breed champion, it is extremely important to be familiar with the health issues in Havanese. It is equally important to ask breeders to provide as much information as possible about health problems known to affect their lines (or pedigrees). There are no "clear lines". That is why health testing is so important.

Don't be afraid to ask questions! A reputable breeder will not hesitate to provide answers about health issues. Be sure to get copies of the health certifications of the sire and dam of any puppy being considered. If purchasing an older dog, ask about health history and copies of that dogs health certifications.

Despite a breeder's best efforts and regardless of the line, pedigree, certifications and family history, problems do occur. The Havanese Club of America has the most comprehensive compilation of information relating to health issues and health research concerning the Havanese. Please visit Havanese Health to learn more about health issues in our breed.

For pedigree research there is a yahoo group dedicated to collecting and providing information that can be helpful in researching pedigrees. To join please see the link below.