Active
Playful
Happy
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Lively
Tempered
Sweet
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual

Active
Playful
Intelligent
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Companionable
Easygoing
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming

Chinese Crestepoos are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Avoid Havamalts as watchdogs - they're not effective.

​United States

United States

Chinese Crested, Poodle

Havanese, Maltese

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

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

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Black
Cream
Blue
Gray

Black
White
Cream
Gray
Silver
Red

Chinese Crestepoos have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Havamalts are known for their coat length.

Wavy

Wiry

A Chinese Crestepoo 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.

A Havamalt 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.

Chinese Crestepoos are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Havamalts are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Glaucoma
Lens Luxation
Bloat
Tracheal Collapse
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Tracheal Collapse

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hypothyroidism
Liver Shunts

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Ophthalmic Examination

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Radiographs

Chinese Crestepoos need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Havamalts need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Chinese Crestepoos bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Havamalt dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Chase, Fetch, Cuddle, Tug-of-war, Walk, Run, Play, Brushing, Eating Snacks, Teasing the cat, Playing fetch, Eating treats, Doing tricks, He like

Spa day, Bath time, Bike ride, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Walks, Swimming, Hide & Seek, Shake, Tag, Snuggle, Tv, Play, Walk, Adventures, Treats, Nature walks, Beaching, Evening cuddles, Fluffed coat, Quality time, Paw power, Play ball, Kisses, Belly rubs, Trips, Run, Car rides, Swim, Friendly

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

In general most Chinese Crestepoos 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.

In general most Havamalts 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.

Chinese Crestepoos require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Havamalt requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Havamalt 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
Dematter
Nail Clipper

Comb
Hemostat
Nail Clipper

The average per month expenses of a Chinese Crestepoo 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 Havamalt is between $28 - $35. This makes an average of $336 - $420 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.

Chinese Crestepoo is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Havamalt has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

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

Chinese Crestepoos are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Havamalts are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Havamalts are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Chinese Crestepoos are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Havamalts are highly friendly around strangers.