While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Pootalians are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Hava-Jack is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Active
Agile
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Trainable
Companionable
Faithful
Athletic
Mischievous
Instinctual

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

Pootalians shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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

United States

​United States

Poodle and Italian Greyhound

Jack Russell Terrier, Havanese

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

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

2000's

Unknown

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown
Isabella

Black

Fawn
Black
White
Brindle
Brown
Gray

White
Black
Sable
Gray

Pootalians have medium-length coats.

Hava-Jacks have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wiry

Straight

A Pootalian 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 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.

Patellar Luxation
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Glaucoma
Lens Luxation
Mitral Valve Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Heart Murmur

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Deafness
Sebaceous Adenitis
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
Hypothyroidism
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Thrombocytopenia
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)
Immune Mediated Haemolytic Anaemia (IMHA)
Idiopathic Epilepsy
Eye Diseases and Disorders
Pyruvate Kinase (PK) Deficiency
Atopy

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Dna Test For Pk
Dna For Pra
Eye Examinations
Blood Work
Full Physical Examination
Hearing Tests
MRI scan of the spinal cord and brain
DNA for VWD

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

Pootalians are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Hava-Jacks are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

In general most Pootalians 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.

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.

Pootalian 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

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

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Pootalian is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Hava-Jack is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

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.

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

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

Pootalians have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

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

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