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

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

Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Companionable
Faithful
Sturdy
Amiable
Instinctual
Charming

Active
Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual

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

Poochins are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Poovaneses aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Avoid Poochins as watchdogs - they're not effective.

United States

United States

Poodle, Havanese

Japanese Chin, Poodle

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.

2000's

Unknown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Pied
Fawn
White
Cream
Brown
Gray
Black

White
Red
Sable
Silver
Cream
Gray
Black

Curly

Wavy

A Poovanese 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 Poochin 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.

Poovaneses are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Poochins are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Poochins require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

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

Poochins are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Playdate, Run, Camping, Play keep away, Walk, Nap

Walk, Fetch, Tug-of-war

Poovaneses 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.

Poochins are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Poochin dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Poovanese, it's at least 9 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 Poochin, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Poovaneses usually need at least 120 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 Poochins usually need at least 25 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Poovanese 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, Poochin should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-45 pound (7 - 20 kg) Poovanese 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.

For an average 6-13 pound (3 - 6 kg) Poochin feed 0.5 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 Poovanese is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Poochin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Poovanese 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.

The average per month expenses of a Poochin is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

Poovaneses make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Poochins are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

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

Poochins are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

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

Poochins are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.