Quick facts for Havaneses.
Size: Small
Typical weight: 7-13 lbs
Typical lifespan: 13-16 years
Common health concerns: Patellar luxation, Hip dysplasia (some lines), Mild food and environmental allergies, Dental disease, Cataracts
Dosing note: Use your dog's actual weight for the individual product: under 25 lb, 2 chews per day; 25 lb and over, 3 chews per day. For toy breeds under 10 lb, start with 1 chew daily and increase to 2. Give daily by hand or with food. Always provide fresh water.
Common health concerns for Havanese
Havanese are one of the healthier small breeds. Patellar luxation is the dominant orthopedic concern, and some lines show hip dysplasia. Mild allergies and atopic skin issues come up but are typically less severe than in some other small breeds.
Dental disease is common because of small jaws. Cataracts are overrepresented in the breed. The Havanese lives 13 to 16 years on average, which is a long timeline for daily supplementation to do real work.
PawBite label details
Probiotic Chews are labeled: For dogs' gut wellness. Each 2.5 g chew lists five probiotic strains at 500 million CFU each, for a total of 2.5 billion CFU, plus inulin 100 mg and pumpkin powder 125 mg.
Joint + Mobility Chews are labeled: Support your dog's active lifestyle. Each 2.5 g chew lists glucosamine HCl 250 mg, chondroitin sulfate 125 mg, MSM 125 mg, green-lipped mussel 125 mg and turmeric extract 50 mg. Review the complete ingredients, allergens and directions for the individual product. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
When to start
The current PawBite labels do not specify a minimum starting age or a breed-specific preventive schedule. Ask your veterinarian whether an individual product is appropriate for your dog, especially for puppies or dogs with diagnosed conditions or medications. Follow that product's label directions.