Whenever a new puppy comes into the house, it will have to learn its boundaries as well as what the new owner expects in the way of behavior. If that new puppy happens to be Havanese training can be anywhere from fun to troublesome as these active little dogs love to play and often confuse playing with learning. However, their eagerness to make a god impression on their new owner also makes them very good students.

Despite their small size, Havanese make great watchdogs, if for nothing else but their lack of fear and relatively loud bark. It is not so much that they are mean spirited as it is they are trying to protect their human family. Despite them being a loyal and friendly breed, Havanese problems can include the need to be the center of attention as well as having a short attention span. They can also be destructive if left alone very long and they grow bored.
When the new Havanese puppy first walks into a new home its first impulse will be to establish itself as king of the new castle. Unless the owner is there to explain otherwise, the new puppy could end up causing a lot of grief. However, with proper Havanese training methods, the new dog will quickly understand its place in the home’s order and willing accept its role as a faithful companion and entertainer.

These toy dogs are more than willing to accept their role in keeping family members happy and entertained and all they want in return is all the time the owner has to give. Although most will want considerably more time than available, keeping the Havanese training on a set schedule will help them understand what is expected of them and when they are expected to perform. It is the consistency in training that will help the dog learn the new behaviors and how to best please their owner.
Overall, the Havanese can be a loyal and fun companion. Their playful spirit is delightful for all ages and they typically get along well with children. These toy dogs are small enough not to be intimidating to younger family members, but their heart is so large as to not be intimidate by strangers. However, they are quickly appeased in the presence to a new person or animal in the house and once they have been properly introduced, they will try to form a bond.

Of all the Havanese problems new owners are likely to find is they can be destructive if they do not feel they are getting enough attention from the family. They can be demanding of the family’s time and, until they know their place and proper role, will do whatever they think of to make themselves the center of attention. It is their desire to be in center stage that makes them easy to train.

Knowing the positive reinforcement that Havanese training requires is beneficial when teaching the dog new behaviors. Every Havanese dog will develop its own personality as it grows to maturity. While there is a lot of useful information in dog training books, interaction with the animal will make its personality chine through.