The History and Origin of the Havanese Dog Breed
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Havanese are a small breed of dog originating in Cuba.
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They are the national dog of Cuba and are descendants of the Bichon type dogs.
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Havanese were popular among Cuban aristocracy in the 19th century.
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The breed was nearly extinct after the Cuban Revolution but was saved by a few dedicated breeders.
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Havanese were first recognized by the AKC in 1996 and have since become popular as a companion dog in the US.
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