Dogs Make Us More Intelligent

Most people love ALL pets, but especially puppies! Whether it’s their cute paws, sweet snuggles, or happy tail wags, there’s no doubt that pets bring joy into our lives. If you don’t already have a million reasons to love your four-legged best friend, here’s one more. Research shows that owning a pup can increase …read more

Flying With Your Havanese Dog

Travel demand is predicted to be at an all-time high! Shipping a pup in cargo is dangerous, however Havanese meet the guidelines to travel safely with you in cabin! Preparation is key for …read more

Pet Poison Prevention

March is pet poison awareness month! What exactly is the purpose of this? This week is to highlight awareness and prevention of poising to our four-legged family members! We’d like to use this time to remind our extended RFH family about your pups, potential dangers our dogs can encounter and what to do if any unfortunate scenarios occur! …read more

Winter with Your Havanese

Winter can be a nuisance both for you and your pup, but there are several ways to stay safe and have fun! Every year we get calls on how to acclimate pups to the bad weather. Below are some tips to keep your pup safe, active and …read more

Tips to Protect Your Pet’s Heart

February is not just for Valentine’s Day, it’s American Heart Month too; a time that’s dedicated to reminding us to keep our Hearts healthy! As animal lovers, it is not just people who should be trying to live healthier lives. Our pets deserve some love, too. Dogs are equally at risk  …read more

1st Night Home With a New Puppy

Your pup is finally home, and you are now preparing for her first few nights away from all she knows! As with any new baby you may have some interrupted sleep with your puppy. If you’re patient and understanding, your puppy will learn what you expect of her when it’s  …read more

Crate Training Your New Puppy!

We all want to have a well-behaved puppy that doesn’t chew, tear things up and only does his business in the appropriate area. Crate training is an important part of that!  A dog crate should be your puppy’s private den, his special place – a security blanket. He should not be afraid or frustrated when he is closed in, rather he prefers …read more

Introducing New Dogs!

Dogs are social animals and most enjoy the company of others. Just like humans, some dogs have more outgoing personalities, and others are more reserved. Whether you just brought home a new puppy and are introducing him to an existing dog or you are walking at a park with your dog, a proper introduction…read more

Core Vaccines for Your Puppy

You will see your pup’s doctor several times throughout the first year of his life. Although it can seem a bit inconvenient, core vaccines will shield our four-legged babies from dangerous and potentially deadly diseases! When researching and …read more

Preventing Car Sickness!

Dogs who have difficulty with car rides usually fall into one of two categories: those who have motion sickness and those who have a fear of riding in the car. To prevent these problems from happening in the first place…read more

Keeping Dogs Safe During Spring & Summer

The nice weather is here! The weather is perfect for walking with your new pup or allowing dogs to lounge outside and enjoy the wamer temperatures. However, there can be many lurking hazards…read more

Seasonal Allergies in Dogs

Did you know your pet can suffer from seasonal allergies just like us humans? Many are unaware of the signs and symptoms our pets show us when allergy season comes around… read more

Tips to Beat The Heat With your Dog This Summer

After a long winter everyone just cannot wait for the beautiful warm weather to arrive! Just remember that with record temperatures your dog can be at great risk for heat stroke and other summer dangers…read more

Grooming Your Havanese 101!

Royal Flush Havanese encourages every single one of our puppy parents to use grooming time as a way to bond with your amazing havanese and keep them neat and clean! In the beginning it can seem intimating to keep up the maintenance on your pup, but don’t worry- your dog won’t hold it against you…read more

Havanese Dental Care!

If you want to keep your dog in optimal health, it is vitally important that this task does not get forgotten! When teeth are not maintained and brushed regularly it can lead to tooth loss, decay and even…read more

Hypoglycemia in Small Breed Puppies!

Hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar (sometimes called “sugar shock”) is a condition where the blood sugar level drops to an extremely low level due to lack of food or by using up all stored energy without it being replenished. Ane xample is when your puppy…read more

Keeping Your Puppy Safe for The Holidays!

The holiday season is a great time to celebrate and be grateful for all that we have in our lives! As wonderful as the holidays are they also can be dangerous to ur four-legged babbies! Preparetions need to be made to…read more

Your Puppy’s First Week Home

So you’ve filled out the puppy application. You’ve spoken with the Royal Flush Havanese staff. You’ve chosen your puppy. Now the time has come to bring your new Havanese puppy home! This experience is such an exciting time! We understand, it can also be very nerve… read more

How to Bring a Puppy Home for the Holidays

December has come and with it many holiday videos of puppies popping out from under the tree and jumping all over excited children and adults alike! Your family is begging for a puppy for Christmas … read more

Taking Home Your New Puppy

Taking home a brand new puppy can be a fun and exciting experience, but are you fully prepared for the big day? Pet ownership is a full-time responsibility and your new puppy will require some essential items in order to live a happy, healthy life… read more

“People Food” Your Puppy Should Avoid

The summer months bring about lots of outdoor activities, especially cookouts with tons of food to feed the family and friends. But what about your Havanese – can they enjoy the same foods as humans? … read more

Dos and Don’ts of Interacting with your Puppy

Before you make the big leap into dog ownership, it’s important to make sure that your child knows the proper ways to interact with dogs, so that they are both safe and establish a good relationship early on… read more

Hurricane Preparedness for your Dogs

With the recent onslaught of natural disasters this season, including Hurricanes Harvey and Irma, it’s important to think about hurricane preparedness for your dogs.  Do you have everything you need to make sure your dogs are safe from storms, floods, and other disasters? . . . read more

Spaying & Neutering Your Dog – Answers to Common Questions

You’ve just taken home your new puppy. You’ve purchased food, supplements, and supplies. You’ve scheduled vet appointments for important puppy vaccinations. What’s the next step? Spaying and neutering them, of course!… read more

HAVANESE COLOR GUIDE

What most of our new puppy parents don’t realize is as your puppies are physically & mentally developing and changing so is their coloring! You can say goodbye to the traditional all white or black and white pups. The Havanese breed are truly unique in the regards... read more