Seda Havanese

12/19/2025

The tech elf would need more than a bone to have Santa sneak into my house 🤣

12/19/2025

What are you getting your pup for Christmas?

12/17/2025

✨ Gratitude, Trust, and a Very Special Beginning

Today I’m sharing a moment that has been sitting in my heart for a while — we’ve just received the photos, and it feels like the perfect time to celebrate something that is about so much more than points.

Seda’s Radiant Ruby — “Rici” (Marici), co-owned with Susan Jackson, earned her first championship points at her debut the last weekend of November, and I could not be more proud.

Rici is from the Birthstones litter (Leo × Tobi) and she was always meant to be my keeper. But in a year when I lost my boys and my heart shattered, I made the incredibly difficult decision to let her go. I am endlessly grateful that she landed exactly where she was meant to be — with Susan and Terry, part of my Seda family since 2011.

With care, patience, and a change in diet, Susan lovingly brought Rici’s coat back. When she asked me, “Is Rici worth getting a title?” my answer was immediate and from the heart — YES.

Rici made her debut at the Evelyn Kenney 40th Anniversary Show, coming away Winners Female twice and earning 4 points over a very competitive weekend — a debut that speaks volumes about both the dog and the team behind her.

I want to take a moment to recognize all of my co-owned Seda families. For the past 16 years, you have trusted me with your homes, your hearts, and your dogs. Co-ownership is not just how Seda continues — it is how I ensure dogs are raised in loving homes while preserving the future of the breed ethically, responsibly, and with the dogs’ happiness always first.

Rici is a perfect example of that shared commitment. Her dam Tobi, and her granddam Cora, were co-owned with the Stoffman family. Her sire Leo is co-owned with the Bourassa family, with encouragement and support from the family who co-owned his dam Wynn with the Over/Gillespie family.

I also want to acknowledge the breeders who entrusted me with their lines, allowing Seda to grow with purpose and integrity. Rici’s pedigree reaches back to two extraordinary foundation females — Jenga of Felix Havanese (USA, retired) and Ella from Vom Forbidden Place (Havana, Cuba) — breeders who entrusted me, a decision that shaped Seda in lasting ways.

I am deeply grateful to the breeders behind Rici who have shared not just dogs, but knowledge, mentorship, and a commitment to health testing and science:
Sunberry and Pixc Havanese (Canada, retired), Ludico Havanese, WyHaven Havanese (USA), and Los Companeros, Twinkle Havanese of Canada. Your dedication to the breed has left an indelible mark on Seda.

This is not just a pedigree — it is a community built on trust, shared values, and long-standing relationships. Without the support of these families and breeders, Seda would have faded out years ago. Instead, it continues forward, carried by people who believe in doing things the right way.

Thank you, Susan and Terry, thank you to *every* Seda family, and thank you to the breeders who believed in me and trusted me with their legacy.
This is just the beginning for Rici — and I am so grateful to share it with all of you. 💎🐾

Sire: Ch Seda’s Shooting Star - Leo
Dam: Ch Seda Twinkle Whoz UR Daddy

12/17/2025

🎉 Brag Time — and what a journey to celebrate!

Taking a moment to shine a very bright spotlight on Gloria and her small-but-mighty Miss Caci (“KC”) and the incredible year they’ve shared together.

From the Saskatchewan AAC Regionals in June — where dreams turned into reality with a qualification for Nationals and an amazing 2nd place finish — to stepping onto the national stage at the AAC Agility Nationals and proudly earning a 6th Overall finish, complete with a clean Standard run, this team has shown heart, grit, and pure joy every step of the way.

And as if that wasn’t enough… in October, KC sealed her place in the history books by earning her ATCH (Agility Trial Champion) — a milestone that reflects not just speed and skill, but dedication, partnership, and perseverance - at 4 years of age!!!

What makes this journey so special isn’t just the titles or placements — it’s the story behind them. The health challenges, the friendships, the laughter, the support ringside, the patience through learning curves, the encouragement when things felt overwhelming, and the reminder that you are never too old to chase your dreams when you do it alongside your very best furry friend. 🐾 💜

Gloria, your pride in KC is contagious, and KC’s joy in working with you is unmistakable. This is teamwork at its finest — built on trust, love, and an unbreakable bond.

So very proud to share these AAC accomplishments and celebrate a journey that inspires far beyond the agility ring. 💫🐾
Well done, Team KC — you’ve earned every bit of this success. ❤️🐾❤️

Sire: Ch Seda’s Sun is Rising with Ludico NTD - Hemi 🌈🐾
Dam: Seda’s New Beginnings NTD NS - Magic

12/16/2025

There’s still some calendars left for that last minute gift idea for your resident Havanese lover 💜
Order yours today!

🎁🎄✨ Looking for a last-minute Christmas gift? ✨🎄🎁

Our 2026 Havanese Fanciers of Canada calendars are available to order!

These calendars make a perfect holiday gift for the Havanese lover in your life — and they sold out quickly last year, so we recommend ordering early!

Order yours here:
https://www.havanesefanciers.ca/merchandise/

💌 Prefer e-transfer?
You can e-transfer $24.99 to our treasurer at:
[email protected]

After e-transferring, please message Lynda at [email protected] with your order and mailing address, and copy the treasurer’s email.

🎄🐾 Give the gift of Havanese joy this Christmas!

12/16/2025

One of the many hats I wear 🙃 As the HFC newsletter editor, I encourage you to read the winter issue. Many thanks to all our wonderful families who share their photos - look for your kids 😉 Thanks also to the HFC committee and the website team. 🎄

Enjoy this new issue ❄️

Our amazing Newsletter Committee has done it again!! Thank you Lynda Hand and all of our contributors! You can read the updated version here:

https://www.havanesefanciers.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/HavNewsNViews-Winter-2025-Compressed.pdf

12/03/2025

I wanted to share a heartfelt update. Over the past while, I’ve stepped back from social media due to work demands, HFC commitments, and my own personal health and family challenges. With everything on my plate, I haven’t been able to share many of the wonderful accomplishments, birthdays, or milestones that truly deserve celebration.

As many of you know, I’m a sensitive soul. I celebrate every joy with you, and I feel every hardship too. The past couple of years have brought heavy emotions for some of our Seda families, and I’ve carried that quietly while still cheering for you all behind the scenes.

Thank you for your patience and understanding as I find balance again.
And if I may ask a small favour: please keep sending your updates, photos, stories, and milestones. Even when I’m quiet online, your messages mean more than you know and help me reconnect when life gets overwhelming.

Thank you for being such an important part of the Seda family.

With love,
Lynda • Seda Havanese

12/01/2025

I want to honour two beautiful Seda girls who recently crossed the bridge: Chika and Luna, both deeply cherished by their Calgary families. Their gentle, loving spirits were unmistakable reflections of their mother Jenga, who would have celebrated her 19th birthday tomorrow.

To Terry & Susan, and to Erin & Alex — thank you for giving these girls the joyful, devoted lives they deserved. Their spirits will forever remain woven into the Seda story.

As a sensitive person, every loss touches me deeply. When one of my puppies leaves this world, it isn’t just their families who grieve — I grieve too. These girls began their lives in my hands. I watched their first breaths, felt their first tiny kisses, steadied their little wobbly steps. I remember the moment their eyes found mine, and the milestones that followed. Those memories never leave me. Every Seda family becomes part of my own, and every dog I’ve raised takes a piece of my heart with them.

In truth, I am still crying over the losses of Chika and Luna. Their passing has reopened so many tender places in my heart — places shaped by years of loving, raising, and letting go. And with Jenga’s birthday tomorrow, I feel the weight of all three so strongly. Their spirits were connected from the beginning, and they will remain connected always. 💜

There is a quote that has always resonated with me:

“It came to me that every time I lose a dog they take a piece of my heart with them.
And every new dog who comes into my life, gifts me with a piece of their heart.
If I live long enough, all the components of my heart will be dog,
and I will become as generous and loving as they are.”
~ Unknown

Every Seda pup carries pieces of my heart — and they always will.
Their love lives on in their families, in the memories we hold, and in the legacy of kindness they leave behind.

For Chika and Luna 🌈🐾 —
who came into this world with gentle hearts
and left it wrapped in the love of their families.
Thank you for the joy you brought,
the lessons you left behind,
and the pieces of your hearts you gifted us.

Remembering Jenga (Ch Feliz Ringside Gossip) Dec 2, 2006 - Jan 10, 2024 as tomorrow would have been her 19th birthday 💜
and her daughters
Chika (Seda's Island Lewa) March 30, 2011 - Oct 10, 2025
and
Luna (SD-MACH SD-CH SD-GCH CKC CH Seda’s Dancin’ in the Moonlight SDN SDIN SC SI AN NN SD-E SD-A SD-S-SP CW-ScR3 CW-ScR2 CW-ScR1 CW-SI CW-SD CW-SP CGN (Luna’s life of titled accomplishments in CKC, CWAGS, UKC and SDDA (highest titled Havanese in this organization).
April 23, 2012 - November 14, 2025

May your memories be eternal 🕯️

11/14/2025

Last years calendars sold out quickly and this years are already going fast! We have limited numbers so order yours today 🐾💕

🐾📆 Great News for fellow Havanese Fanciers! 📆🐾
Our 2026 Havanese Fanciers of Canada calendars are now available to order!

🛒 Order yours here: https://www.havanesefanciers.ca/merchandise/

We definitely recommend ordering these early, as we sold out quickly last year.

🖼 What’s inside?
– A full year of beautiful Havanese photos
– Charming layouts perfect for home, office, or gifting
– A lovely way to celebrate the breed we all adore

❤️ Why you’ll love it:
– Makes a fantastic gift for any Havanese lover
– Supports the HFC
– Guaranteed to make you smile every single month

📸 When your calendar arrives, share a photo of it in its new home — we’d love to see it!

If you prefer to use e-transfer, you can e-transfer $24.99 to our treasurer: [email protected].

Message Lynda at [email protected] with your order and mailing address, and copy the treasurer’s email address.

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08/05/2025

📬 Maggie (aka Miss Nashville 🎸) got mail… and it’s official! 🎉
*CH Wyhaven’s Magnolia Zest for Seda* is confirmed a Canadian Champion!

This beautiful, confident girl has been such a joy to show — and she’s just getting started. We’ll be continuing on toward her Grand Championship, and we’re also looking at some performance titles because, let’s be honest… this girl needs a job 😂

Big thanks to everyone who’s cheered her on so far — Maggie is definitely living up to her zesty name! 🍋✨

P.S. I LOVED my visit to Nashville and hope to go back one day. ❤️

As always, my eternal gratitude to EAnn for Maggie as well as sending her daddy ZeeZee to me for an extended visit over 5 years ago ❤️🐾❤️

08/05/2025

All of our Havanese are health tested through OFA (Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), and we’re happy to share the open database link with anyone interested. We go beyond the basics by also screening for elbows, thyroid, and heart (via auscultation), and we use the UCDavis Havanese Health Panel, which covers four additional genetic conditions. I choose OFA because it provides expert, standardized evaluations by board-certified specialists, offering reliable insight into inherited health issues—far beyond what a routine vet check can detect. This level of transparency ensures confidence in the health and integrity of our breeding dogs and their puppies. 🐾💕

For many centuries the Havanese have been a beloved family dog in Cuba. They are a small, non-shedding, family friendly, dog breed that are cheerful with a sparkle in their eyes!

Are you interested in this breed? The OFA, working with the Havanese Club of America, recommends the following basic health screening tests for all breeding stock:
- Hip Dysplasia (OFA or PennHip)
- ACVO Eye Exam
- Patellar Luxation

Dogs meeting these basic health screening requirements are issued Canine Health Information Center (CHIC) numbers. For potential puppy buyers, CHIC certification is a good indicator the breeder responsibly factors good health into their selection criteria.

For more information about the Havanese, please visit the parent club website: https://havaneseclubofamerica.org/
For more information about the CHIC program, check out the OFA: https://ofa.org/chic-programs/

08/05/2025

At Seda Havanese, I breed with intention — focusing on health, structure, temperament, and preserving Cuban lineage. Every litter is planned with careful attention to pedigrees, genetic diversity, and the betterment of the breed. My puppies are raised in a home environment with early socialization, enrichment, and love. I prioritize matching the right puppy with the right home, and I remain a committed partner to my puppy families throughout each dog’s life.

We also are proud to work with other breeders who share our philosophies and had a lovely visit last week from Kathy of Panda Bear Kennels of BC. She brought Willow for a repeat breeding to our boy Keeper, and also brought along their daughter Lyric. What a sweetheart — Lyric has her mama’s beauty and her daddy’s personality and drive!

Kathy is hoping for puppies in early October, so if you’re looking to add a well-bred Havanese to your family and are interested in our lines, be sure to reach out to her.

My heart is healing and I’ll be opening up my own puppy applications for 2026, so feel free to contact me if you’d like to learn more about upcoming litters here at Seda.

Sharing a few photos of Willow and Lyric below — it’s always a joy seeing Keeper’s legacy in action! 💛