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Name	Blue Paul Terrier	Yorkshire Terrier	Maltese
Origins	Scotland	England	Italy
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Group	Extinct	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Blue Poll Blue Poll Bulldog Red Smuts Scottish Bull Terrier Smuts	Yorkie	Maltese lion dog Maltese Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Blue Paul Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier or Maltese? Which is the smallest dog, Blue Paul Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier or Maltese?	Large	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Blue Paul Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier? Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese weight comparison:	40-44 pounds (18-20 kg)	2-3 kg (4-7 pounds)	6.5-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	42 pounds (19 kg)	2.5 kg (5.5 pounds)	6.7 pounds (3.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Blue Paul Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier or Maltese? Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese height comparison:	Male: 18-22 inches (45-56 cm), Female: 17-21 inches (44-54 cm)	20-23 cm (8-9 inches)	Male: 8-10 inches (21-25 cm), Female: 8-9 inches (20-23 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 20 inches (50.5 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)	21.5 cm (8.5 inches)	Male: 9 inches (23 cm), Female: 8.5 inches (21.5 cm)

Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Blue Paul Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier or Maltese? Which is more expensive?	Unavailable	$600-$1000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Blue Paul Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier or Maltese?	Unavailable: This dog breed, unfortunately, is no longer available, it may even be extinct.	Very frequent: The Yorkshire Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Maltese is quite easy to get.

Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Yorkshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese trainability comparison.	Blue Paul Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Maltese dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Blue Paul Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier or Maltese?	Blue Paul Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Maltese dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Blue Paul Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier or Maltese? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Blue Paul Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Maltese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Blue Paul Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier or Maltese? Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese behavior/temperament comparison:	Courageous Territorial Aggressive Brave Defensive	Playful Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal	Active Playful Intelligent Responsive Docile Gentle Tempered Sweet Easygoing
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Blue Paul Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Yorkshire Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese?	Average: Blue Paul Terrier dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Yorkshire Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Maltese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese social needs comparison:	Blue Paul Terrier dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Maltese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Blue Paul Terrier dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Maltese dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Blue Paul Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Maltese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese playfulness comparison:	Average: Blue Paul Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Yorkshire Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Malteses, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese?	Average to High: The Blue Paul Terrier is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Yorkshire Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Maltese is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Blue Paul Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier or Maltese?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Blue Paul Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Yorkshire Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Maltese breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Blue Paul Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Maltese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Blue Paul Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier or Maltese?	Blue Paul Terrier dogs handle alone time quite well.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Maltese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Blue Paul Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier or Maltese?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Blue Paul Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Yorkshire Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Maltese bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Moderate ⏺ The Blue Paul Terrier has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Yorkshire Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Maltese has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese mouthiness comparison:	Blue Paul Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Maltese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese health comparison. Which is the healthier: Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese?	The Blue Paul Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Yorkshire Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Maltese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese health problems comparison:	No data available	Collapsed Trachea Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Portosystemic Liver Shunt Reverse Sneezing Hypoglycemia	Collapsed Trachea Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Portosystemic Liver Shunt Reverse Sneezing Hypoglycemia White Dog Shaker Syndrome
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Blue Paul Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Yorkshire Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Maltese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese lifespan comparison. How long do Blue Paul Terrier, Yorkshire Terrier and Maltese breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-13 years The average lifespan of Blue Paul Terrier: 12 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier: 14 years	14-18 years The average lifespan of Maltese: 16 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Blue Paul Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier or Maltese? Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese energy level comparison:	Blue Paul Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Maltese dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Blue Paul Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier or Maltese? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Blue Paul Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Maltese dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Blue Paul Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier or Maltese?	Blue Paul Terrier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Maltese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Blue Paul Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier or Maltese?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 3/4 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Blue Paul Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Yorkshire Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Maltese has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese coat comparison:	Smooth	Fine	Feathered
Colors What are the original Blue Paul Terrier, Yorkshire Terrier and Maltese color?	Red Brindle Dark Blue	Black Tan Blue Gold	White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Blue Paul Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier or Maltese? Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Blue Paul Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Maltese requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Blue Paul Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier or Maltese? Blue Paul Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Blue Paul Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Maltese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Blue Paul Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier or Maltese?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese?	Medium ⏺ The Blue Paul Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Yorkshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Maltese has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Blue Paul Terrier drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Yorkshire Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Maltese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Blue Paul Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Maltese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Blue Paul Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier or Maltese? Which dog is more friendly?	Blue Paul Terrier dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Maltese dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Blue Paul Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier or Maltese?	Blue Paul Terrier dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.	Maltese dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Blue Paul Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier or Maltese?	Blue Paul Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Maltese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Blue Paul Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier or Maltese?	Blue Paul Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Maltese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese?	Yes Blue Paul Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Yorkshire Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Maltese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Blue Paul Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Yorkshire Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Maltese is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Blue Paul Terriers are not the best breed for elderly people.	Yorkshire Terriers are not recommended for elderly people.	Malteses are usually recommended for elderly people.

Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Blue Paul Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier or Maltese? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese?	Not really Blue Paul Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Yorkshire Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Maltese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Blue Paul Terrier and Yorkshire Terrier and Maltese have?	2-6 puppies	4-6 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Blue Paul Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Maltese Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Toy Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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