Cavapoo vs Maltese Comparison – Which dog is better Cavoodle or Maltese lion dog?

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Name	Cavapoo	Maltese
Origins	Australia	Italy
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Cavapoo and Maltese. What other names are these breeds known by?	Cavoodle	Maltese lion dog Maltese Dog
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Cavapoo and a Maltese. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Cross Breed	Purebred

Cavapoo vs Maltese Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Cavapoo or a Maltese? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Small Medium	Small
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Cavapoo and a Maltese. Which breed is heavier?	12-24 pounds (5.4-11 kg)	6.5-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	18 pounds (5.7.5 kg)	6.7 pounds (3.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Cavapoo or Maltese? Is a Cavapoo taller than a Maltese?	11-18 inches (28-45 cm)	Male: 8-10 inches (21-25 cm), Female: 8-9 inches (20-23 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	14.5 inches (36.5 cm)	Male: 9 inches (23 cm), Female: 8.5 inches (21.5 cm)

Cavapoo vs Maltese Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Cavapoo and a Maltese. Which breed costs more?	$1200-$1800	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Cavapoo or Maltese?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Maltese is quite easy to get.

Cavapoo vs Maltese Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Cavapoo or a Maltese? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Very smart: Cavapoo is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Cavapoo or a Maltese? Compare training requirements.	Cavapoo dogs are very 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 Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Cavapoo or a Maltese? Compare alertness levels.	Cavapoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Maltese dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Cavapoo or a Maltese? Compare territorial behaviors.	Cavapoo dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Maltese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Cavapoo vs Maltese Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Cavapoo and a Maltese. How do their temperaments differ?	Loving Intelligent Gentle	Active Playful Intelligent Responsive Docile Gentle Tempered Sweet Easygoing
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Cavapoo vs Maltese?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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: Cavapoo vs Maltese?	High: Cavapoo 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 Cavapoo vs Maltese social needs comparison:	Cavapoo 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? What's the difference between Cavapoo vs Maltese?	Cavapoo dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Maltese dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Cavapoo vs Maltese? Which can be better for hunting?	Cavapoo dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. 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

Cavapoo vs Maltese Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Cavapoo or a Maltese? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The Cavapoo barks occasionally. 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
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Cavapoo or a Maltese? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Cavapoos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Malteses, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Cavapoo or a Maltese? Compare living space needs.	Very house-friendly dog the Cavapoo breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Maltese breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Cavapoo vs Maltese Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Cavapoo or a Maltese? Compare adaptability levels.	Cavapoo 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.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Cavapoo or Maltese?	Cavapoo 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.

Cavapoo vs Maltese Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Cavapoo or a Maltese? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Cavapoo has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Maltese has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Cavapoo or a Maltese? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Cavapoo dogs have an 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.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Cavapoo or a Maltese? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cavapoo 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

Cavapoo vs Maltese Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Cavapoo or a Maltese? Compare average lifespans.	9-15 years The average lifespan of Cavapoo: 12 years	14-18 years The average lifespan of Maltese: 16 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Cavapoo or a Maltese? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Cavapoo can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Cavapoo and a Maltese. Which breed is healthier?	Very healthy dog breed.	The Maltese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Cavapoo vs Maltese?	Rare The Cavapoo 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.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cavapoo vs Maltese? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cavapoo vs Maltese health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation	Collapsed Trachea Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Portosystemic Liver Shunt Reverse Sneezing Hypoglycemia White Dog Shaker Syndrome

Cavapoo vs Maltese Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Cavapoo or a Maltese? Compare activity levels.	Cavapoo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	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 Cavapoo vs Maltese exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cavapoo or Maltese? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Cavapoo dogs have an average exercise need.	Maltese dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Cavapoo or Maltese?	Cavapoo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	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

Cavapoo vs Maltese Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Cavapoo or a Maltese? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavapoo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Maltese has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Cavapoo or a Maltese? Compare daily food needs.	0.5 to 1.5 cups 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

Cavapoo vs Maltese Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Cavapoo or a Maltese? Compare allergy friendliness.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Cavapoo and Maltese? Compare breed colors.	Black Cream White Sable Tricolor Chestnut Apricot Red sable Phantom	White
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Cavapoo or a Maltese? Compare maintenance needs.	Advanced: The Cavapoo requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Maltese requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Cavapoo or a Maltese? Compare drooling amounts.	The Cavapoo 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.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Cavapoo or a Maltese? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Cavapoo has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Maltese has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Cavapoo and a Maltese? Compare fur types.	Curly Wavy Straight	Feathered
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Cavapoo or a Maltese? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Cavapoo or Maltese? Do Cavapoo dogs shed more than Maltese dogs?	Cavapoo dogs shed moderately. See more.	Maltese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Cavapoo vs Maltese Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Cavapoo or a Maltese? Compare kid-friendliness.	Cavapoo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Maltese dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Cavapoo dogs are generally with other pets.	Maltese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Cavapoo or Maltese? Which dog is more friendly?	Cavapoo dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Maltese dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Cavapoo or Maltese?	Cavapoo dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Maltese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Cavapoo or Maltese? Can a Cavapoo and a Maltese be friends? Do Cavapoo dogs get along with Maltese dogs?	Cavapoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Maltese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Cavapoo vs Maltese?	Yes Cavapoo 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 Cavapoo 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?	Cavapoos are commonly okay with elderly people.	Malteses are usually recommended for elderly people.

Cavapoo vs Maltese As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Cavapoo or a Maltese? Compare service capabilities.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Cavapoo or a Maltese? Compare therapy capabilities.	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
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Cavapoo or a Maltese? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Cavapoo or a Maltese? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Cavapoo or a Maltese? Compare maritime abilities.	Yes Cavapoo breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Maltese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Cavapoo or a Maltese? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Cavapoo and Maltese. Which has stronger military background?	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.

Cavapoo vs Maltese Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Cavapoo and Maltese. Which has larger litters?	2-8 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Cavapoo and Maltese breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Cavapoo and Maltese. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Cavapoo vs Maltese Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Cavapoo and Maltese. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Cavapoo and Maltese. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Cavapoo and Maltese. Which is more widely recognized?	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry	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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Aiesha Tumwine
Sep 24, 2021, 5:21:53 AM:
It was a really good comparison test because I could tell which dog is better for my family