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Cheenese vs Maltese Shih Tzu vs Highland Maltie Comparison - Dog breed selector: Chihuahua & Havanese mix or Mal-Shi or Highland Maltie? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie breeds.
Chihuahua & Havanese mix Mal-Shi
Malti Zu
Malt-Tzu
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie? Compare their breeding categories.
Cross Breed Cross Breed Cross Breed

Cheenese vs Maltese Shih Tzu vs Highland Maltie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. Which breed is the largest?
Small Small Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie? Compare adult weight ranges.
7-13 pounds (3-6 kg) 6-12 pounds (2.5-5.5 kg) Male: 15-22 pounds (7-10 kg), Female: 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
10 pounds (4.5 kg) 9 pounds (4 kg) Male: 18.5 pounds (8.5 kg), Female: 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Cheenese or Maltese Shih Tzu or Highland Maltie? Cheenese vs Maltese Shih Tzu vs Highland Maltie height comparison:
8-11 inches (21-29 cm) 10-12 inches (25-30 cm) Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
10 inches (25 cm) 11 inches (27.5 cm) Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)

Cheenese vs Maltese Shih Tzu vs Highland Maltie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$800 $500-$800 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Cheenese or Maltese Shih Tzu or Highland Maltie?
Very frequent: The Cheenese is quite easy to get.
Average: The Maltese Shih Tzu is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Highland Maltie is quite easy to get.

Cheenese vs Maltese Shih Tzu vs Highland Maltie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. Which is easiest to train?
Cheenese dogs are easy to train.
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Maltese Shih Tzu dogs are easy to train.
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Highland Maltie dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. Which breed is most alert?
Cheenese dogs are good watchdogs.
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Maltese Shih Tzu dogs are average watchdogs.
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Highland Maltie dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. Which breed is most protective?
Cheenese dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Maltese Shih Tzu dogs are average defenders.
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Highland Maltie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Cheenese vs Maltese Shih Tzu vs Highland Maltie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Gentle
Companionable
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming
Active
Curious
Playful
Intelligent
Outgoing
Adaptable
Active
Playful
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Easygoing
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Cheenese dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Maltese Shih Tzu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cheenese vs Maltese Shih Tzu vs Highland Maltie?
High: Cheenese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Maltese Shih Tzu dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Highland Maltie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Cheenese vs Maltese Shih Tzu vs Highland Maltie social needs comparison:
Cheenese dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Maltese Shih Tzu dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Highland Maltie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Cheenese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Maltese Shih Tzu dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Highland Maltie dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Cheenese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Maltese Shih Tzu dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Highland Maltie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Cheenese vs Maltese Shih Tzu vs Highland Maltie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. Which breed is most vocal?
Average to High: The Cheenese is a vocal breed.
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Average to High: The Maltese Shih Tzu is a vocal breed.
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A lot: Highland Maltie is a particularly loud breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. Which breed is most playful?
The Cheenese is a playful breed.
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Average: Maltese Shih Tzus, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Highland Maltie is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Cheenese breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Maltese Shih Tzu breed.
Apartment-friendly dog the Highland Maltie breed.

Cheenese vs Maltese Shih Tzu vs Highland Maltie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. Which breed is most flexible?
Cheenese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Maltese Shih Tzu dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Highland Maltie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Cheenese or Maltese Shih Tzu or Highland Maltie?
Cheenese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Highland Maltie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Cheenese vs Maltese Shih Tzu vs Highland Maltie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Cheenese has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Maltese Shih Tzu has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Highland Maltie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. Which uses mouth most during play?
Cheenese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Maltese Shih Tzu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Highland Maltie dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Cheenese bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Maltese Shih Tzu bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Highland Maltie bite force: Weak.

Cheenese vs Maltese Shih Tzu vs Highland Maltie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. Which breed lives longest?
14-18 years
The average lifespan of Cheenese: 16 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Maltese Shih Tzu: 13 years
14-18 years
The average lifespan of Highland Maltie: 16 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. Which handles climate changes best?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Highland Maltie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. Which has fewer health issues?
Cheeneses are commonly healthy dogs.
Maltese Shih Tzus tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Highland Malties are commonly healthy dogs.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Cheenese should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The Maltese Shih Tzu should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Rare
The Highland Maltie should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cheenese vs Maltese Shih Tzu vs Highland Maltie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cheenese vs Maltese Shih Tzu vs Highland Maltie health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Collapsed Trachea
Heart Murmurs
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-perthes Disease
Open Fontanel
Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Chondrodysplasia
Elbow Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease
Portosystemic Liver Shunt
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hydrocephalus
Hypoglycemia
Shivering
Patellar Luxation
White Dog Shaker Syndrome
Cataracts
Collapsed Trachea
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Portosystemic Liver Shunt
Reverse Sneezing
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
Hypoglycemia
White Dog Shaker Syndrome
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Atopic Dermatitis
Hyperplastic Dermatosis
Pulmonary Fibrosis

Cheenese vs Maltese Shih Tzu vs Highland Maltie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. Which breed is most active?
Cheenese dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Maltese Shih Tzu dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Highland Maltie dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Cheenese vs Maltese Shih Tzu vs Highland Maltie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cheenese or Maltese Shih Tzu or Highland Maltie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Cheenese dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Maltese Shih Tzu dogs have an average exercise need.
Highland Maltie dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Cheenese or Maltese Shih Tzu or Highland Maltie?
Cheenese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Maltese Shih Tzu dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Highland Maltie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Cheenese vs Maltese Shih Tzu vs Highland Maltie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cheenese's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Maltese Shih Tzu has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Highland Maltie's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. Which needs most food?
1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Cheenese vs Maltese Shih Tzu vs Highland Maltie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. What colors are available?
Black
Tan
Red
Cream
White
Fawn
Chocolate
Reddish-Brown
Havana Brown
Tobacco
Black
White
Brown
White & Tan
Black & White
Brown & Black
White
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. Which requires most maintenance?
Easy to groom: The Cheenese doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Advanced: The Maltese Shih Tzu requires a lot of grooming.
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Advanced: The Highland Maltie requires a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. Which drools least?
The Cheenese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Maltese Shih Tzu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Highland Maltie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. Which has least natural smell?

High 🔼

The Cheenese has a high chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Maltese Shih Tzu has a low chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Highland Maltie has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fine
Soft
Wavy
Woolly
Flat
Long
Curly
Silky
Soft
Wavy
Long
Dense
Feathered
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. Which requires most frequent baths?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Cheenese or Maltese Shih Tzu or Highland Maltie? Cheenese or Maltese Shih Tzu or {name3 shedding:
Cheenese dogs shed none to minimal.
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Maltese Shih Tzu dogs shed none to minimal.
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Highland Maltie dogs shed none to minimal.
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Cheenese vs Maltese Shih Tzu vs Highland Maltie Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. Which is best with kids?
Cheenese dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Maltese Shih Tzu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Highland Maltie dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Cheenese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Maltese Shih Tzu dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Highland Maltie dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Cheenese or Maltese Shih Tzu or Highland Maltie? Which dog is more friendly?
Cheenese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Maltese Shih Tzu dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Highland Maltie dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Cheenese or Maltese Shih Tzu or Highland Maltie?
Cheenese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Maltese Shih Tzu dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Highland Maltie dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Cheenese or Maltese Shih Tzu or Highland Maltie?
Cheenese dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Maltese Shih Tzu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Highland Maltie dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Cheenese vs Maltese Shih Tzu vs Highland Maltie?
Yes
Cheenese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Maltese Shih Tzu dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Highland Maltie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Cheenese is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Maltese Shih Tzu is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Highland Maltie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Cheeneses are commonly okay with elderly people.
Maltese Shih Tzus are commonly okay with elderly people.
Highland Malties are usually recommended for elderly people.

Cheenese vs Maltese Shih Tzu vs Highland Maltie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. Which excels in therapy work?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Cheenese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Maltese Shih Tzu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Highland Maltie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. Which has most military use?

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.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Cheenese vs Maltese Shih Tzu vs Highland Maltie Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. Which has most puppies?
2-4 puppies 3-5 puppies 3-5 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Cheenese vs Maltese Shih Tzu vs Highland Maltie Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Cheenese, Maltese Shih Tzu, and Highland Maltie. Which has most recognition?
No data available Not recognized by any clubs. No data available

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