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Compare Chi-Poo and Mal-Shi. Which is better: Chi-Poo or Mal-Shi or Maltipoo?
Name | Chi-Poo | Mal-Shi | Maltipoo |
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Origins | United States | United States Canada | Germany France Italy |
Group | Designer Dogs | Companion Dogs | Designer Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 612 | 222 | 558 |
Reviews | 0 | 2 | 4 |
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Other Names
What other names do they have? |
Chipoodle Chi-Poos Choodle Poochi Poohuahua |
Malti Zu Malt-Tzu Malshi |
Maltapoo Malt-A-Poo Malte-Poo Maltese-Poodle MaltiPoodle Malt-oodles Moodle mPoo Multapoo Multipoo Multi-Poo Maltepoo |
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo breed type comparison: | Cross Breed | Cross Breed | Cross Breed |
Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo Size and Weight Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Chi-Poo or Mal-Shi or Maltipoo? Which is the smallest dog, Chi-Poo or Mal-Shi or Maltipoo? | Small | Small | Small Medium |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Chi-Poo or Mal-Shi or Mal-Shi? Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo weight comparison: | 5-20 pounds (2,5-9 kg) | 5-15 pounds (2.3-6.8 kg) | 5-20 pounds (2,5-9 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 12.5 pounds (6 kg) | 10 pounds (2.3-6.8 kg) | 12.5 pounds (5,5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Chi-Poo or Mal-Shi or Maltipoo? Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo height comparison: | 6-14 inches (15-36 cm) | 10-20 inces (25-51 cm) | 10-13 inches (25-33 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | 10 inches (25 cm) | 10-20 inces (38 cm) | 11.5 inches (27 cm) |
Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo Price and Availability Comparison
Price
Which is cheaper, Chi-Poo or Mal-Shi or Maltipoo? Which is more expensive? | $500-$1000 | $800-$1000 | $400-$2000 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Chi-Poo or Mal-Shi or Maltipoo? | Average: The Chi-Poo is a commonly available dog breed. | Average: The Mal-Shi is a commonly available dog breed. | Frequent: The Maltipoo is easier than average to get. |
Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo intelligence: | Very smart: Chi-Poo is an excellent dog breed. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. | Smart: The Maltipoo dogs have great intelligence. |
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Trainability
Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo trainability comparison. | Chi-Poo dogs are easy to train. | Mal-Shi dogs are quite easy to train. | Maltipoo dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Chi-Poo or Mal-Shi or Maltipoo? | Chi-Poo dogs are average watchdogs. | Mal-Shi dogs are average watchdogs. | Maltipoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. |
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Chi-Poo or Mal-Shi or Maltipoo?
Which dog is most likely to protect its owner?
Which is the best dog to use for protection? | Chi-Poo dogs are average defenders. | Mal-Shi dogs strongly protect their territory. | Maltipoo dogs are average defenders. |
Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo Personality and Temperament Comparison
Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Chi-Poo or Mal-Shi or Maltipoo? Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo behavior/temperament comparison: |
Active Playful Independent Energetic Intelligent Companionable |
Playful Loving Independent Alert Intelligent Affectionate Going Social Quiet |
Active Funny Intelligent Affectionate Obedient Companionable |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Sensitive: Chi-Poo dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo? | High: Chi-Poo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Mal-Shi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Maltipoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo social needs comparison: | Chi-Poo dogs are kinda antisocial. | Mal-Shi dogs are a social breed. | Maltipoo dogs are a social breed. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Chi-Poo dogs have average wanderlust potential. | Mal-Shi dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | The wanderlust potential of the Maltipoo is strong enough to escape from home. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Chi-Poo 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. | Mal-Shi 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. | Maltipoo dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. |
Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Playfulness
Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo playfulness comparison: | The Chi-Poo is a playful breed. | Average: Mal-Shis, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Maltipoo is a playful breed. |
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo? | Average: The Chi-Poo barks occasionally. | Average: The Mal-Shi barks occasionally. | A lot: Maltipoo is a particularly loud breed. |
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Chi-Poo or Mal-Shi or Maltipoo? | Very house-friendly dog the Chi-Poo breed. | It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Mal-Shi indoors. | Very house-friendly dog the Maltipoo breed. |
Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog? | Chi-Poo dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. | Average: Mal-Shi dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. | Maltipoo dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. |
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Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Chi-Poo or Mal-Shi or Maltipoo? | Chi-Poo dogs handle alone time quite well. | Mal-Shi dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work. | Maltipoo dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work. |
Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Chi-Poo or Mal-Shi or Maltipoo? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Chi-Poo bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Mal-Shi bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Maltipoo bite force: Weak. |
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Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison: | Low 🔽 The Chi-Poo has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Mal-Shi has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Maltipoo has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo mouthiness comparison: | Chi-Poo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Mal-Shi dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Maltipoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo Health and Lifespan Comparison
Health Issues
Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo health comparison. Which is the healthier: Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo? | Chi-Poos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. | The Mal-Shi is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | Maltipoos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. |
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Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo health problems comparison: |
Luxating Patella Glaucoma Hypoglycemia Overactive tear glands | No data available |
Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Portosystemic Liver Shunt White Dog Shaker Syndrome |
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Frequent The Chi-Poo should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year. |
Average The Mal-Shi should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Frequent The Maltipoo should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year. |
Life Expectancy
Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo lifespan comparison. How long do Chi-Poo, Mal-Shi and Maltipoo breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Chi-Poo: 13 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Mal-Shi: 13 years |
9-13 years The average lifespan of Maltipoo: 11 years |
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo? | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. |
Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Chi-Poo or Mal-Shi or Maltipoo?
Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo energy level comparison: | Chi-Poo dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. | Mal-Shi dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. | Maltipoo dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Chi-Poo or Mal-Shi or Maltipoo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Chi-Poo dogs exercise need is minimal. | Mal-Shi dogs have an average exercise need. | Maltipoo dogs have an average exercise need. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Chi-Poo or Mal-Shi or Maltipoo? | Chi-Poo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Mal-Shi dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Maltipoo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. |
Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Chi-Poo or Mal-Shi or Maltipoo? | 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo weight gain potential comparison: | Average: The Chi-Poo has an average risk for obesity. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Mal-Shi's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Low to Average: The Maltipoo has a low to the average risk for obesity. |
Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo coat comparison: |
Short Long Medium |
Silky Soft Wavy Double |
Fluffy Soft Wavy Woolly |
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Colors
What are the original Chi-Poo, Mal-Shi and Maltipoo color? |
Black Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Brindle Grey |
Black Gray White Brown Yellow |
Black Cream White Grey Gold Apricot Almost all colors |
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Chi-Poo or Mal-Shi or Maltipoo? Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo grooming comparison: | Average: The Chi-Poo requires average grooming effort. | Average: The Mal-Shi requires average grooming effort. | Average: The Maltipoo requires average grooming effort. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Chi-Poo or Mal-Shi or Maltipoo? Chi-Poo or Mal-Shi or {name3 shedding: | Chi-Poo dogs are low shedders. | Mal-Shi dogs shed none to minimal. | Maltipoo dogs shed none to minimal. |
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Chi-Poo or Mal-Shi or Maltipoo? | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. |
Hypoallergenic
Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not? | No See more. | No See more. | Yes See more. |
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo? | Low 🔽 The Chi-Poo has a low chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Mal-Shi has a low chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Maltipoo has a low chance of bad smell. |
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? | The Chi-Poo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Mal-Shi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Maltipoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo Good With Comparison
Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Chi-Poo dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family. | Mal-Shi dogs are generally with other pets. | Maltipoo dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. |
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Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Chi-Poo or Mal-Shi or Maltipoo? Which dog is more friendly? | Chi-Poo dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Mal-Shi dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Maltipoo dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. |
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Chi-Poo or Mal-Shi or Maltipoo? | Chi-Poo dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Mal-Shi dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Maltipoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Chi-Poo or Mal-Shi or Maltipoo? | Chi-Poo dogs are not cat-friendly dogs. | Mal-Shi dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Maltipoo dogs are cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Chi-Poo or Mal-Shi or Maltipoo? | Chi-Poo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Mal-Shi dogs are dog-friendly dogs. | Maltipoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo? |
Yes Chi-Poo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Mal-Shi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Maltipoo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Chi-Poo is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Mal-Shi is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Maltipoo is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Chi-Poos are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Mal-Shis are usually recommended for elderly people. | Maltipoos are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo 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. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. |
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Chi-Poo or Mal-Shi or Maltipoo? Which is better for autism? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. |
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: Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo? | Not really Chi-Poo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Mal-Shi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Maltipoo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
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. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Fighting Dog / Military 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. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo Reproducibility Comparison
Gestation Length | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
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Litter Frequency | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Litter Size
How many puppies can Chi-Poo and Mal-Shi and Maltipoo have? | 2-5 puppies | 4-8 puppies | 4-6 puppies |
Chi-Poo vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo Recognition Comparison
AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC? | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. |
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FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI? | Not recognized by FCI. | Not recognized by FCI. | Not recognized by FCI. |
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds? |
American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club Designer Canine Registry | No data available |
Continental Kennel Club American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club National Maltipoo Club Maltipoo Club of America |
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