Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo Comparison - Dog breed selector: Csivava or Bassotto or Maltapoo? Find the right dog for you
"Find similarities and differences between Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo"
Compare Chihuahua and Dachshund. Which is better: Chihuahua or Dachshund or Maltipoo?
Name | Chihuahua | Dachshund | Maltipoo |
---|---|---|---|
Origins | Mexico | Germany | Germany France Italy |
Group | Companion Dogs | Hunting Dogs | Designer Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 32 | 13 | 558 |
Reviews | 16 | 7 | 4 |
User Ratings |
Other Names
What other names do they have? |
Csivava Chihuahueño |
Bassotto Sausage Dog Tekkel Tekkel Doxie Weenie Dog Worshond Teckel |
Maltapoo Malt-A-Poo Malte-Poo Maltese-Poodle MaltiPoodle Malt-oodles Moodle mPoo Multapoo Multipoo Multi-Poo Maltepoo |
---|---|---|---|
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo breed type comparison: | Purebred | Purebred | Cross Breed |
Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo Size and Weight Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Chihuahua or Dachshund or Maltipoo? Which is the smallest dog, Chihuahua or Dachshund or Maltipoo? | Small | Small | Small Medium |
---|---|---|---|
Weight
Which is heavier, Chihuahua or Dachshund or Dachshund? Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo weight comparison: | 2-6 pounds (1-3 kg) | Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg) | 5-20 pounds (2,5-9 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 4 pounds (2 kg) | Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg) | 12.5 pounds (5,5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Chihuahua or Dachshund or Maltipoo? Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo height comparison: | 6-9 inches (15-23 cm) | Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm) | 10-13 inches (25-33 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | 7.5 inches (19 cm) | Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm) | 11.5 inches (27 cm) |
Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo Price and Availability Comparison
Price
Which is cheaper, Chihuahua or Dachshund or Maltipoo? Which is more expensive? | $600-$800 | $500-$700 | $400-$2000 |
---|---|---|---|
Availability
Which is easier to get, Chihuahua or Dachshund or Maltipoo? | Very frequent: The Chihuahua is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get. | Frequent: The Maltipoo is easier than average to get. |
Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo intelligence: | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Smart: The Maltipoo dogs have great intelligence. |
---|---|---|---|
Trainability
Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo trainability comparison. | Chihuahua dogs are quite easy to train. | Dachshund dogs are easy to train. | Maltipoo dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Chihuahua or Dachshund or Maltipoo? | Chihuahua dogs are average watchdogs. | Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs. | Maltipoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. |
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Chihuahua or Dachshund or Maltipoo?
Which dog is most likely to protect its owner?
Which is the best dog to use for protection? | Chihuahua dogs strongly protect their territory. | Dachshund dogs are average defenders. | Maltipoo dogs are average defenders. |
Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo Personality and Temperament Comparison
Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Chihuahua or Dachshund or Maltipoo? Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo behavior/temperament comparison: |
Alert Courageous Intelligent Quick Devoted Lively |
Playful Stubborn Courageous Devoted Lively Clever |
Active Funny Intelligent Affectionate Obedient Companionable |
---|---|---|---|
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Sensitive: Chihuahua 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: Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo? | High: Chihuahua dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Dachshund 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
Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo social needs comparison: | Chihuahua dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Dachshund dogs are a social breed. | Maltipoo dogs are a social breed. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Chihuahua dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | Dachshund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | 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? | Chihuahua 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. | Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Maltipoo dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. |
Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Playfulness
Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo playfulness comparison: | Average: Chihuahuas, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Maltipoo is a playful breed. |
---|---|---|---|
Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo? | A lot: Chihuahua is a particularly loud breed. | A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed. | A lot: Maltipoo is a particularly loud breed. |
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Chihuahua or Dachshund or Maltipoo? | Very house-friendly dog the Chihuahua breed. | Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Maltipoo breed. |
Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog? | Chihuahua dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Dachshund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Maltipoo dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. |
---|---|---|---|
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Chihuahua or Dachshund or Maltipoo? | Chihuahua dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Dachshund 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. |
Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Chihuahua or Dachshund or Maltipoo? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Chihuahua bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Dachshund bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Maltipoo bite force: Weak. |
---|---|---|---|
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison: | Low 🔽 The Chihuahua has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Maltipoo has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo mouthiness comparison: | Chihuahua dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Dachshund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Maltipoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo Health and Lifespan Comparison
Health Issues
Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo health comparison. Which is the healthier: Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo? | Chihuahuas are commonly healthy dogs. | The Dachshund 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. |
---|---|---|---|
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo health problems comparison: |
Collapsed Trachea Heart Murmurs Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Pulmonic Stenosis Hydrocephalus Hypoglycemia Shivering |
Legg-perthes Disease Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Deafness Intervertebral Disk Disease Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Mitral Valve Disease Cushing's Syndrome Acanthosis Nigricans Baldness Canine Diabetes Mellitus Lymphocytic Thyroiditis Narcolepsy |
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? |
Rare The Chihuahua should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Average The Dachshund 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
Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo lifespan comparison. How long do Chihuahua, Dachshund and Maltipoo breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? |
14-18 years The average lifespan of Chihuahua: 16 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years |
9-13 years The average lifespan of Maltipoo: 11 years |
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo? | Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. | Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. |
Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Chihuahua or Dachshund or Maltipoo?
Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo energy level comparison: | Chihuahua dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. | Dachshund 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. |
---|---|---|---|
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Chihuahua or Dachshund or Maltipoo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Chihuahua dogs exercise need is very minimal. | Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need. | Maltipoo dogs have an average exercise need. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Chihuahua or Dachshund or Maltipoo? | Chihuahua dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Dachshund 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. |
Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Chihuahua or Dachshund or Maltipoo? | Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cups of high-quality dry food a day. | 1 to 1.5 cups 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. |
---|---|---|---|
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo weight gain potential comparison: | Average: The Chihuahua has an average risk for obesity. | High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. | Low to Average: The Maltipoo has a low to the average risk for obesity. |
Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo coat comparison: | Fine | Fine |
Fluffy Soft Wavy Woolly |
---|---|---|---|
Colors
What are the original Chihuahua, Dachshund and Maltipoo color? |
Black Tan Red Cream Fawn Chocolate |
Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown |
Black Cream White Grey Gold Apricot Almost all colors |
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Chihuahua or Dachshund or Maltipoo? Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo grooming comparison: | Effortless: The Chihuahua requires minimal grooming. | Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Average: The Maltipoo requires average grooming effort. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Chihuahua or Dachshund or Maltipoo? Chihuahua or Dachshund or {name3 shedding: | Chihuahua dogs shed none to minimal. | Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal. | Maltipoo dogs shed none to minimal. |
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Chihuahua or Dachshund or Maltipoo? | 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. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. |
Hypoallergenic
Chihuahua vs Dachshund 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, Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo? | High 🔼 The Chihuahua has a high chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Dachshund 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 Chihuahua is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Maltipoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo Good With Comparison
Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Chihuahua dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets. | Maltipoo dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. |
---|---|---|---|
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Chihuahua or Dachshund or Maltipoo? Which dog is more friendly? | Chihuahua dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Dachshund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Maltipoo dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. |
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Chihuahua or Dachshund or Maltipoo? | Chihuahua dogs are not kid-friendly dogs. | Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs. | Maltipoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Chihuahua or Dachshund or Maltipoo? | Chihuahua dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Maltipoo dogs are cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Chihuahua or Dachshund or Maltipoo? | Chihuahua dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. | Maltipoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo? |
Yes Chihuahua dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Dachshund 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 Chihuahua is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Dachshund 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? | Chihuahuas are not recommended for elderly people. | Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people. | Maltipoos are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Chihuahua vs Dachshund 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. |
---|---|---|---|
Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Chihuahua or Dachshund or Maltipoo? Which is better for autism? | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect 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. | Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. | 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: Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo? | Not really Chihuahua breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Dachshund 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. |
Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo 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. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Litter Size
How many puppies can Chihuahua and Dachshund and Maltipoo have? | 2-4 puppies | 4-8 puppies | 4-6 puppies |
Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo Recognition Comparison
AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Toy breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. |
---|---|---|---|
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI? | Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Chihuahueno section. | Recognized by FCI in the Dachshunds group, in the section. | Not recognized by FCI. |
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds? |
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 Canadian Canine Registry |
Continental Kennel Club American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club National Maltipoo Club Maltipoo Club of America |
Popular Dog Compares
Sharing is caring.
Help our free service by spreading information about dog breeds.
Link to this: Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo Comparison - Dog breed selector: Csivava or Bassotto or Maltapoo? Find the right dog for you
<a href="https://dogell.com/en/compare-dog-breeds/chihuahua-vs-dachshund-vs-maltipoo">Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo Comparison - Dog breed selector: Csivava or Bassotto or Maltapoo? Find the right dog for you</a>
Help our free service by spreading information about dog breeds.
Link to this: Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo Comparison - Dog breed selector: Csivava or Bassotto or Maltapoo? Find the right dog for you
<a href="https://dogell.com/en/compare-dog-breeds/chihuahua-vs-dachshund-vs-maltipoo">Chihuahua vs Dachshund vs Maltipoo Comparison - Dog breed selector: Csivava or Bassotto or Maltapoo? Find the right dog for you</a>