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Compare Chihuahua and Maltese. Which is better: Chihuahua or Maltese or Dachshund?
Name | Chihuahua | Maltese | Dachshund |
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Origins | Mexico | Italy | Germany |
Group | Companion Dogs | Companion Dogs | Hunting Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 32 | 33 | 13 |
Reviews | 16 | 3 | 7 |
User Ratings |
Other Names
What other names do they have? |
Csivava Chihuahueño |
Maltese lion dog Maltese Dog |
Bassotto Sausage Dog Tekkel Tekkel Doxie Weenie Dog Worshond Teckel |
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Chihuahua vs Maltese vs Dachshund breed type comparison: | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Chihuahua vs Maltese vs Dachshund Size and Weight Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Chihuahua or Maltese or Dachshund? Which is the smallest dog, Chihuahua or Maltese or Dachshund? | Small | Small | Small |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Chihuahua or Maltese or Maltese? Chihuahua vs Maltese vs Dachshund weight comparison: | 2-6 pounds (1-3 kg) | 6.5-9 pounds (3-4 kg) | Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 4 pounds (2 kg) | 6.7 pounds (3.5 kg) | Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Chihuahua or Maltese or Dachshund? Chihuahua vs Maltese vs Dachshund height comparison: | 6-9 inches (15-23 cm) | Male: 8-10 inches (21-25 cm), Female: 8-9 inches (20-23 cm) | Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | 7.5 inches (19 cm) | Male: 9 inches (23 cm), Female: 8.5 inches (21.5 cm) | Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm) |
Chihuahua vs Maltese vs Dachshund Price and Availability Comparison
Price
Which is cheaper, Chihuahua or Maltese or Dachshund? Which is more expensive? | $600-$800 | $600-$800 | $500-$700 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Chihuahua or Maltese or Dachshund? | Very frequent: The Chihuahua is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Maltese is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get. |
Chihuahua vs Maltese vs Dachshund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Chihuahua vs Maltese vs Dachshund intelligence: | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. | 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. |
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Trainability
Chihuahua vs Maltese vs Dachshund trainability comparison. | Chihuahua dogs are quite easy to train. | Maltese dogs are quite easy to train. | Dachshund dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Chihuahua or Maltese or Dachshund? | Chihuahua dogs are average watchdogs. | Maltese dogs are average watchdogs. | Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs. |
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Chihuahua or Maltese or Dachshund?
Which dog is most likely to protect its owner?
Which is the best dog to use for protection? | Chihuahua dogs strongly protect their territory. | Maltese dogs strongly protect their territory. | Dachshund dogs are average defenders. |
Chihuahua vs Maltese vs Dachshund Personality and Temperament Comparison
Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Chihuahua or Maltese or Dachshund? Chihuahua vs Maltese vs Dachshund behavior/temperament comparison: |
Alert Courageous Intelligent Quick Devoted Lively |
Active Playful Intelligent Responsive Docile Gentle Tempered Sweet Easygoing |
Playful Stubborn Courageous Devoted Lively Clever |
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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 Maltese vs Dachshund? | High: Chihuahua dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Maltese 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. |
Social Needs
Chihuahua vs Maltese vs Dachshund social needs comparison: | Chihuahua dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Maltese dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Dachshund 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. | Maltese dogs are not the biggest explorers. | Dachshund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. |
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. | Maltese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. | Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. |
Chihuahua vs Maltese vs Dachshund Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Playfulness
Chihuahua vs Maltese vs Dachshund playfulness comparison: | Average: Chihuahuas, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Malteses, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Chihuahua vs Maltese vs Dachshund? | A lot: Chihuahua is a particularly loud breed. | A lot: Maltese is a particularly loud breed. | A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed. |
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Chihuahua or Maltese or Dachshund? | Very house-friendly dog the Chihuahua breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Maltese breed. | Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed. |
Chihuahua vs Maltese vs Dachshund 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. | Maltese 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. |
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Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Chihuahua or Maltese or Dachshund? | Chihuahua 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. | 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. |
Chihuahua vs Maltese vs Dachshund Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Chihuahua or Maltese or Dachshund? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Chihuahua bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Maltese bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Dachshund bite force: Weak. |
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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 Maltese has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Chihuahua vs Maltese vs Dachshund mouthiness comparison: | Chihuahua dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Maltese 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. |
Chihuahua vs Maltese vs Dachshund Health and Lifespan Comparison
Health Issues
Chihuahua vs Maltese vs Dachshund health comparison. Which is the healthier: Chihuahua vs Maltese vs Dachshund? | Chihuahuas are commonly healthy dogs. | The Maltese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Dachshund 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: Chihuahua vs Maltese vs Dachshund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Chihuahua vs Maltese vs Dachshund health problems comparison: |
Collapsed Trachea Heart Murmurs Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Pulmonic Stenosis Hydrocephalus Hypoglycemia Shivering |
Collapsed Trachea Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Portosystemic Liver Shunt Reverse Sneezing Hypoglycemia White Dog Shaker Syndrome |
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 |
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 Maltese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Life Expectancy
Chihuahua vs Maltese vs Dachshund lifespan comparison. How long do Chihuahua, Maltese and Dachshund breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? |
14-18 years The average lifespan of Chihuahua: 16 years |
14-18 years The average lifespan of Maltese: 16 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years |
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Chihuahua vs Maltese vs Dachshund? | 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 warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. |
Chihuahua vs Maltese vs Dachshund Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Chihuahua or Maltese or Dachshund?
Chihuahua vs Maltese vs Dachshund 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. | Maltese 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. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Chihuahua vs Maltese vs Dachshund exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Chihuahua or Maltese or Dachshund? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Chihuahua dogs exercise need is very minimal. | Maltese dogs exercise need is very minimal. | Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Chihuahua or Maltese or Dachshund? | Chihuahua dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Maltese 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. |
Chihuahua vs Maltese vs Dachshund Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Chihuahua or Maltese or Dachshund? | Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cups of high-quality dry food a day. | Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 1 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? Chihuahua vs Maltese vs Dachshund weight gain potential comparison: | Average: The Chihuahua has an average risk for obesity. | Average: The Maltese has an average risk for obesity. | High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. |
Chihuahua vs Maltese vs Dachshund Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Chihuahua vs Maltese vs Dachshund coat comparison: | Fine | Feathered | Fine |
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Colors
What are the original Chihuahua, Maltese and Dachshund color? |
Black Tan Red Cream Fawn Chocolate | White |
Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown |
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Chihuahua or Maltese or Dachshund? Chihuahua vs Maltese vs Dachshund grooming comparison: | Effortless: The Chihuahua requires minimal grooming. | Average: The Maltese requires average grooming effort. | Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Chihuahua or Maltese or Dachshund? Chihuahua or Maltese or {name3 shedding: | Chihuahua dogs shed none to minimal. | Maltese dogs shed none to minimal. | Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal. |
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Chihuahua or Maltese or Dachshund? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 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. |
Hypoallergenic
Chihuahua vs Maltese vs Dachshund hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not? | No See more. | Yes See more. | No See more. |
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Chihuahua vs Maltese vs Dachshund? | High 🔼 The Chihuahua has a high chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Maltese has an average chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Dachshund 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 Maltese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Chihuahua vs Maltese vs Dachshund Good With Comparison
Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Chihuahua dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Maltese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets. |
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Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Chihuahua or Maltese or Dachshund? Which dog is more friendly? | Chihuahua dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Maltese dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. | Dachshund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. |
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Chihuahua or Maltese or Dachshund? | Chihuahua dogs are not kid-friendly dogs. | Maltese dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Chihuahua or Maltese or Dachshund? | Chihuahua dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Maltese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Chihuahua or Maltese or Dachshund? | Chihuahua dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Maltese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Chihuahua vs Maltese vs Dachshund? |
Yes Chihuahua 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. |
Yes Dachshund 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 Maltese is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Dachshund 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. | Malteses are usually recommended for elderly people. | Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people. |
Chihuahua vs Maltese vs Dachshund 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. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Chihuahua or Maltese or Dachshund? Which is better for autism? | Yes This breed makes a perfect 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. | Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. |
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 Maltese vs Dachshund? | Not really Chihuahua breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Maltese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Dachshund 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 Maltese vs Dachshund 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 Chihuahua and Maltese and Dachshund have? | 2-4 puppies | 3-5 puppies | 4-8 puppies |
Chihuahua vs Maltese vs Dachshund 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 1888 as a Toy breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. |
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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 Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section. | Recognized by FCI in the Dachshunds group, in the section. |
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 |
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 |
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