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Compare Havanese and Maltipoo. Which is better: Havanese or Maltipoo or Westiepoo?
Name | Havanese | Maltipoo | Westiepoo |
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Origins | Cuba | Germany France Italy | United States |
Group | Companion Dogs | Designer Dogs | Designer Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 23 | 558 | 577 |
Reviews | 7 | 4 | 3 |
User Ratings |
Other Names
What other names do they have? |
Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese |
Maltapoo Malt-A-Poo Malte-Poo Maltese-Poodle MaltiPoodle Malt-oodles Moodle mPoo Multapoo Multipoo Multi-Poo Maltepoo |
Wee Po Wee-Poo Wee-Poos Westidoodle Westiedoodle Westiedoodles Westie-Poo Westipoo Westi-poo |
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo breed type comparison: | Purebred | Cross Breed | Cross Breed |
Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo Size and Weight Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Havanese or Maltipoo or Westiepoo? Which is the smallest dog, Havanese or Maltipoo or Westiepoo? | Small | Small Medium | Medium |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Havanese or Maltipoo or Maltipoo? Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo weight comparison: | 7-13 pounds (3-6 kg) | 5-20 pounds (2,5-9 kg) | 20-30 pounds (9-14 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 10 pounds (4.5 kg) | 12.5 pounds (5,5 kg) | 25 pounds (11.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Havanese or Maltipoo or Westiepoo? Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo height comparison: | 8-11 inches (21-29 cm) | 10-13 inches (25-33 cm) | 11-16 inches (28-40 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | 10 inches (25 cm) | 11.5 inches (27 cm) | 13.5 inches (34 cm) |
Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo Price and Availability Comparison
Price
Which is cheaper, Havanese or Maltipoo or Westiepoo? Which is more expensive? | $900-$1200 | $400-$2000 | $400-$600 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Havanese or Maltipoo or Westiepoo? | Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get. | Frequent: The Maltipoo is easier than average to get. | Average: The Westiepoo is a commonly available dog breed. |
Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo intelligence: | 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. | Smart: The Westiepoo dogs have great intelligence. |
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Trainability
Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo trainability comparison. | Havanese dogs are very easy to train. | Maltipoo dogs are easy to train. | Westiepoo dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Havanese or Maltipoo or Westiepoo? | Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. | Maltipoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Westiepoo dogs are average watchdogs. |
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Havanese or Maltipoo or Westiepoo?
Which dog is most likely to protect its owner?
Which is the best dog to use for protection? | Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. | Maltipoo dogs are average defenders. | Westiepoo dogs are average defenders. |
Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo Personality and Temperament Comparison
Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Havanese or Maltipoo or Westiepoo? Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo behavior/temperament comparison: |
Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming |
Active Funny Intelligent Affectionate Obedient Companionable |
Active Playful Stubborn Affectionate Clever |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | 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: Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo? | High: Havanese 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. | Average to High: Westiepoo dogs are highly affectionate dogs. |
Social Needs
Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo social needs comparison: | Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Maltipoo dogs are a social breed. | Westiepoo dogs need a lot of social interaction. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Havanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | The wanderlust potential of the Maltipoo is strong enough to escape from home. | Westiepoo dogs have average wanderlust potential. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Havanese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. | Maltipoo dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. | Westiepoo dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. |
Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Playfulness
Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo playfulness comparison: | The Havanese is a highly playful breed. | The Maltipoo is a playful breed. | The Westiepoo is a highly playful breed. |
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo? | Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. | A lot: Maltipoo is a particularly loud breed. | Average: The Westiepoo barks occasionally. |
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Havanese or Maltipoo or Westiepoo? | Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Maltipoo 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 Westiepoo indoors. |
Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog? | Havanese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Maltipoo dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. | Average: Westiepoo dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. |
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Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Havanese or Maltipoo or Westiepoo? | Havanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | 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. | Westiepoo dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. |
Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Havanese or Maltipoo or Westiepoo? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Havanese bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Maltipoo bite force: Weak. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Westiepoo bite force: Ordinary. |
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Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison: | Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Maltipoo has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Westiepoo has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo mouthiness comparison: | Havanese 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. | Westiepoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo Health and Lifespan Comparison
Health Issues
Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo health comparison. Which is the healthier: Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo? | The Havanese 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. | Westiepoos are commonly healthy dogs. |
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Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo health problems comparison: |
Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt |
Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Portosystemic Liver Shunt White Dog Shaker Syndrome | Hip Dysplasia Epilepsy Atrophy Tooth Loss |
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Havanese 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. |
Rare The Westiepoo should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Life Expectancy
Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo lifespan comparison. How long do Havanese, Maltipoo and Westiepoo breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? |
14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years |
9-13 years The average lifespan of Maltipoo: 11 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Westiepoo: 13 years |
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo? | 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. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. |
Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Havanese or Maltipoo or Westiepoo?
Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo energy level comparison: | Havanese 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. | Westiepoo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Havanese or Maltipoo or Westiepoo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal. | Maltipoo dogs have an average exercise need. | Westiepoo dogs need quite a lot of exercise. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Havanese or Maltipoo or Westiepoo? | Havanese 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. | Westiepoo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. |
Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Havanese or Maltipoo or Westiepoo? | 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. | 0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 2 to 2.5 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? Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo weight gain potential comparison: | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Low to Average: The Maltipoo has a low to the average risk for obesity. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Westiepoo's weight, he can easily gain weight. |
Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo coat comparison: |
Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long |
Fluffy Soft Wavy Woolly |
Dense Wavy Medium |
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Colors
What are the original Havanese, Maltipoo and Westiepoo color? |
Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco |
Black Cream White Grey Gold Apricot Almost all colors |
Black Tan Cream White |
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Havanese or Maltipoo or Westiepoo? Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo grooming comparison: | Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. | Average: The Maltipoo requires average grooming effort. | Effortless: The Westiepoo requires minimal grooming. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Havanese or Maltipoo or Westiepoo? Havanese or Maltipoo or {name3 shedding: | Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. | Maltipoo dogs shed none to minimal. | Westiepoo dogs shed none to minimal. |
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Havanese or Maltipoo or Westiepoo? | 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. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. |
Hypoallergenic
Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not? | Yes See more. | Yes See more. | No See more. |
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo? | Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Maltipoo has a low chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Westiepoo has a low chance of bad smell. |
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? | The Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Maltipoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Westiepoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo Good With Comparison
Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Maltipoo dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. | Westiepoo dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets. |
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Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Havanese or Maltipoo or Westiepoo? Which dog is more friendly? | Havanese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. | Maltipoo dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. | Westiepoo dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. |
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Havanese or Maltipoo or Westiepoo? | Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Maltipoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Westiepoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Havanese or Maltipoo or Westiepoo? | Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Maltipoo dogs are cat-friendly dogs. | Westiepoo dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Havanese or Maltipoo or Westiepoo? | Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Maltipoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Westiepoo dogs are dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo? |
Yes Havanese 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. |
Yes Westiepoo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Havanese is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Maltipoo is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Westiepoo is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Havaneses are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Maltipoos are usually recommended for elderly people. | Westiepoos are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo 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. | Yes This breed makes good 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: Havanese or Maltipoo or Westiepoo? Which is better for autism? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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: Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo? | Not really Havanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Maltipoo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Westiepoo 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. |
Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo 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 Havanese and Maltipoo and Westiepoo have? | 1-9 puppies, average 4 | 4-6 puppies | 3-6 puppies |
Havanese vs Maltipoo vs Westiepoo Recognition Comparison
AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed. | 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? | Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section. | Not recognized by FCI. | 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 United Kennel Club Havanese Club of America |
Continental Kennel Club American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club National Maltipoo Club Maltipoo Club of America |
Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry |
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