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Name	Jack Russell Terrier	Maltese	Silky Terrier
Origins	England	Italy	Australia
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Jack Russell Terrier	Maltese lion dog Maltese Dog	Australian Silky Terrier Sydney Silky
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Jack Russell Terrier or Maltese or Silky Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Jack Russell Terrier or Maltese or Silky Terrier?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Jack Russell Terrier or Maltese or Maltese? Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier weight comparison:	11-18 pounds (5-8 kg)	6.5-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	8-11 pounds (4-5 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	14.5 pounds (6.5 kg)	6.7 pounds (3.5 kg)	9.5 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Jack Russell Terrier or Maltese or Silky Terrier? Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier height comparison:	8-15 inches (20-38 cm)	Male: 8-10 inches (21-25 cm), Female: 8-9 inches (20-23 cm)	9-10 inches (23-25 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	11.5 inches (29 cm)	Male: 9 inches (23 cm), Female: 8.5 inches (21.5 cm)	9.5 inches (24 cm)

Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Jack Russell Terrier or Maltese or Silky Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$700-$1000	$600-$800	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Jack Russell Terrier or Maltese or Silky Terrier?	Very frequent: The Jack Russell Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Maltese is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Silky Terrier is easier than average to get.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier intelligence:	Very smart: Jack Russell Terrier is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Silky Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier trainability comparison.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Maltese dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Jack Russell Terrier or Maltese or Silky Terrier?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Maltese dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Jack Russell Terrier or Maltese or Silky Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Maltese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Jack Russell Terrier or Maltese or Silky Terrier? Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Stubborn Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Cheerful	Active Playful Intelligent Responsive Docile Gentle Tempered Sweet Easygoing	Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Quick Joyful Inquisitive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier?	High: Jack Russell Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Maltese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Silky Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier social needs comparison:	Jack Russell Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Maltese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Jack Russell Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Maltese dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Maltese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Silky Terrier 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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Jack Russell Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Malteses, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Silky Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier?	A lot: Jack Russell Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Maltese is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Silky Terrier barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Jack Russell Terrier or Maltese or Silky Terrier?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Jack Russell Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Maltese breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Silky Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Jack Russell Terrier 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.	Average: Silky Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Jack Russell Terrier or Maltese or Silky Terrier?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Maltese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Silky Terrier 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.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Jack Russell Terrier or Maltese or Silky Terrier?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Jack Russell Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Maltese bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Silky Terrier bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Jack Russell Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Maltese has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Silky Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Jack Russell Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Maltese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier?	The Jack Russell Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Maltese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Silky Terrier 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: Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier health problems comparison:	Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Glaucoma Lens Luxation	Collapsed Trachea Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Portosystemic Liver Shunt Reverse Sneezing Hypoglycemia White Dog Shaker Syndrome	Collapsed Trachea Legg-perthes Disease Epilepsy Diabetes
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Jack Russell Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Maltese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Silky Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Jack Russell Terrier, Maltese and Silky Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Jack Russell Terrier: 14 years	14-18 years The average lifespan of Maltese: 16 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Silky Terrier: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Jack Russell Terrier or Maltese or Silky Terrier? Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier energy level comparison:	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Maltese dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Silky Terrier dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Jack Russell Terrier or Maltese or Silky Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.	Maltese dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Silky Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Jack Russell Terrier or Maltese or Silky Terrier?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Maltese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Silky Terrier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Jack Russell Terrier or Maltese or Silky Terrier?	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Jack Russell Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Maltese has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Silky Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier coat comparison:	Rough	Feathered	Silky Straight Glossy
Colors What are the original Jack Russell Terrier, Maltese and Silky Terrier color?	Black Tan White	White	Black Gray Tan Blue Cream Silver Fawn Tricolor Platinum
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Jack Russell Terrier or Maltese or Silky Terrier? Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Jack Russell Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Maltese requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Silky Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Jack Russell Terrier or Maltese or Silky Terrier? Jack Russell Terrier or Maltese or {name3 shedding:	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Maltese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Jack Russell Terrier or Maltese or Silky Terrier?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.
Hypoallergenic Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Jack Russell Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Maltese has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Silky Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Jack Russell Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Maltese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Silky Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Maltese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Silky Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Jack Russell Terrier or Maltese or Silky Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Maltese dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Silky Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Jack Russell Terrier or Maltese or Silky Terrier?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Maltese dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Silky Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Jack Russell Terrier or Maltese or Silky Terrier?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Maltese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Silky Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Jack Russell Terrier or Maltese or Silky Terrier?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Maltese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Silky Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier?	Yes Jack Russell Terrier 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 Silky Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Jack Russell Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Maltese is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Silky Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Jack Russell Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.	Malteses are usually recommended for elderly people.	Silky Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier 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. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Jack Russell Terrier or Maltese or Silky Terrier? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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: Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier?	Yes Jack Russell Terrier breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Maltese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Silky Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
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.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Jack Russell Terrier and Maltese and Silky Terrier have?	4-8 puppies	3-5 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Jack Russell Terrier vs Maltese vs Silky Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2012 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Toy Terriers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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 Irish Kennel Club Club Espanol De Terriers Jack Russell Terrier Club Of America	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 Club Espanol De Terriers

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