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Japanese Chin vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Goldendoodle Comparison - Dog breed selector: Japanese Spaniel or Maltapoo or Miniature Goldendoodle? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle breeds.
Japanese Spaniel
Chin
Maltapoo
Malt-A-Poo
Malte-Poo
Maltese-Poodle
MaltiPoodle
Malt-oodles
Moodle
mPoo
Multapoo
Multipoo
Multi-Poo
Maltepoo
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Cross Breed Cross Breed

Japanese Chin vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Goldendoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. Which breed is the largest?
Small Small
Medium
Large
Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle? Compare adult weight ranges.
4-15 pounds (2-7 kg) 5-20 pounds (2,5-9 kg) 20-75 pounds (9-34 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
9.5 pounds (4.5 kg) 12.5 pounds (5,5 kg) 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Japanese Chin or Maltipoo or Miniature Goldendoodle? Japanese Chin vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Goldendoodle height comparison:
7-11 inches (18-28 cm) 10-13 inches (25-33 cm) 16-22 inches (41-56 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
9 inches (23 cm) 11.5 inches (27 cm) 19 inches (48.5 cm)

Japanese Chin vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Goldendoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. Find price differences between these breeds.
$300-$500 $400-$2000 $1000-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Japanese Chin or Maltipoo or Miniature Goldendoodle?
Frequent: The Japanese Chin is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Maltipoo is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Miniature Goldendoodle is easier than average to get.

Japanese Chin vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Goldendoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. Which breed ranks highest?
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Smart: The Maltipoo dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: Miniature Goldendoodle is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. Which is easiest to train?
Japanese Chin dogs are quite easy to train.
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Maltipoo dogs are easy to train.
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Miniature Goldendoodle dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. Which breed is most alert?
Japanese Chin dogs are average watchdogs.
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Maltipoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Miniature Goldendoodle dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. Which breed is most protective?
Japanese Chin dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Maltipoo dogs are average defenders.
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Miniature Goldendoodle dogs are average defenders.
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Japanese Chin vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Goldendoodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal
Active
Funny
Intelligent
Affectionate
Obedient
Companionable
Active
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trainable
Faithful
Trustworthy
Instinctual
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Japanese Chin dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Japanese Chin vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Goldendoodle?
High: Japanese Chin dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Maltipoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Miniature Goldendoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Japanese Chin vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Goldendoodle social needs comparison:
Japanese Chin dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Maltipoo dogs are a social breed.
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Miniature Goldendoodle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Japanese Chin dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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The wanderlust potential of the Maltipoo is strong enough to escape from home.
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Miniature Goldendoodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Japanese Chin 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.
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Maltipoo dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Miniature Goldendoodle 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.
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Japanese Chin vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Goldendoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. Which breed is most vocal?
Low: The Japanese Chin barks none to minimal.
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A lot: Maltipoo is a particularly loud breed.
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Average: The Miniature Goldendoodle barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Japanese Chins, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Maltipoo is a playful breed.
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The Miniature Goldendoodle is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Chin breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Maltipoo breed.
Apartment-friendly dog the Miniature Goldendoodle breed.

Japanese Chin vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Goldendoodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. Which breed is most flexible?
Japanese Chin dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Maltipoo dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Miniature Goldendoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Japanese Chin or Maltipoo or Miniature Goldendoodle?
Japanese Chin 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.
Miniature Goldendoodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Japanese Chin vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Goldendoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Japanese Chin has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Maltipoo has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Miniature Goldendoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. Which uses mouth most during play?
Japanese Chin dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Maltipoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Miniature Goldendoodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Japanese Chin bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Maltipoo bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Miniature Goldendoodle bite force: Ordinary.

Japanese Chin vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Goldendoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. Which breed lives longest?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Japanese Chin: 11 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Maltipoo: 11 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Miniature Goldendoodle: 15 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. Which handles climate changes best?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. Which has fewer health issues?
The Japanese Chin 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.
Miniature Goldendoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Japanese Chin 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 Miniature Goldendoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Japanese Chin vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Goldendoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Japanese Chin vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Goldendoodle health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Heart Murmurs
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Eye Problems
Epilepsy
Entropion
Heart Disease
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Portosystemic Liver Shunt
White Dog Shaker Syndrome
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Addison's Disease
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis

Japanese Chin vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Goldendoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. Which breed is most active?
Japanese Chin dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Maltipoo dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Miniature Goldendoodle dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Japanese Chin vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Goldendoodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Japanese Chin or Maltipoo or Miniature Goldendoodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Japanese Chin dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Maltipoo dogs have an average exercise need.
Miniature Goldendoodle dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Japanese Chin or Maltipoo or Miniature Goldendoodle?
Japanese Chin dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Maltipoo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Miniature Goldendoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Japanese Chin vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Goldendoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Japanese Chin has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Maltipoo has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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High: The Miniature Goldendoodle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. Which needs most food?
1/4 to 1/2 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. 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Japanese Chin vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Goldendoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. What colors are available?
Black
White
Sable
Lemon
Black
Cream
White
Grey
Gold
Apricot
Almost all colors
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Brown
Fawn
Golden
Beige
Light
Apricot
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Japanese Chin requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Maltipoo requires average grooming effort.
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Advanced: The Miniature Goldendoodle requires a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. Which drools least?
The Japanese Chin is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Maltipoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Miniature Goldendoodle is an average drooler.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Japanese Chin has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Maltipoo has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Miniature Goldendoodle has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Feathered Fluffy
Soft
Wavy
Woolly
Dense
Curly
Silky
Wavy
Thick
Shiny
Straight
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. Which requires most frequent baths?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Japanese Chin or Maltipoo or Miniature Goldendoodle? Japanese Chin or Maltipoo or {name3 shedding:
Japanese Chin dogs shed moderately.
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Maltipoo dogs shed none to minimal.
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Miniature Goldendoodle dogs are low shedders.
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Japanese Chin vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Goldendoodle Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. Which is best with kids?
Japanese Chin dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Maltipoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Miniature Goldendoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Japanese Chin dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Maltipoo dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Miniature Goldendoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Japanese Chin or Maltipoo or Miniature Goldendoodle? Which dog is more friendly?
Japanese Chin dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Maltipoo dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Miniature Goldendoodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Japanese Chin or Maltipoo or Miniature Goldendoodle?
Japanese Chin dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Maltipoo dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Miniature Goldendoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Japanese Chin or Maltipoo or Miniature Goldendoodle?
Japanese Chin dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Maltipoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Miniature Goldendoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Japanese Chin vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Goldendoodle?
Yes
Japanese Chin 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
Miniature Goldendoodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Japanese Chin is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Maltipoo is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Miniature Goldendoodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Japanese Chins are not the best breed for elderly people.
Maltipoos are usually recommended for elderly people.
Miniature Goldendoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Japanese Chin vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Goldendoodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. Which is best for SAR work?

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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Japanese Chin breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Maltipoo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Miniature Goldendoodle breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. Which has most military use?

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.

Japanese Chin vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Goldendoodle Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. Which has most puppies?
1-3 puppies 4-6 puppies 5-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Japanese Chin vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Goldendoodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Japan Chin and Pekingese section. Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Japanese Chin, Maltipoo, and Miniature Goldendoodle. Which has most recognition?
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
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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