Labradoodle vs Maltipoo Comparison – Which dog is better Labradoodle or Maltapoo?

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Name	Labradoodle	Maltipoo
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Labradoodle and Maltipoo. What other names are these breeds known by?	No data available	Maltapoo Malt-A-Poo Malte-Poo Maltese-Poodle MaltiPoodle Malt-oodles Moodle mPoo Multapoo Multipoo Multi-Poo Maltepoo
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Labradoodle and a Maltipoo. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Cross Breed	Cross Breed

Labradoodle vs Maltipoo Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Labradoodle or a Maltipoo? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Small Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Labradoodle and a Maltipoo. Which breed is heavier?	50-64 pounds (22-34 kg)	5-20 pounds (2,5-9 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	57.5 pounds (26 kg)	12.5 pounds (5,5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Labradoodle or Maltipoo? Is a Labradoodle taller than a Maltipoo?	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)	10-13 inches (25-33 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	11.5 inches (27 cm)

Labradoodle vs Maltipoo Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Labradoodle and a Maltipoo. Which breed costs more?	$1000-$2000	$400-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Labradoodle or Maltipoo?	Frequent: The Labradoodle is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Maltipoo is easier than average to get.

Labradoodle vs Maltipoo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Labradoodle or a Maltipoo? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Smart: The Labradoodle dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Maltipoo dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Labradoodle or a Maltipoo? Compare training requirements.	Labradoodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Maltipoo dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Labradoodle or a Maltipoo? Compare alertness levels.	Labradoodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Maltipoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Labradoodle or a Maltipoo? Compare territorial behaviors.	Labradoodle dogs are average defenders. See more.	Maltipoo dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Labradoodle vs Maltipoo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Labradoodle and a Maltipoo. How do their temperaments differ?	Alert Intelligent Affectionate	Active Funny Intelligent Affectionate Obedient Companionable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Labradoodle vs Maltipoo?	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: Labradoodle vs Maltipoo?	High: Labradoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Maltipoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Labradoodle vs Maltipoo social needs comparison:	Labradoodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Maltipoo dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Labradoodle vs Maltipoo?	Labradoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Maltipoo is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Labradoodle vs Maltipoo? Which can be better for hunting?	Labradoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Maltipoo dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Labradoodle vs Maltipoo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Labradoodle or a Maltipoo? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The Labradoodle barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Maltipoo is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Labradoodle or a Maltipoo? Compare play drive and energy.	The Labradoodle is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Maltipoo is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Labradoodle or a Maltipoo? Compare living space needs.	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 Labradoodle indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Maltipoo breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Labradoodle vs Maltipoo Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Labradoodle or a Maltipoo? Compare adaptability levels.	Labradoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Maltipoo dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Labradoodle or Maltipoo?	Labradoodle 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.

Labradoodle vs Maltipoo Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Labradoodle or a Maltipoo? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Labradoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Maltipoo has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Labradoodle or a Maltipoo? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Labradoodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Maltipoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Labradoodle or a Maltipoo? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labradoodle bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Maltipoo bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Labradoodle vs Maltipoo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Labradoodle or a Maltipoo? Compare average lifespans.	12-14 years The average lifespan of Labradoodle: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Maltipoo: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Labradoodle or a Maltipoo? Compare climate tolerances.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Labradoodle and a Maltipoo. Which breed is healthier?	Labradoodles are commonly healthy dogs.	Maltipoos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Labradoodle vs Maltipoo?	Rare The Labradoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Maltipoo should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Labradoodle vs Maltipoo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labradoodle vs Maltipoo health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Canine Diabetes Mellitus	Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Portosystemic Liver Shunt White Dog Shaker Syndrome

Labradoodle vs Maltipoo Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Labradoodle or a Maltipoo? Compare activity levels.	Labradoodle dogs are high-energy 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.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Labradoodle vs Maltipoo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Labradoodle or Maltipoo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Labradoodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Maltipoo dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Labradoodle or Maltipoo?	Labradoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Maltipoo 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

Labradoodle vs Maltipoo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Labradoodle or a Maltipoo? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Labradoodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Maltipoo has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Labradoodle or a Maltipoo? Compare daily food needs.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Labradoodle vs Maltipoo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Labradoodle or a Maltipoo? Compare allergy friendliness.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Labradoodle and Maltipoo? Compare breed colors.	Black Blue Cream Silver Chocolate Gold Apricot Caramel Chalky white Café Parchment They can also have parti-colored coats, which consist of brindles, phantom, patched, or sable colors.	Black Cream White Grey Gold Apricot Almost all colors
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Labradoodle or a Maltipoo? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Labradoodle requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Maltipoo requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Labradoodle or a Maltipoo? Compare drooling amounts.	The Labradoodle is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Maltipoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Labradoodle or a Maltipoo? Compare natural smell levels.	Low 🔽 The Labradoodle has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Maltipoo has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Labradoodle and a Maltipoo? Compare fur types.	Fine Variety of coat types	Fluffy Soft Wavy Woolly
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Labradoodle or a Maltipoo? Compare bathing frequencies.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Labradoodle or Maltipoo? Do Labradoodle dogs shed more than Maltipoo dogs?	Labradoodle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Maltipoo dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Labradoodle vs Maltipoo Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Labradoodle or a Maltipoo? Compare kid-friendliness.	Labradoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Maltipoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Labradoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Maltipoo dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Labradoodle or Maltipoo? Which dog is more friendly?	Labradoodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Maltipoo dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Labradoodle or Maltipoo?	Labradoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Maltipoo dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Labradoodle or Maltipoo? Can a Labradoodle and a Maltipoo be friends? Do Labradoodle dogs get along with Maltipoo dogs?	Labradoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Maltipoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Labradoodle vs Maltipoo?	Yes Labradoodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Maltipoo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Labradoodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Maltipoo is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Labradoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Maltipoos are usually recommended for elderly people.

Labradoodle vs Maltipoo As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Labradoodle or a Maltipoo? Compare service capabilities.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Labradoodle or a Maltipoo? Compare therapy capabilities.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Labradoodle or a Maltipoo? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Labradoodle or a Maltipoo? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Labradoodle or a Maltipoo? Compare maritime abilities.	Yes Labradoodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Maltipoo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Labradoodle or a Maltipoo? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Labradoodle and Maltipoo. Which has stronger military background?	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.

Labradoodle vs Maltipoo Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Labradoodle and Maltipoo. Which has larger litters?	4-10 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Labradoodle and Maltipoo breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Labradoodle and Maltipoo. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Labradoodle vs Maltipoo Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Labradoodle and Maltipoo. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Labradoodle and Maltipoo. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Labradoodle and Maltipoo. Which is more widely recognized?	Australian Labradoodle Association International Australian Labradoodle Association	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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