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Compare Lhasa Apso and Maltese. Which is better: Lhasa Apso or Maltese or Mudi?
Name | Lhasa Apso | Maltese | Mudi |
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Origins | Tibet | Italy | Hungary |
Group | Companion Dogs | Companion Dogs | Pastoral / Herding Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 77 | 33 | 486 |
Reviews | 4 | 3 | 2 |
User Ratings |
Other Names
What other names do they have? |
Lion Dog Lhasa |
Maltese lion dog Maltese Dog |
Canis Ovilis Fenyesi Hungarian Mudi |
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi breed type comparison: | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi Size and Weight Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Lhasa Apso or Maltese or Mudi? Which is the smallest dog, Lhasa Apso or Maltese or Mudi? | Small | Small | Medium |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Lhasa Apso or Maltese or Maltese? Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi weight comparison: | 13-15 pounds (5.9-6.8 kg) | 6.5-9 pounds (3-4 kg) | 18-29 pounds (8-13 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 14 pounds (5.9-6.8 kg) | 6.7 pounds (3.5 kg) | 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Lhasa Apso or Maltese or Mudi? Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi height comparison: | 10-11 inches (25-28 cm) | Male: 8-10 inches (21-25 cm), Female: 8-9 inches (20-23 cm) | 15-19 inches (38-48 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) | Male: 9 inches (23 cm), Female: 8.5 inches (21.5 cm) | 17 inches (43 cm) |
Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi Price and Availability Comparison
Price
Which is cheaper, Lhasa Apso or Maltese or Mudi? Which is more expensive? | $500-$700 | $600-$800 | $800-$1000 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Lhasa Apso or Maltese or Mudi? | Very frequent: The Lhasa Apso is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Maltese is quite easy to get. | Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows. |
Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi intelligence: | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. | Smart: The Mudi dogs have great intelligence. |
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Trainability
Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi trainability comparison. | Lhasa Apso dogs are quite easy to train. | Maltese dogs are quite easy to train. | Mudi dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Lhasa Apso or Maltese or Mudi? | Lhasa Apso dogs are average watchdogs. | Maltese dogs are average watchdogs. | Mudi dogs are average watchdogs. |
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Lhasa Apso or Maltese or Mudi?
Which dog is most likely to protect its owner?
Which is the best dog to use for protection? | Lhasa Apso dogs are average defenders. | Maltese dogs strongly protect their territory. | Mudi dogs are average defenders. |
Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi Personality and Temperament Comparison
Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Lhasa Apso or Maltese or Mudi? Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi behavior/temperament comparison: |
Playful Alert Intelligent Friendly Obedient Devoted Lively Steady Spirited Assertive |
Active Playful Intelligent Responsive Docile Gentle Tempered Sweet Easygoing |
Loving Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Lively Gentle Watchful Companionable Adaptable Guarding Keen to Work |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Sensitive: Lhasa Apso 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. | Mudi dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi? | High: Lhasa Apso 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: Mudi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi social needs comparison: | Lhasa Apso dogs need for social interaction is average. | Maltese dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Mudi dogs need for social interaction is average. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Lhasa Apso dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | Maltese dogs are not the biggest explorers. | Mudi dogs are not the biggest explorers. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Lhasa Apso dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. | Maltese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. | Their prey drive is low. |
Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Playfulness
Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi playfulness comparison: | Average: Lhasa Apsos, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Malteses, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Mudis, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi? | A lot: Lhasa Apso is a particularly loud breed. | A lot: Maltese is a particularly loud breed. | Average: The Mudi barks occasionally. |
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Lhasa Apso or Maltese or Mudi? | Very house-friendly dog the Lhasa Apso breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Maltese 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 Mudi indoors. |
Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog? | Lhasa Apso 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. | Mudi 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: Lhasa Apso or Maltese or Mudi? | 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. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. |
Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Lhasa Apso or Maltese or Mudi? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Lhasa Apso bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Maltese bite force: Weak. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Mudi bite force: Ordinary. |
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Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison: | Low 🔽 The Lhasa Apso has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Maltese has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Mudi has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi mouthiness comparison: | Lhasa Apso 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. | Mudi dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi Health and Lifespan Comparison
Health Issues
Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi health comparison. Which is the healthier: Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi? | Lhasa Apsos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. | The Maltese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | Mudis are commonly healthy dogs. |
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Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi health problems comparison: |
Patellar Luxation Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Sebaceous Adenitis Cherry Eye Familial Inherited Renal Dysplasia Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca |
Collapsed Trachea Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Portosystemic Liver Shunt Reverse Sneezing Hypoglycemia White Dog Shaker Syndrome |
Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia |
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Frequent The Lhasa Apso should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year. |
Average The Maltese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Rare The Mudi should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Life Expectancy
Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi lifespan comparison. How long do Lhasa Apso, Maltese and Mudi breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Lhasa Apso: 13 years |
14-18 years The average lifespan of Maltese: 16 years |
13-15 years The average lifespan of Mudi: 14 years |
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi? | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. |
Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Lhasa Apso or Maltese or Mudi?
Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi energy level comparison: | Lhasa Apso dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Maltese dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. | Mudi 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
Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Lhasa Apso or Maltese or Mudi? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Lhasa Apso dogs exercise need is minimal. | Maltese dogs exercise need is very minimal. | Mudi dogs need quite a lot of exercise. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Lhasa Apso or Maltese or Mudi? | Lhasa Apso dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Maltese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Mudi dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. |
Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Lhasa Apso or Maltese or Mudi? | 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 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? Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi weight gain potential comparison: | Average: The Lhasa Apso has an average risk for obesity. | Average: The Maltese has an average risk for obesity. | Average: The Mudi has an average risk for obesity. |
Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi coat comparison: | Dense | Feathered |
Dense Curly Wavy Shiny Short |
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Colors
What are the original Lhasa Apso, Maltese and Mudi color? |
Black Red White Brown Yellow | White |
Black Gray White Brown Fawn Blue-Grey Black Merle Ash coloured (blue grey) |
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Lhasa Apso or Maltese or Mudi? Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi grooming comparison: | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. | Average: The Maltese requires average grooming effort. | Average: The Mudi requires average grooming effort. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Lhasa Apso or Maltese or Mudi? Lhasa Apso or Maltese or {name3 shedding: | Lhasa Apso dogs shed above average. | Maltese dogs shed none to minimal. | Mudi dogs shed moderately. |
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Lhasa Apso or Maltese or Mudi? | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 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
Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi 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, Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi? | Medium ⏺ The Lhasa Apso has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Maltese has an average chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Mudi has a low chance of bad smell. |
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? | The Lhasa Apso is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Maltese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Mudi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi Good With Comparison
Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Lhasa Apso dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Maltese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Mudi dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. |
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Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Lhasa Apso or Maltese or Mudi? Which dog is more friendly? | Lhasa Apso dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Maltese dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. | Mudi dogs are average friendly towards strangers. |
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Lhasa Apso or Maltese or Mudi? | Lhasa Apso dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Maltese dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Mudi dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Lhasa Apso or Maltese or Mudi? | Lhasa Apso dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Maltese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Mudi dogs are cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Lhasa Apso or Maltese or Mudi? | Lhasa Apso dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Maltese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Mudi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi? |
Yes Lhasa Apso 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 Mudi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Lhasa Apso is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Maltese is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Yes Mudi is one of the best dog breeds for office environment |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Lhasa Apsos are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Malteses are usually recommended for elderly people. | Mudis are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi 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: Lhasa Apso or Maltese or Mudi? Which is better for autism? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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. | Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog. |
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi? | Not really Lhasa Apso breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Maltese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Mudi 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. |
Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi 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 Lhasa Apso and Maltese and Mudi have? | 4-6 puppies | 3-5 puppies | 5-8 puppies |
Lhasa Apso vs Maltese vs Mudi Recognition Comparison
AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 as a Non-Sporting breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous 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 Tibetan breeds section. | Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section. | Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs 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 Canadian Canine Registry |
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 | No data available |
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