Mal-Shi vs Havanese Comparison – Which dog is better Malti Zu or Bichon Habanero?

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Name	Mal-Shi	Havanese
Origins	United States Canada	Cuba
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Mal-Shi and Havanese. What other names are these breeds known by?	Malti Zu Malt-Tzu Malshi	Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Mal-Shi and a Havanese. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Cross Breed	Purebred

Mal-Shi vs Havanese Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Mal-Shi or a Havanese? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Small	Small
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Mal-Shi and a Havanese. Which breed is heavier?	5-15 pounds (2.3-6.8 kg)	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	10 pounds (2.3-6.8 kg)	10 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Mal-Shi or Havanese? Is a Mal-Shi taller than a Havanese?	10-20 inces (25-51 cm)	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10-20 inces (38 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)

Mal-Shi vs Havanese Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Mal-Shi and a Havanese. Which breed costs more?	$800-$1000	$900-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Mal-Shi or Havanese?	Average: The Mal-Shi is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.

Mal-Shi vs Havanese Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Mal-Shi or a Havanese? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Mal-Shi or a Havanese? Compare training requirements.	Mal-Shi dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Havanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Mal-Shi or a Havanese? Compare alertness levels.	Mal-Shi dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Mal-Shi or a Havanese? Compare territorial behaviors.	Mal-Shi dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Mal-Shi vs Havanese Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Mal-Shi and a Havanese. How do their temperaments differ?	Playful Loving Independent Alert Intelligent Affectionate Going Social Quiet	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Mal-Shi vs Havanese?	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: Mal-Shi vs Havanese?	High: Mal-Shi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Mal-Shi vs Havanese social needs comparison:	Mal-Shi dogs are a social breed. See more.	Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Mal-Shi vs Havanese?	Mal-Shi dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Havanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Mal-Shi vs Havanese? Which can be better for hunting?	Mal-Shi 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.	Havanese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Mal-Shi vs Havanese Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Mal-Shi or a Havanese? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The Mal-Shi barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Mal-Shi or a Havanese? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Mal-Shis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Havanese is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Mal-Shi or a Havanese? 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 Mal-Shi indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Mal-Shi vs Havanese Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Mal-Shi or a Havanese? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Mal-Shi dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Havanese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Mal-Shi or Havanese?	Mal-Shi 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.	Havanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Mal-Shi vs Havanese Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Mal-Shi vs Havanese Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Mal-Shi or a Havanese? Compare average lifespans.	11-15 years The average lifespan of Mal-Shi: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Mal-Shi or a Havanese? 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Mal-Shi and a Havanese. Which breed is healthier?	The Mal-Shi is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Havanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Mal-Shi vs Havanese?	Average The Mal-Shi should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Havanese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Mal-Shi vs Havanese? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Mal-Shi vs Havanese health problems comparison:	No data available	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt

Mal-Shi vs Havanese Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Mal-Shi or a Havanese? Compare activity levels.	Mal-Shi dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Havanese 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 Mal-Shi vs Havanese exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Mal-Shi or Havanese? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Mal-Shi dogs have an average exercise need.	Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Mal-Shi or Havanese?	Mal-Shi dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Havanese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
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Mal-Shi vs Havanese Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Mal-Shi or a Havanese? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Mal-Shi's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Mal-Shi or a Havanese? Compare daily food needs.	1/4 to 1 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

Mal-Shi vs Havanese Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Mal-Shi or a Havanese? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Mal-Shi and Havanese? Compare breed colors.	Black Gray White Brown Yellow	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Mal-Shi or a Havanese? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Mal-Shi requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Mal-Shi or a Havanese? Compare drooling amounts.	The Mal-Shi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Mal-Shi or a Havanese? Compare natural smell levels.	Low 🔽 The Mal-Shi has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Mal-Shi and a Havanese? Compare fur types.	Silky Soft Wavy Double	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Mal-Shi or a Havanese? 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 Mal-Shi or Havanese? Do Mal-Shi dogs shed more than Havanese dogs?	Mal-Shi dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Mal-Shi vs Havanese Good With Comparison

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

Mal-Shi vs Havanese As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Mal-Shi or a Havanese? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Mal-Shi or a Havanese? Compare therapy capabilities.	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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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Mal-Shi or a Havanese? 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 Mal-Shi or a Havanese? 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 Mal-Shi or a Havanese? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Mal-Shi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Havanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Mal-Shi or a Havanese? 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 Mal-Shi and Havanese. 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.

Mal-Shi vs Havanese Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Mal-Shi and Havanese. Which has larger litters?	4-8 puppies	1-9 puppies, average 4
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Mal-Shi and Havanese breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Mal-Shi and Havanese. 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.

Mal-Shi vs Havanese Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Mal-Shi and Havanese. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Mal-Shi and Havanese. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Mal-Shi and Havanese. Which is more widely recognized?	No data available	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

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