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Compare Mal-Shi and Maltese. Which is better: Mal-Shi or Maltese or Miniature Golden Retriever?
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| Name | Mal-Shi | Maltese | Miniature Golden Retriever |
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| Origins |  United States  Canada |  Italy |  England Scotland |
| Group | Companion Dogs | Companion Dogs | Designer Dogs |
| Popularity Rank | 222 | 33 | 1684 |
| Reviews | 2 | 3 | 0 |
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| Other Names
What other names do they have? |
Malti Zu Malt-Tzu Malshi |
Maltese lion dog Maltese Dog | No data available |
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| Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever breed type comparison: | Cross Breed | Purebred | Cross Breed |
Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever Size and Weight Comparison
| Size
Which is bigger, Mal-Shi or Maltese or Miniature Golden Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Mal-Shi or Maltese or Miniature Golden Retriever? | Small | Small | Large Medium |
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| Weight
Which is heavier, Mal-Shi or Maltese or Maltese? Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever weight comparison: | 5-15 pounds (2.3-6.8 kg) | 6.5-9 pounds (3-4 kg) | 40-60 pounds (18-27 kg) |
| Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 10 pounds (2.3-6.8 kg) | 6.7 pounds (3.5 kg) | 50 pounds (22.5 kg) |
| Height
Which is taller, Mal-Shi or Maltese or Miniature Golden Retriever? Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever height comparison: | 10-20 inces (25-51 cm) | Male: 8-10 inches (21-25 cm), Female: 8-9 inches (20-23 cm) | 18-22 inches (45-55 cm) |
| Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | 10-20 inces (38 cm) | Male: 9 inches (23 cm), Female: 8.5 inches (21.5 cm) | 20 inches (50 cm) |
Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever Price and Availability Comparison
| Price
Which is cheaper, Mal-Shi or Maltese or Miniature Golden Retriever? Which is more expensive? | $800-$1000 | $600-$800 | $900-$1200 |
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| Availability
Which is easier to get, Mal-Shi or Maltese or Miniature Golden Retriever? | Average: The Mal-Shi is a commonly available dog breed. | Very frequent: The Maltese is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Miniature Golden Retriever is quite easy to get. |
Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
| Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever intelligence: | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. | Outstanding: Miniature Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. |
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| Trainability
Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever trainability comparison. | Mal-Shi dogs are quite easy to train. | Maltese dogs are quite easy to train. | Miniature Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. |
| Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Mal-Shi or Maltese or Miniature Golden Retriever? | Mal-Shi dogs are average watchdogs. | Maltese dogs are average watchdogs. | Miniature Golden Retriever dogs are good watchdogs. |
| Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Mal-Shi or Maltese or Miniature Golden Retriever?
Which dog is most likely to protect its owner?
Which is the best dog to use for protection? | Mal-Shi dogs strongly protect their territory. | Maltese dogs strongly protect their territory. | Miniature Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. |
Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison
| Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Mal-Shi or Maltese or Miniature Golden Retriever? Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever behavior/temperament comparison: |
Playful Loving Independent Alert Intelligent Affectionate Going Social Quiet |
Active Playful Intelligent Responsive Docile Gentle Tempered Sweet Easygoing |
Playful Intelligent Confident Friendly Affectionate Reliable Kind Trainable Quiet Faithful Trustworthy |
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| Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
| Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever? | High: Mal-Shi 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: Miniature Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
| Social Needs
Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever social needs comparison: | Mal-Shi dogs are a social breed. | Maltese dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Miniature Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. |
| Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Mal-Shi dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | Maltese dogs are not the biggest explorers. | Miniature Golden Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. |
| Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? 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. | Maltese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. | Miniature Golden Retriever dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. |
Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison
| Playfulness
Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever playfulness comparison: | Average: Mal-Shis, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Malteses, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Miniature Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. |
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| Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever? | Average: The Mal-Shi barks occasionally. | A lot: Maltese is a particularly loud breed. | Average: The Miniature Golden Retriever barks occasionally. |
| Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Mal-Shi or Maltese or Miniature Golden Retriever? | 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 Maltese breed. | Apartment-friendly dog the Miniature Golden Retriever breed. |
Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison
| Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog? | Average: Mal-Shi dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. | Maltese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Miniature Golden Retriever 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: Mal-Shi or Maltese or Miniature Golden Retriever? | 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. | Maltese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Miniature Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. |
Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison
| Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Mal-Shi or Maltese or Miniature Golden Retriever? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Mal-Shi bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Maltese bite force: Weak. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Miniature Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary. |
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| Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison: | Low 🔽 The Mal-Shi has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Maltese has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Miniature Golden Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody. |
| Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever mouthiness comparison: | Mal-Shi 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. | Miniature Golden Retriever dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison
| Health Issues
Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever? | The Mal-Shi 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. | Miniature Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs. |
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| Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever health problems comparison: | No data available |
Collapsed Trachea Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Portosystemic Liver Shunt Reverse Sneezing Hypoglycemia White Dog Shaker Syndrome |
Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Renal Failure Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis |
| Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Mal-Shi 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. |
Rare The Miniature Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
| Life Expectancy
Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Mal-Shi, Maltese and Miniature Golden Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Mal-Shi: 13 years |
14-18 years The average lifespan of Maltese: 16 years |
12-14 years The average lifespan of Miniature Golden Retriever: 13 years |
| Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever? | 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. |
Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison
| Energy Level
Who has more energy a Mal-Shi or Maltese or Miniature Golden Retriever?
Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever energy level comparison: | 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. | Maltese dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. | Miniature Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs. |
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| Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Mal-Shi or Maltese or Miniature Golden Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Mal-Shi dogs have an average exercise need. | Maltese dogs exercise need is very minimal. | Miniature Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises. |
| Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Mal-Shi or Maltese or Miniature Golden Retriever? | Mal-Shi dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Maltese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Miniature Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep. |
Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison
| Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Mal-Shi or Maltese or Miniature Golden Retriever? | 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. | 3 to 4 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? Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever weight gain potential comparison: | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Mal-Shi's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average: The Maltese has an average risk for obesity. | High: The Miniature Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. |
Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison
| Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever coat comparison: |
Silky Soft Wavy Double | Feathered |
Feathered Silky Wavy Shiny Straight |
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| Colors
What are the original Mal-Shi, Maltese and Miniature Golden Retriever color? |
Black Gray White Brown Yellow | White |
Black Tan Blue Golden Liver Roan Light |
| Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Mal-Shi or Maltese or Miniature Golden Retriever? Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever grooming comparison: | Average: The Mal-Shi requires average grooming effort. | Average: The Maltese requires average grooming effort. | Average: The Miniature Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. |
| Shedding Level
Who sheds more Mal-Shi or Maltese or Miniature Golden Retriever? Mal-Shi or Maltese or {name3 shedding: | Mal-Shi dogs shed none to minimal. | Maltese dogs shed none to minimal. | Miniature Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. |
| Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Mal-Shi or Maltese or Miniature Golden Retriever? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. |
| Hypoallergenic
Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever 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, Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever? | Low 🔽 The Mal-Shi has a low chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Maltese has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Miniature Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell. |
| Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? | The Mal-Shi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Maltese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Miniature Golden Retriever is an average drooler. |
Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever Good With Comparison
| Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Mal-Shi dogs are generally with other pets. | Maltese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Miniature Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. |
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| Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Mal-Shi or Maltese or Miniature Golden Retriever? Which dog is more friendly? | Mal-Shi dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Maltese dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. | Miniature Golden Retriever dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. |
| Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Mal-Shi or Maltese or Miniature Golden Retriever? | Mal-Shi dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Maltese dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Miniature Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. |
| Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Mal-Shi or Maltese or Miniature Golden Retriever? | Mal-Shi dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Maltese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Miniature Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs. |
| Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Mal-Shi or Maltese or Miniature Golden Retriever? | Mal-Shi dogs are dog-friendly dogs. | Maltese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Miniature Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. |
| Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever? |
Yes Mal-Shi 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 Miniature Golden Retriever 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 Maltese is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Miniature Golden Retriever 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. | Malteses are usually recommended for elderly people. | Miniature Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people. |
Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever 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. | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. |
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| Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Mal-Shi or Maltese or Miniature Golden Retriever? 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: Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever? | Not really Mal-Shi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Maltese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Yes Miniature Golden Retriever breed usually likes 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. |
Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever 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 Mal-Shi and Maltese and Miniature Golden Retriever have? | 4-8 puppies | 3-5 puppies | 5-10 puppies |
Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever Recognition Comparison
| AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC? | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. |
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| FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI? | Not recognized by FCI. | Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section. | Not recognized by FCI. |
| Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds? | 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 New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club | No data available |
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