Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever Comparison - Dog breed selector: Malti Zu or Maltese lion dog or Miniature Golden Retriever? Find the right dog for you
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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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| Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever breeds. |
Malti Zu Malt-Tzu Malshi |
Maltese lion dog Maltese Dog | No data available |
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| Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever? Compare their breeding categories. | Cross Breed | Purebred | Cross Breed |
Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever Size and Weight Comparison
| Size Classification
Compare size differences between Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. Which breed is the largest? | Small | Small | Large Medium |
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| Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever? Compare adult weight ranges. | 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 Range
Compare puppy costs for Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. Find price differences between these breeds. | $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
| Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. Which breed ranks highest? | 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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| Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. Which is easiest to train? | Mal-Shi dogs are quite easy to train. | Maltese dogs are quite easy to train. | Miniature Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. |
| Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. Which breed is most alert? | Mal-Shi dogs are average watchdogs. | Maltese dogs are average watchdogs. | Miniature Golden Retriever dogs are good watchdogs. |
| Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. Which breed is most protective? | 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
| Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever? Compare temperaments. |
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
| Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. Which breed is most vocal? | Average: The Mal-Shi barks occasionally. | A lot: Maltese is a particularly loud breed. | Average: The Miniature Golden Retriever barks occasionally. |
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| Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. Which breed is most playful? | 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. |
| Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. Which adapts best to small spaces? | 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
| Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. Which breed is most flexible? | 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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| Alone Time Tolerance
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 Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. Which has lowest bite risk? | 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. |
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| Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. Which uses mouth most during play? | 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. |
| Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. Which has the strongest bite? | 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. |
Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison
| Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. Which breed lives longest? |
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 |
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| Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. 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. | 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. |
| Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. Which has fewer health issues? | 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. |
| Vet Care Frequency
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). |
| 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 |
Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison
| Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. Which breed is most active? | 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
| Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. Which is most prone to obesity? | 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. |
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| Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. Which needs most food? | 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. |
Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison
| Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | No See more. | Yes See more. | No See more. |
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| Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. What colors are available? |
Black Gray White Brown Yellow | White |
Black Tan Blue Golden Liver Roan Light |
| Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. Which requires most maintenance? | Average: The Mal-Shi requires average grooming effort. | Average: The Maltese requires average grooming effort. | Average: The Miniature Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. |
| Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. Which drools 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. |
| Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. Which has least natural smell? | 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. |
| Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. How do their fur characteristics differ? |
Silky Soft Wavy Double | Feathered |
Feathered Silky Wavy Shiny Straight |
| Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. Which requires most frequent baths? | 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. |
| 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. |
Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever Good With Comparison
| Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. Which is best with kids? | Mal-Shi dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Maltese dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Miniature Golden Retriever 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. | Maltese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Miniature Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. |
| 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. |
| 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 Capability
Compare service dog potential between Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. Which is best suited for service work? | 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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. Which excels in therapy work? | 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. |
| Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. 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 Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. 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 Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. Which is best suited for water work? | 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. |
| Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. Which is best for draft work? | 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. |
| Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. 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. |
Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever Reproducibility Comparison
| Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. Which has most puppies? | 4-8 puppies | 3-5 puppies | 5-10 puppies |
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| Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
| Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. What's recommended? | 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. |
Mal-Shi vs Maltese vs Miniature Golden Retriever Recognition Comparison
| AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. How are they classified? | 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 Classification
Compare FCI groups for Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. How are they classified internationally? | 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. |
| Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Mal-Shi, Maltese, and Miniature Golden Retriever. Which has most recognition? | 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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