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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon breeds.	Malti Zu Malt-Tzu Malshi	No data available	Continental Toy Spaniel Epagneul Nain Epagneul Nain Continental Phalène Squirrel Dog Butterfly Dog
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon? Compare their breeding categories.	Cross Breed	Cross Breed	Purebred

Mal-Shi vs Papitese vs Papillon Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon. Which breed is the largest?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon? Compare adult weight ranges.	5-15 pounds (2.3-6.8 kg)	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	10 pounds (2.3-6.8 kg)	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Mal-Shi or Papitese or Papillon? Mal-Shi vs Papitese vs Papillon height comparison:	10-20 inces (25-51 cm)	Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)	Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10-20 inces (38 cm)	Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)	Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)

Mal-Shi vs Papitese vs Papillon Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon. Find price differences between these breeds.	$800-$1000	$400-$600	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Mal-Shi or Papitese or Papillon?	Average: The Mal-Shi is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Papitese is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.

Mal-Shi vs Papitese vs Papillon Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon. Which breed ranks highest?	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Papitese dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon. Which is easiest to train?	Mal-Shi dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Papitese dogs are easy to train. See more.	Papillon dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon. Which breed is most alert?	Mal-Shi dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Papitese dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Papillon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon. Which breed is most protective?	Mal-Shi dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Papitese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Mal-Shi vs Papitese vs Papillon Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon? Compare temperaments.	Playful Loving Independent Alert Intelligent Affectionate Going Social Quiet	Active Playful Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Gentle Tempered Sweet Easygoing	Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Mal-Shi vs Papitese vs Papillon?	High: Mal-Shi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Papitese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Papillon 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 Papitese vs Papillon social needs comparison:	Mal-Shi dogs are a social breed. See more.	Papitese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Mal-Shi dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Papitese dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
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. See more.	Papitese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Papillon 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 Papitese vs Papillon Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Mal-Shi barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Papitese is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon. Which breed is most playful?	Average: Mal-Shis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Papitese is a playful breed. See more.	The Papillon is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon. 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.	Apartment-friendly dog the Papitese 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 Papillon indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Mal-Shi vs Papitese vs Papillon Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Mal-Shi vs Papitese vs Papillon Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Mal-Shi has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Papitese has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon. Which uses mouth most during play?	Mal-Shi dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Papitese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Papillon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Mal-Shi bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Papitese bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Papillon bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Mal-Shi vs Papitese vs Papillon Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Mal-Shi: 13 years	14-18 years The average lifespan of Papitese: 16 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon. 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. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon. 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 Papitese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Papillon 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?	Average The Mal-Shi should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Papitese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Papillon 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 Papitese vs Papillon? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Mal-Shi vs Papitese vs Papillon health problems comparison:	No data available	Collapsed Trachea Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Portosystemic Liver Shunt Reverse Sneezing Hypoglycemia White Dog Shaker Syndrome	Collapsed Trachea Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hypoglycemia

Mal-Shi vs Papitese vs Papillon Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon. 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.	Papitese dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Papillon dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Mal-Shi vs Papitese vs Papillon exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Mal-Shi or Papitese or Papillon? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Mal-Shi dogs have an average exercise need.	Papitese dogs have an average exercise need.	Papillon dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Mal-Shi or Papitese or Papillon?	Mal-Shi dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Papitese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Papillon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Mal-Shi vs Papitese vs Papillon Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon. 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. See more.	Average: The Papitese has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon. 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. 1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Mal-Shi vs Papitese vs Papillon Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon. What colors are available?	Black Gray White Brown Yellow	Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon	Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Mal-Shi requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Papitese requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon. Which drools least?	The Mal-Shi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Papitese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon. Which has least natural smell?	Low 🔽 The Mal-Shi has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Papitese has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Silky Soft Wavy Double	Feathered	Feathered
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon. 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. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Mal-Shi or Papitese or Papillon? Mal-Shi or Papitese or {name3 shedding:	Mal-Shi dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Papitese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Papillon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Mal-Shi vs Papitese vs Papillon Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon. Which is best with kids?	Mal-Shi dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Papitese dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Mal-Shi dogs are generally with other pets.	Papitese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Papillon dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Mal-Shi or Papitese or Papillon? Which dog is more friendly?	Mal-Shi dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Papitese dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are very 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 Papitese or Papillon?	Mal-Shi dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Papitese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Papillon 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 Papitese or Papillon?	Mal-Shi dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Papitese dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Mal-Shi vs Papitese vs Papillon?	Yes Mal-Shi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Papitese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Papillon 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 Papitese is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Papillon 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.	Papiteses are usually recommended for elderly people.	Papillons are usually recommended for elderly people.

Mal-Shi vs Papitese vs Papillon As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon. Which is best suited for service work?	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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon. Which excels in therapy work?	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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon. 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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon. 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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Mal-Shi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Papitese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Papillon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon. Which is best for draft work?	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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon. 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 Papitese vs Papillon Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon. Which has most puppies?	4-8 puppies	3-5 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon. 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, Papitese, and Papillon. What's recommended?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	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 Papitese vs Papillon Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Mal-Shi, Papitese, and Papillon. Which has most recognition?	No data available	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

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