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Name	Maltese Shih Tzu	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel	Yorkshire Terrier
Origins	United States	England	England
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Mal-Shi Malti Zu Malt-Tzu	Cavalier Cavie Cav	Yorkie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Maltese Shih Tzu or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Maltese Shih Tzu or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Maltese Shih Tzu or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier weight comparison:	6-12 pounds (2.5-5.5 kg)	10-18 pounds (5-8 kg)	2-3 kg (4-7 pounds)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	9 pounds (4 kg)	14 pounds (6.5 kg)	2.5 kg (5.5 pounds)
Height Which is taller, Maltese Shih Tzu or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier? Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier height comparison:	10-12 inches (25-30 cm)	12-13 inches (30-33 cm)	20-23 cm (8-9 inches)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	11 inches (27.5 cm)	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)	21.5 cm (8.5 inches)

Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Maltese Shih Tzu or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$500-$800	$1200-$1500	$600-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Maltese Shih Tzu or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier?	Average: The Maltese Shih Tzu is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Yorkshire Terrier is quite easy to get.

Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Yorkshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier trainability comparison.	Maltese Shih Tzu dogs are easy to train. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Maltese Shih Tzu or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier?	Maltese Shih Tzu dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Maltese Shih Tzu or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Maltese Shih Tzu dogs are average defenders. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Maltese Shih Tzu or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier? Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Curious Playful Intelligent Outgoing Adaptable	Active Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Gentle Social Fearless Cheerful Quiet Nonaggressive Polite Graceful Sporty No tendency towards nervousness	Playful Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Maltese Shih Tzu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Yorkshire Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier?	Average to High: Maltese Shih Tzu dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Yorkshire Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier social needs comparison:	Maltese Shih Tzu dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Maltese Shih Tzu dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Maltese Shih Tzu dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier playfulness comparison:	Average: Maltese Shih Tzus, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Yorkshire Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier?	Average to High: The Maltese Shih Tzu is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Yorkshire Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Maltese Shih Tzu or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier?	Very house-friendly dog the Maltese Shih Tzu breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Yorkshire Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Maltese Shih Tzu dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Maltese Shih Tzu or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Maltese Shih Tzu or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Maltese Shih Tzu bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Yorkshire Terrier bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Maltese Shih Tzu has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Yorkshire Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Maltese Shih Tzu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier?	Maltese Shih Tzus tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Yorkshire Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier health problems comparison:	Patellar Luxation White Dog Shaker Syndrome	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Mitral Valve Disease Dry Eye Episodic Falling Syndrome Syringomyelia	Collapsed Trachea Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Portosystemic Liver Shunt Reverse Sneezing Hypoglycemia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Maltese Shih Tzu should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Yorkshire Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Maltese Shih Tzu, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Yorkshire Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Maltese Shih Tzu: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: 12 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier?	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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Maltese Shih Tzu or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier? Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier energy level comparison:	Maltese Shih Tzu dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Maltese Shih Tzu or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Maltese Shih Tzu dogs have an average exercise need.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average exercise need.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Maltese Shih Tzu or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier?	Maltese Shih Tzu dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Maltese Shih Tzu or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 3/4 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Maltese Shih Tzu has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Yorkshire Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier coat comparison:	Curly Silky Soft Wavy Long	Feathered	Fine
Colors What are the original Maltese Shih Tzu, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Yorkshire Terrier color?	Black White Brown White & Tan Black & White Brown & Black	Tan Tricolor Blenheim Ruby	Black Tan Blue Gold
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Maltese Shih Tzu or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier? Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Maltese Shih Tzu requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Maltese Shih Tzu or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier? Maltese Shih Tzu or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or {name3 shedding:	Maltese Shih Tzu dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs shed above average. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Maltese Shih Tzu or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier?	Low 🔽 The Maltese Shih Tzu has a low chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Yorkshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Maltese Shih Tzu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Yorkshire Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Maltese Shih Tzu dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Maltese Shih Tzu or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Maltese Shih Tzu dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Maltese Shih Tzu or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier?	Maltese Shih Tzu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Maltese Shih Tzu or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier?	Maltese Shih Tzu dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Maltese Shih Tzu or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier?	Maltese Shih Tzu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier?	Yes Maltese Shih Tzu dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Yorkshire Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes Maltese Shih Tzu is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Yorkshire Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Maltese Shih Tzus are commonly okay with elderly people.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Yorkshire Terriers are not recommended for elderly people.

Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier 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. 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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Maltese Shih Tzu or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier?	Not really Maltese Shih Tzu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Yorkshire Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. 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.
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.

Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Maltese Shih Tzu and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Yorkshire Terrier have?	3-5 puppies	3-5 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Maltese Shih Tzu vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier 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 1995 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Toy breed.
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 English Toy Spaniels section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Toy Terriers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Not recognized by any clubs.	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	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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