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Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu Comparison - Dog breed selector: Maltese lion dog or Cavalier or Japanese Shiba Inu? Find the right dog for you

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Name Maltese Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Shiba Inu
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Maltese lion dog
Maltese Dog
Cavalier
Cavie
Cav
Japanese Shiba Inu
Japanese Small-Size Dog
Shiba
Shiba Ken
Brushwood Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Maltese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shiba Inu? Which is the smallest dog, Maltese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shiba Inu?
Small Small Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Maltese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu weight comparison:
6.5-9 pounds (3-4 kg) 10-18 pounds (5-8 kg) Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
6.7 pounds (3.5 kg) 14 pounds (6.5 kg) Male: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg), Female: 17.5 pounds (6.8.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Maltese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shiba Inu? Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu height comparison:
Male: 8-10 inches (21-25 cm), Female: 8-9 inches (20-23 cm) 12-13 inches (30-33 cm) Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 9 inches (23 cm), Female: 8.5 inches (21.5 cm) 12.5 inches (31.5 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Maltese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shiba Inu? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $1200-$1500 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Maltese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shiba Inu?
Very frequent: The Maltese is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get.

Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu trainability comparison.
Maltese dogs are quite easy to train.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are quite easy to train.
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A slightly harder to train than average.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Maltese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shiba Inu?
Maltese dogs are average watchdogs.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best watchdogs.
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Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Maltese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shiba Inu? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Maltese dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Shiba Inu dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Maltese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shiba Inu? Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Playful
Intelligent
Responsive
Docile
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Easygoing
Active
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness
Alert
Confident
Going
Fearless
Keen
Faithful
Charming
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Shiba Inu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu?
High: Maltese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu social needs comparison:
Maltese dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Maltese dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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The wanderlust potential of the Shiba Inu is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Maltese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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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.
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Shiba Inu 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.
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Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu playfulness comparison:
Average: Malteses, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu?
A lot: Maltese is a particularly loud breed.
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Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Maltese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shiba Inu?
Very house-friendly dog the Maltese breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed.

Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Maltese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shiba Inu?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Maltese bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Shiba Inu bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Maltese has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Shiba Inu has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu mouthiness comparison:
Maltese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Shiba Inu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu health comparison. Which is the healthier: Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu?
The Maltese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu health problems comparison:
Collapsed Trachea
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Portosystemic Liver Shunt
Reverse Sneezing
Hypoglycemia
White Dog Shaker Syndrome
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Mitral Valve Disease
Dry Eye
Episodic Falling Syndrome
Syringomyelia
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Glaucoma
Spinning
Chylothorax
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Maltese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Shiba Inu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu lifespan comparison. How long do Maltese, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Shiba Inu breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
14-18 years
The average lifespan of Maltese: 16 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: 12 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu?
Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Shiba Inu can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Maltese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shiba Inu? Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu energy level comparison:
Maltese 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.
Shiba Inu dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Maltese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shiba Inu? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Maltese dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average exercise need.
Shiba Inu dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Maltese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shiba Inu?
Maltese 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.
Shiba Inu dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Maltese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shiba Inu?
Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Maltese has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Low to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu coat comparison:
Feathered Feathered Dense
Colors
What are the original Maltese, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Shiba Inu color?
White Tan
Tricolor
Blenheim
Ruby
Black
Tan
Red
Cream
Sesame
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Maltese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shiba Inu? Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu grooming comparison:
Average: The Maltese requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Maltese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shiba Inu? Maltese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or {name3 shedding:
Maltese dogs shed none to minimal.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs shed above average.
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Shiba Inu dogs shed above average.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Maltese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shiba Inu?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu?

Medium

The Maltese has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Maltese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Shiba Inu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Maltese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Shiba Inu dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Maltese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shiba Inu? Which dog is more friendly?
Maltese dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Shiba Inu dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Maltese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shiba Inu?
Maltese dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Maltese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shiba Inu?
Maltese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Shiba Inu dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Maltese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shiba Inu?
Maltese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu?
Yes
Maltese 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.
No
Shiba Inu dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Maltese is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Shiba Inu is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Malteses are usually recommended for elderly people.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Shiba Inus are commonly okay with elderly people.

Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Maltese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shiba Inu? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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 vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu?

Not really

Maltese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Shiba Inu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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 vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Maltese and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Shiba Inu have?
3-5 puppies 3-5 puppies 2-4 puppies

Maltese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shiba Inu Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the English Toy Spaniels section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
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

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