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Name	Maltese	Miniature Poodle	Bich-poo
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Maltese lion dog Maltese Dog	Barboncino Miniatura Barbone Carniche Moyen Pudle Zwergpudel	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Maltese vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Maltese vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Maltese or Miniature Poodle or Bich-poo? Which is the smallest dog, Maltese or Miniature Poodle or Bich-poo?	Small	Small	Small Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Maltese or Miniature Poodle or Miniature Poodle? Maltese vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo weight comparison:	6.5-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	15-17 pounds (7-8 kg)	Male: 15-35 pounds (7-16 kg), Female: 13-33 pounds (6-15 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	6.7 pounds (3.5 kg)	16 pounds (7.5 kg)	Male: 25 pounds (11.5 kg), Female: 23 pounds (10.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Maltese or Miniature Poodle or Bich-poo? Maltese vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo height comparison:	Male: 8-10 inches (21-25 cm), Female: 8-9 inches (20-23 cm)	11-15 inches (28-38 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 9 inches (23 cm), Female: 8.5 inches (21.5 cm)	13 inches (33 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more

Maltese vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Maltese or Miniature Poodle or Bich-poo? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$1000-$1500	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Maltese or Miniature Poodle or Bich-poo?	Very frequent: The Maltese is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Bich-poo is quite easy to get.

Maltese vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Maltese vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Outstanding: Miniature Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Bich-poo dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Maltese vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo trainability comparison.	Maltese dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Bich-poo dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Maltese or Miniature Poodle or Bich-poo?	Maltese dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Bich-poo dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Maltese or Miniature Poodle or Bich-poo? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Maltese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs are average defenders. See more.	Bich-poo dogs are average defenders. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Maltese vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Maltese or Miniature Poodle or Bich-poo? Maltese vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Playful Intelligent Responsive Docile Gentle Tempered Sweet Easygoing	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Active Playful Alert Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Trainable Cheerful Faithful Instinctual
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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Maltese vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo?	High: Maltese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Miniature Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Bich-poo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Maltese vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo social needs comparison:	Maltese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Bich-poo dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Maltese dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Bich-poo dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
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. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Bich-poo 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 vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Maltese vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo playfulness comparison:	Average: Malteses, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Miniature Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Bich-poo is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Maltese vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo?	A lot: Maltese is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average to High: The Miniature Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	Average to High: The Bich-poo is a vocal 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 or Miniature Poodle or Bich-poo?	Very house-friendly dog the Maltese breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Miniature Poodle breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Bich-poo breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Maltese vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo 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.	Miniature Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Bich-poo dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Maltese or Miniature Poodle or Bich-poo?	Maltese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Miniature Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Bich-poo dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Maltese vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Maltese or Miniature Poodle or Bich-poo?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Maltese bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Poodle bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bich-poo bite force: Ordinary.
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 has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bich-poo has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Maltese vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo mouthiness comparison:	Maltese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bich-poo dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Maltese vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Maltese vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo health comparison. Which is the healthier: Maltese vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo?	The Maltese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Miniature Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Bich-poo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Maltese vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Maltese vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo health problems comparison:	Collapsed Trachea Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Portosystemic Liver Shunt Reverse Sneezing Hypoglycemia White Dog Shaker Syndrome	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Epilepsy Addison's Disease	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Vaccination Sensitivity Ear Infections Addison's Disease Bladder Stones Juvenile Cataracts Cushing's Syndrome Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying
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.	Average The Miniature Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Bich-poo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Maltese vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo lifespan comparison. How long do Maltese, Miniature Poodle and Bich-poo breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-18 years The average lifespan of Maltese: 16 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Miniature Poodle: 15 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Bich-poo: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Maltese vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. 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.

Maltese vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Maltese or Miniature Poodle or Bich-poo? Maltese vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo 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.	Miniature Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Bich-poo dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Maltese vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Maltese or Miniature Poodle or Bich-poo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Maltese dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Miniature Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Bich-poo dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Maltese or Miniature Poodle or Bich-poo?	Maltese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Miniature Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Bich-poo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Maltese vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Maltese or Miniature Poodle or Bich-poo?	Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups 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 vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Maltese has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bich-poo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Maltese vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Maltese vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo coat comparison:	Feathered	Dense Curly Thick	Curly
Colors What are the original Maltese, Miniature Poodle and Bich-poo color?	White	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Buff Beige Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Maltese or Miniature Poodle or Bich-poo? Maltese vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo grooming comparison:	Average: The Maltese requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. 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 or Miniature Poodle or Bich-poo? Maltese or Miniature Poodle or {name3 shedding:	Maltese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Bich-poo dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Maltese or Miniature Poodle or Bich-poo?	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.	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 vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Maltese vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo?	Medium ⏺ The Maltese has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Poodle has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Bich-poo has a low 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. See more.	The Miniature Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bich-poo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Maltese vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Maltese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Miniature Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Bich-poo dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Maltese or Miniature Poodle or Bich-poo? Which dog is more friendly?	Maltese dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Miniature Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Bich-poo dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Maltese or Miniature Poodle or Bich-poo?	Maltese dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Miniature Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Bich-poo dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Maltese or Miniature Poodle or Bich-poo?	Maltese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Miniature Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Bich-poo dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Maltese or Miniature Poodle or Bich-poo?	Maltese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Miniature Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Bich-poo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Maltese vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo?	Yes Maltese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Miniature Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Bich-poo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Maltese is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Miniature Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bich-poo 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.	Miniature Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Bich-poos are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Maltese vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Maltese or Miniature Poodle or Bich-poo? 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 vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo?	Not really Maltese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Miniature Poodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Bich-poo breed usually likes 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 vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo 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 and Miniature Poodle and Bich-poo have?	3-5 puppies	2-8 puppies, average 5	2-5 puppies
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Maltese vs Miniature Poodle vs Bich-poo Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
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 Canadian Canine Registry	No data available

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