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Name	Maltese	Spanish Water Dog
Origins	Italy	Spain
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Group	Companion Dogs	Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Maltese and Spanish Water Dog. What other names are these breeds known by?	Maltese lion dog Maltese Dog	Perro De Agua Español
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Maltese and a Spanish Water Dog. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Maltese vs Spanish Water Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Maltese or a Spanish Water Dog? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Small	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Maltese and a Spanish Water Dog. Which breed is heavier?	6.5-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	Male: 40-49 pounds (18-22 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	6.7 pounds (3.5 kg)	Male: 44.5 pounds (20 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg)
Height Which is taller, Maltese or Spanish Water Dog? Is a Maltese taller than a Spanish Water Dog?	Male: 8-10 inches (21-25 cm), Female: 8-9 inches (20-23 cm)	Male: 17-20 inches (44-50 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 9 inches (23 cm), Female: 8.5 inches (21.5 cm)	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)

Maltese vs Spanish Water Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Maltese and a Spanish Water Dog. Which breed costs more?	$600-$800	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Maltese or Spanish Water Dog?	Very frequent: The Maltese is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Spanish Water Dog is easier than average to get.

Maltese vs Spanish Water Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Maltese or a Spanish Water Dog? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Maltese or a Spanish Water Dog? Compare training requirements.	Maltese dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Spanish Water Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Maltese or a Spanish Water Dog? Compare alertness levels.	Maltese dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Spanish Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Maltese or a Spanish Water Dog? Compare territorial behaviors.	Maltese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Spanish Water Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Maltese vs Spanish Water Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Maltese and a Spanish Water Dog. How do their temperaments differ?	Active Playful Intelligent Responsive Docile Gentle Tempered Sweet Easygoing	Affectionate Loyal Trainable Athletic Diligent
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Maltese vs Spanish Water Dog?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Spanish Water Dog 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 vs Spanish Water Dog?	High: Maltese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Spanish Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Maltese vs Spanish Water Dog social needs comparison:	Maltese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Spanish Water Dog dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Maltese vs Spanish Water Dog?	Maltese dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Spanish Water Dog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Maltese vs Spanish Water Dog? Which can be better for hunting?	Maltese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Spanish Water Dog 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

Maltese vs Spanish Water Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Maltese or a Spanish Water Dog? Compare vocalization tendencies.	A lot: Maltese is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Spanish Water Dog barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Maltese or a Spanish Water Dog? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Malteses, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Spanish Water Dog is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Maltese or a Spanish Water Dog? Compare living space needs.	Very house-friendly dog the Maltese breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Spanish Water Dog breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Maltese vs Spanish Water Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Maltese or a Spanish Water Dog? Compare adaptability levels.	Maltese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Spanish Water Dog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Maltese or Spanish Water Dog?	Maltese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Spanish Water Dog dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Maltese vs Spanish Water Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Maltese or a Spanish Water Dog? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Maltese has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Spanish Water Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Maltese or a Spanish Water Dog? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Maltese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Spanish Water Dog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Maltese or a Spanish Water Dog? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Maltese bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Spanish Water Dog bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Maltese vs Spanish Water Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Maltese or a Spanish Water Dog? Compare average lifespans.	14-18 years The average lifespan of Maltese: 16 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Spanish Water Dog: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Maltese or a Spanish Water Dog? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. 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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Maltese and a Spanish Water Dog. Which breed is healthier?	The Maltese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Spanish Water Dog 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: Maltese vs Spanish Water Dog?	Average The Maltese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Spanish Water Dog 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: Maltese vs Spanish Water Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Maltese vs Spanish Water Dog health problems comparison:	Collapsed Trachea Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Portosystemic Liver Shunt Reverse Sneezing Hypoglycemia White Dog Shaker Syndrome	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Cherry Eye Distichiasis Addison's Disease Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency Neuroaxonal Dystrophy

Maltese vs Spanish Water Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Maltese vs Spanish Water Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Maltese or a Spanish Water Dog? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Maltese has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Spanish Water Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Maltese or a Spanish Water Dog? Compare daily food needs.	Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Maltese vs Spanish Water Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Maltese or a Spanish Water Dog? Compare allergy friendliness.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Maltese and Spanish Water Dog? Compare breed colors.	White	Black White Chestnut Black & White Brown & White
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Maltese or a Spanish Water Dog? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Maltese requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Spanish Water Dog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Maltese or a Spanish Water Dog? Compare drooling amounts.	The Maltese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Spanish Water Dog is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Maltese or a Spanish Water Dog? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Maltese has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Spanish Water Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Maltese and a Spanish Water Dog? Compare fur types.	Feathered	Curly Waterproof Woolly No Undercoat Grow into dreadlocks
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Maltese or a Spanish Water Dog? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Maltese or Spanish Water Dog? Do Maltese dogs shed more than Spanish Water Dog dogs?	Maltese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Spanish Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Maltese vs Spanish Water Dog Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Maltese or a Spanish Water Dog? Compare kid-friendliness.	Maltese dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Spanish Water Dog dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Maltese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Spanish Water Dog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Maltese or Spanish Water Dog? Which dog is more friendly?	Maltese dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Spanish Water Dog dogs are not the most 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 Maltese or Spanish Water Dog?	Maltese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Spanish Water Dog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Maltese or Spanish Water Dog? Can a Maltese and a Spanish Water Dog be friends? Do Maltese dogs get along with Spanish Water Dog dogs?	Maltese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Spanish Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Maltese vs Spanish Water Dog?	Yes Maltese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Spanish Water Dog 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 Spanish Water Dog 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.	Spanish Water Dogs are not the best breed for elderly people.

Maltese vs Spanish Water Dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Maltese or a Spanish Water Dog? Compare service capabilities.	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 Which is better for therapy work: a Maltese or a Spanish Water Dog? Compare therapy capabilities.	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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Maltese or a Spanish Water Dog? Compare scenting abilities.	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 Which is better for search and rescue: a Maltese or a Spanish Water Dog? Compare SAR abilities.	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 Which is better on boats: a Maltese or a Spanish Water Dog? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Maltese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Spanish Water Dog breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Maltese or a Spanish Water Dog? Compare draft work capabilities.	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 history between Maltese and Spanish Water Dog. Which has stronger military background?	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 Spanish Water Dog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Maltese and Spanish Water Dog. Which has larger litters?	3-5 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Maltese and Spanish Water Dog breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Maltese and Spanish Water Dog. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Maltese vs Spanish Water Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Maltese and Spanish Water Dog. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Maltese and Spanish Water Dog. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Maltese and Spanish Water Dog. Which is more widely recognized?	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 North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. National Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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