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Compare Maltipoo and Cavapoo. Which is better: Maltipoo or Cavapoo or Havanese?
Name | Maltipoo | Cavapoo | Havanese |
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Origins | Germany France Italy | Australia | Cuba |
Group | Designer Dogs | Companion Dogs | Companion Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 558 | 555 | 23 |
Reviews | 4 | 10 | 6 |
User Ratings |
Other Names
What other names do they have? |
Maltapoo Malt-A-Poo Malte-Poo Maltese-Poodle MaltiPoodle Malt-oodles Moodle mPoo Multapoo Multipoo Multi-Poo Maltepoo | Cavoodle |
Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese |
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese breed type comparison: | Cross Breed | Cross Breed | Purebred |
Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese Size and Weight Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Maltipoo or Cavapoo or Havanese? Which is the smallest dog, Maltipoo or Cavapoo or Havanese? | Small Medium | Small Medium | Small |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Maltipoo or Cavapoo or Cavapoo? Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese weight comparison: | 5-20 pounds (2,5-9 kg) | 12-24 pounds (5.4-11 kg) | 7-13 pounds (3-6 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 12.5 pounds (5,5 kg) | 18 pounds (5.7.5 kg) | 10 pounds (4.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Maltipoo or Cavapoo or Havanese? Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese height comparison: | 10-13 inches (25-33 cm) | 11-18 inches (28-45 cm) | 8-11 inches (21-29 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | 11.5 inches (27 cm) | 14.5 inches (36.5 cm) | 10 inches (25 cm) |
Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese Price and Availability Comparison
Price
Which is cheaper, Maltipoo or Cavapoo or Havanese? Which is more expensive? | $400-$2000 | $1200-$1800 | $900-$1200 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Maltipoo or Cavapoo or Havanese? | Frequent: The Maltipoo is easier than average 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 Havanese is quite easy to get. |
Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese intelligence: | Smart: The Maltipoo dogs have great intelligence. | Very smart: Cavapoo is an excellent dog breed. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. |
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Trainability
Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese trainability comparison. | Maltipoo dogs are easy to train. | Cavapoo dogs are very easy to train. | Havanese dogs are very easy to train. |
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Maltipoo or Cavapoo or Havanese? | Maltipoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Cavapoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. |
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Maltipoo or Cavapoo or Havanese?
Which dog is most likely to protect its owner?
Which is the best dog to use for protection? | Maltipoo dogs are average defenders. | Cavapoo dogs are not the best to protect their territory. | Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. |
Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese Personality and Temperament Comparison
Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Maltipoo or Cavapoo or Havanese? Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese behavior/temperament comparison: |
Active Funny Intelligent Affectionate Obedient Companionable |
Loving Intelligent Gentle |
Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese? | High: Maltipoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Cavapoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese social needs comparison: | Maltipoo dogs are a social breed. | Cavapoo dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | The wanderlust potential of the Maltipoo is strong enough to escape from home. | Cavapoo dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | Havanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Maltipoo dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. | Cavapoo 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. | Havanese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. |
Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Playfulness
Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese playfulness comparison: | The Maltipoo is a playful breed. | Average: Cavapoos, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Havanese is a highly playful breed. |
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese? | A lot: Maltipoo is a particularly loud breed. | Average: The Cavapoo barks occasionally. | Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. |
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Maltipoo or Cavapoo or Havanese? | Very house-friendly dog the Maltipoo breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Cavapoo breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed. |
Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog? | Maltipoo dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. | Cavapoo dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Havanese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Maltipoo or Cavapoo or Havanese? | Maltipoo 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. | Cavapoo dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Havanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. |
Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Maltipoo or Cavapoo or Havanese? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Maltipoo bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cavapoo bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Havanese bite force: Weak. |
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Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison: | Low 🔽 The Maltipoo has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Cavapoo has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese mouthiness comparison: | Maltipoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Cavapoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Havanese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese Health and Lifespan Comparison
Health Issues
Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese health comparison. Which is the healthier: Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese? | Maltipoos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. | Very healthy dog breed. | The Havanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
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Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese health problems comparison: |
Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Portosystemic Liver Shunt White Dog Shaker Syndrome | Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation |
Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt |
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Frequent The Maltipoo should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year. |
Rare The Cavapoo should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Average The Havanese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Life Expectancy
Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese lifespan comparison. How long do Maltipoo, Cavapoo and Havanese breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? |
9-13 years The average lifespan of Maltipoo: 11 years |
9-15 years The average lifespan of Cavapoo: 12 years |
14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years |
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese? | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Cavapoo can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. |
Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Maltipoo or Cavapoo or Havanese?
Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese energy level comparison: | Maltipoo dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. | Cavapoo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Havanese dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Maltipoo or Cavapoo or Havanese? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Maltipoo dogs have an average exercise need. | Cavapoo dogs have an average exercise need. | Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Maltipoo or Cavapoo or Havanese? | Maltipoo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Cavapoo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Havanese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. |
Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Maltipoo or Cavapoo or Havanese? | 0.5 to 1.5 cups 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. | 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. |
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese weight gain potential comparison: | Low to Average: The Maltipoo has a low to the average risk for obesity. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavapoo's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight. |
Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese coat comparison: |
Fluffy Soft Wavy Woolly |
Curly Wavy Straight |
Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long |
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Colors
What are the original Maltipoo, Cavapoo and Havanese color? |
Black Cream White Grey Gold Apricot Almost all colors |
Black Cream White Sable Tricolor Chestnut Apricot Red sable Phantom |
Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco |
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Maltipoo or Cavapoo or Havanese? Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese grooming comparison: | Average: The Maltipoo requires average grooming effort. | Advanced: The Cavapoo requires a lot of grooming. | Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Maltipoo or Cavapoo or Havanese? Maltipoo or Cavapoo or {name3 shedding: | Maltipoo dogs shed none to minimal. | Cavapoo dogs shed moderately. | Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. |
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Maltipoo or Cavapoo or Havanese? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. |
Hypoallergenic
Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not? | Yes See more. | Yes See more. | Yes See more. |
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese? | Low 🔽 The Maltipoo has a low chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Cavapoo has an average chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell. |
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? | The Maltipoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Cavapoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese Good With Comparison
Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Maltipoo dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. | Cavapoo dogs are generally with other pets. | Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. |
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Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Maltipoo or Cavapoo or Havanese? Which dog is more friendly? | Maltipoo dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. | Cavapoo dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. | Havanese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. |
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Maltipoo or Cavapoo or Havanese? | Maltipoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Cavapoo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children. | Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Maltipoo or Cavapoo or Havanese? | Maltipoo dogs are cat-friendly dogs. | Cavapoo dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Maltipoo or Cavapoo or Havanese? | Maltipoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Cavapoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese? |
Yes Maltipoo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Cavapoo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Havanese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Maltipoo is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Cavapoo is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Havanese is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Maltipoos are usually recommended for elderly people. | Cavapoos are commonly okay with elderly people. | Havaneses are one of the best breeds for elderly people. |
Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog? | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Maltipoo or Cavapoo or Havanese? Which is better for autism? | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
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: Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese? | Not really Maltipoo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Yes Cavapoo breed usually likes being on a boat. | Not really Havanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
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. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
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. |
Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese Reproducibility Comparison
Gestation Length | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
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Litter Frequency | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Litter Size
How many puppies can Maltipoo and Cavapoo and Havanese have? | 4-6 puppies | 2-8 puppies | 1-9 puppies, average 4 |
Maltipoo vs Cavapoo vs Havanese Recognition Comparison
AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC? | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed. |
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FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI? | Not recognized by FCI. | Not recognized by FCI. | Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section. |
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds? |
Continental Kennel Club American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club National Maltipoo Club Maltipoo Club of America |
Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry |
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 United Kennel Club Havanese Club of America |
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