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Name	Maltipoo	Havanese	Basenji
Origins	Germany France Italy	Cuba	Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Group	Designer Dogs	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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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	Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese	African Barkless Dog African Bush Dog Ango Angari Congo Terrier Zande Dog Congo Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Maltipoo or Havanese or Basenji? Which is the smallest dog, Maltipoo or Havanese or Basenji?	Small Medium	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Maltipoo or Havanese or Havanese? Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji weight comparison:	5-20 pounds (2,5-9 kg)	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	12.5 pounds (5,5 kg)	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)
Height Which is taller, Maltipoo or Havanese or Basenji? Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji height comparison:	10-13 inches (25-33 cm)	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)	Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	11.5 inches (27 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)	Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)

Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Maltipoo or Havanese or Basenji? Which is more expensive?	$400-$2000	$900-$1200	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Maltipoo or Havanese or Basenji?	Frequent: The Maltipoo is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.

Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji intelligence:	Smart: The Maltipoo dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji trainability comparison.	Maltipoo dogs are easy to train. See more.	Havanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Basenji dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Maltipoo or Havanese or Basenji?	Maltipoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Maltipoo or Havanese or Basenji? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Maltipoo dogs are average defenders. See more.	Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Basenji dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Maltipoo or Havanese or Basenji? Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Funny Intelligent Affectionate Obedient Companionable	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming	Curious Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate
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.	Basenji dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji?	High: Maltipoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
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Social Needs Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji social needs comparison:	Maltipoo dogs are a social breed. See more.	Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.
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. See more.	Havanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Basenji dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
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. See more.	Havanese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Basenji dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji playfulness comparison:	The Maltipoo is a playful breed. See more.	The Havanese is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji?	A lot: Maltipoo is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Basenji barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Maltipoo or Havanese or Basenji?	Very house-friendly dog the Maltipoo breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Basenji breed in the home.
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Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji 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.	Havanese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Basenji dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Maltipoo or Havanese or Basenji?	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.	Havanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Basenji dogs handle alone time quite well.

Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Maltipoo or Havanese or Basenji?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Maltipoo bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Havanese bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Basenji 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 Maltipoo has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji mouthiness comparison:	Maltipoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Havanese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Basenji dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji health comparison. Which is the healthier: Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji?	Maltipoos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Havanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Basenji 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 Havanese vs Basenji? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji health problems comparison:	Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Portosystemic Liver Shunt White Dog Shaker Syndrome	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt	Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Kidney Issues
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.	Average The Havanese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Basenji should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji lifespan comparison. How long do Maltipoo, Havanese and Basenji breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-13 years The average lifespan of Maltipoo: 11 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basenji: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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 warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Maltipoo or Havanese or Basenji? Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji 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.	Havanese dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Basenji dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Maltipoo or Havanese or Basenji? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Maltipoo dogs have an average exercise need.	Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Basenji dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Maltipoo or Havanese or Basenji?	Maltipoo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Havanese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Basenji dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Maltipoo or Havanese or Basenji?	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.	3/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Maltipoo has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji coat comparison:	Fluffy Soft Wavy Woolly	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long	Fine
Colors What are the original Maltipoo, Havanese and Basenji color?	Black Cream White Grey Gold Apricot Almost all colors	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco	Black Tan Red White Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Maltipoo or Havanese or Basenji? Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji grooming comparison:	Average: The Maltipoo requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Maltipoo or Havanese or Basenji? Maltipoo or Havanese or {name3 shedding:	Maltipoo dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Basenji dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Maltipoo or Havanese or Basenji?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji?	Low 🔽 The Maltipoo has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Basenji 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. See more.	The Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Basenji is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Maltipoo dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Basenji dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Maltipoo or Havanese or Basenji? Which dog is more friendly?	Maltipoo dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Maltipoo or Havanese or Basenji?	Maltipoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Maltipoo or Havanese or Basenji?	Maltipoo dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Maltipoo or Havanese or Basenji?	Maltipoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji?	Yes Maltipoo 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.	Yes Basenji 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 Havanese is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Basenji 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.	Havaneses are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Basenjis are usually recommended for elderly people.

Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good 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: Maltipoo or Havanese or Basenji? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	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.
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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: Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji?	Not really Maltipoo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Havanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Basenji 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji 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 Maltipoo and Havanese and Basenji have?	4-6 puppies	1-9 puppies, average 4	4-5 puppies
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Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Basenji 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 1996 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1944 as a Hound 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 Bichons and related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type 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	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	Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. 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 American Pet Registry, Inc.

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