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Name	Maltipoo	Havanese	Toy Poodle
Origins	Germany France Italy	Cuba	Germany France
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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	Barbone Pudle Teacup Poodle Teddy Poodle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Toy Poodle breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Toy Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Maltipoo or Havanese or Toy Poodle? Which is the smallest dog, Maltipoo or Havanese or Toy Poodle?	Small Medium	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Maltipoo or Havanese or Havanese? Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Toy Poodle weight comparison:	5-20 pounds (2,5-9 kg)	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	Male: 6-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	12.5 pounds (5,5 kg)	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	Male: 7.5 pounds (3.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Maltipoo or Havanese or Toy Poodle? Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Toy Poodle height comparison:	10-13 inches (25-33 cm)	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)	Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	11.5 inches (27 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)	Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm)

Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Toy Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Maltipoo or Havanese or Toy Poodle? Which is more expensive?	$400-$2000	$900-$1200	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Maltipoo or Havanese or Toy Poodle?	Frequent: The Maltipoo is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Havanese 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.

Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Toy Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Toy Poodle 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.	Outstanding: Toy Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Trainability Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Toy Poodle trainability comparison.	Maltipoo dogs are easy to train. See more.	Havanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Maltipoo or Havanese or Toy Poodle?	Maltipoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Maltipoo or Havanese or Toy Poodle? 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.	Toy Poodle dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Toy Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Maltipoo or Havanese or Toy Poodle? Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Toy Poodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Funny Intelligent Affectionate Obedient Companionable	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable 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: Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Toy Poodle?	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.	High: Toy Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Toy Poodle social needs comparison:	Maltipoo dogs are a social breed. See more.	Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs are a social breed. 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.	Toy Poodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. 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.	Toy Poodle 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

Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Toy Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Toy Poodle playfulness comparison:	The Maltipoo is a playful breed. See more.	The Havanese is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Toy Poodle is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Toy Poodle?	A lot: Maltipoo is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Toy Poodle 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 Maltipoo or Havanese or Toy Poodle?	Very house-friendly dog the Maltipoo breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Toy Poodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Toy Poodle 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.	Toy Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Maltipoo or Havanese or Toy Poodle?	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.	Toy Poodle 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.

Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Toy Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Maltipoo or Havanese or Toy Poodle?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Maltipoo bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Havanese bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Toy Poodle bite force: Weak.
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 Toy Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Toy Poodle 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.	Toy Poodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Toy Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Toy Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Toy Poodle?	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 Toy Poodle 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 Toy Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Toy Poodle 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	Heart Murmurs Slipped Stifle Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Ear Infections Skin Allergies Canine Diabetes Mellitus Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia
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 Toy Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Toy Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do Maltipoo, Havanese and Toy Poodle 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	14-16 years The average lifespan of Toy Poodle: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Toy Poodle?	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 average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Toy Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Maltipoo or Havanese or Toy Poodle? Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Toy Poodle 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.	Toy Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Toy Poodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Maltipoo or Havanese or Toy Poodle? 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.	Toy Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Maltipoo or Havanese or Toy Poodle?	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.	Toy Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Toy Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Maltipoo or Havanese or Toy Poodle?	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.	1/4 to 1 cup 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? Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Toy Poodle 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.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Toy Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Toy Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Toy Poodle coat comparison:	Fluffy Soft Wavy Woolly	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long	Dense Curly Thick
Colors What are the original Maltipoo, Havanese and Toy Poodle color?	Black Cream White Grey Gold Apricot Almost all colors	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Maltipoo or Havanese or Toy Poodle? Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Toy Poodle grooming comparison:	Average: The Maltipoo requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Maltipoo or Havanese or Toy Poodle? Maltipoo or Havanese or {name3 shedding:	Maltipoo dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Maltipoo or Havanese or Toy Poodle?	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 Toy Poodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	Yes 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 Toy Poodle?	Low 🔽 The Maltipoo has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Toy Poodle 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 Toy Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Toy Poodle 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.	Toy Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Maltipoo or Havanese or Toy Poodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Maltipoo dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Toy Poodle dogs are 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 Maltipoo or Havanese or Toy Poodle?	Maltipoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Toy Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Maltipoo or Havanese or Toy Poodle?	Maltipoo dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Toy Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Maltipoo or Havanese or Toy Poodle?	Maltipoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Toy Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Toy Poodle?	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 Toy Poodle 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 Toy Poodle 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.	Toy Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Toy Poodle 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 Toy Poodle? 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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 Toy Poodle?	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 Toy Poodle 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Toy Poodle 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 Toy Poodle have?	4-6 puppies	1-9 puppies, average 4	2-4 puppies
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Maltipoo vs Havanese vs Toy Poodle 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.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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.	Not recognized by FCI.
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	Dog Registry of America Inc.

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