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Name	Maltipoo	Italian Greyhound	Yorkipoo
Origins	Germany France Italy	Italy	United States
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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	German: Italienisches Windspiel Piccolo Levriero Italiano Galgo Italiano French: Petit Levrier Italiane	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Maltipoo vs Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Cross Breed

Maltipoo vs Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Maltipoo or Italian Greyhound or Yorkipoo? Which is the smallest dog, Maltipoo or Italian Greyhound or Yorkipoo?	Small Medium	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Maltipoo or Italian Greyhound or Italian Greyhound? Maltipoo vs Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo weight comparison:	5-20 pounds (2,5-9 kg)	6-10 pounds (3-5 kg)	4-15 pounds (2-7 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	12.5 pounds (5,5 kg)	8 pounds (4 kg)	10.5 pounds (5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Maltipoo or Italian Greyhound or Yorkipoo? Maltipoo vs Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo height comparison:	10-13 inches (25-33 cm)	12-15 inches (30-38 cm)	7-8 inches (18-20 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	11.5 inches (27 cm)	13.5 inches (34 cm)	7.5 inches (19 cm)

Maltipoo vs Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Maltipoo or Italian Greyhound or Yorkipoo? Which is more expensive?	$400-$2000	$800-$1000	$500-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Maltipoo or Italian Greyhound or Yorkipoo?	Frequent: The Maltipoo is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Italian Greyhound is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Yorkipoo is easier than average to get.

Maltipoo vs Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Maltipoo vs Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo intelligence:	Smart: The Maltipoo dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Yorkipoo dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Maltipoo vs Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo trainability comparison.	Maltipoo dogs are easy to train. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Yorkipoo dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Maltipoo or Italian Greyhound or Yorkipoo?	Maltipoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Yorkipoo dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Maltipoo or Italian Greyhound or Yorkipoo? 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.	Italian Greyhound dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Yorkipoo dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Maltipoo vs Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Maltipoo or Italian Greyhound or Yorkipoo? Maltipoo vs Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Funny Intelligent Affectionate Obedient Companionable	Agile Intelligent Affectionate Companionable Athletic Mischievous	Playful Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Companionable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Italian Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. 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 Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo?	High: Maltipoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Italian Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Yorkipoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Maltipoo vs Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo social needs comparison:	Maltipoo dogs are a social breed. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Yorkipoo dogs need for social interaction is average. 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.	Italian Greyhound dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Yorkipoo 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.	Italian Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Yorkipoo 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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Maltipoo vs Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Maltipoo vs Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo playfulness comparison:	The Maltipoo is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Italian Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Yorkipoo is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Maltipoo vs Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo?	A lot: Maltipoo is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Italian Greyhound barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Yorkipoo is a particularly loud 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 Italian Greyhound or Yorkipoo?	Very house-friendly dog the Maltipoo breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Italian Greyhound indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Yorkipoo breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Maltipoo vs Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo 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.	Italian Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Yorkipoo dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Maltipoo or Italian Greyhound or Yorkipoo?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Maltipoo vs Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Maltipoo vs Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Maltipoo vs Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo health comparison. Which is the healthier: Maltipoo vs Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo?	Maltipoos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Italian Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Yorkipoo 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: Maltipoo vs Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Maltipoo vs Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo health problems comparison:	Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Portosystemic Liver Shunt White Dog Shaker Syndrome	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Eye Problems Drug Sensitivity Thyroid Problems Alopecia	Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Epilepsy Portosystemic Liver Shunt Atopic Dermatitis Hyperplastic Dermatosis
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 Italian Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Yorkipoo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Maltipoo vs Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo lifespan comparison. How long do Maltipoo, Italian Greyhound and Yorkipoo breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-13 years The average lifespan of Maltipoo: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Italian Greyhound: 13 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Yorkipoo: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Maltipoo vs Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	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.

Maltipoo vs Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Maltipoo or Italian Greyhound or Yorkipoo? Maltipoo vs Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo 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.	Italian Greyhound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Yorkipoo dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Maltipoo vs Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Maltipoo or Italian Greyhound or Yorkipoo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Maltipoo dogs have an average exercise need.	Italian Greyhound dogs have an average exercise need.	Yorkipoo dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Maltipoo or Italian Greyhound or Yorkipoo?	Maltipoo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Italian Greyhound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Yorkipoo dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Maltipoo vs Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Maltipoo or Italian Greyhound or Yorkipoo?	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Maltipoo vs Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Maltipoo has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Italian Greyhound has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Yorkipoo has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Maltipoo vs Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Maltipoo vs Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo coat comparison:	Fluffy Soft Wavy Woolly	Fine	Curly Silky Soft Straight
Colors What are the original Maltipoo, Italian Greyhound and Yorkipoo color?	Black Cream White Grey Gold Apricot Almost all colors	Black Gray Red Blue White Brown Yellow	Black Gray Tan Red Cream White Silver Sable Chocolate Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Maltipoo or Italian Greyhound or Yorkipoo? Maltipoo vs Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo grooming comparison:	Average: The Maltipoo requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Italian Greyhound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Yorkipoo doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Maltipoo or Italian Greyhound or Yorkipoo? Maltipoo or Italian Greyhound or {name3 shedding:	Maltipoo dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Yorkipoo 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 Italian Greyhound or Yorkipoo?	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 Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Maltipoo vs Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo?	Low 🔽 The Maltipoo has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Italian Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Yorkipoo 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 Italian Greyhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Yorkipoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Maltipoo vs Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Maltipoo dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Italian Greyhound dogs are generally with other pets.	Yorkipoo dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Maltipoo or Italian Greyhound or Yorkipoo? Which dog is more friendly?	Maltipoo dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Yorkipoo dogs are not the most 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 Italian Greyhound or Yorkipoo?	Maltipoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Italian Greyhound dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.	Yorkipoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Maltipoo or Italian Greyhound or Yorkipoo?	Maltipoo dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Yorkipoo dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Maltipoo or Italian Greyhound or Yorkipoo?	Maltipoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Yorkipoo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Maltipoo vs Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo?	Yes Maltipoo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Italian Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Yorkipoo 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 Italian Greyhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Yorkipoo 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.	Italian Greyhounds are not recommended for elderly people.	Yorkipoos are usually recommended for elderly people.

Maltipoo vs Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo 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 Italian Greyhound or Yorkipoo? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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: Maltipoo vs Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo?	Not really Maltipoo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Italian Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Yorkipoo 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 Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo 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 Italian Greyhound and Yorkipoo have?	4-6 puppies	2-4 puppies	3-6 puppies
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Maltipoo vs Italian Greyhound vs Yorkipoo 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 1886 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 Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds 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 New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	Not recognized by any clubs.

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