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Compare Maltipoo and Japanese Chin. Which is better: Maltipoo or Japanese Chin or Mal-Shi?
Name | Maltipoo | Japanese Chin | Mal-Shi |
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Origins | Germany France Italy | Japan | United States Canada |
Group | Designer Dogs | Companion Dogs | Companion Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 558 | 108 | 222 |
Reviews | 4 | 4 | 2 |
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 |
Japanese Spaniel Chin |
Malti Zu Malt-Tzu Malshi |
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Maltipoo vs Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi breed type comparison: | Cross Breed | Purebred | Cross Breed |
Maltipoo vs Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi Size and Weight Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Maltipoo or Japanese Chin or Mal-Shi? Which is the smallest dog, Maltipoo or Japanese Chin or Mal-Shi? | Small Medium | Small | Small |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Maltipoo or Japanese Chin or Japanese Chin? Maltipoo vs Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi weight comparison: | 5-20 pounds (2,5-9 kg) | 4-15 pounds (2-7 kg) | 5-15 pounds (2.3-6.8 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 12.5 pounds (5,5 kg) | 9.5 pounds (4.5 kg) | 10 pounds (2.3-6.8 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Maltipoo or Japanese Chin or Mal-Shi? Maltipoo vs Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi height comparison: | 10-13 inches (25-33 cm) | 7-11 inches (18-28 cm) | 10-20 inces (25-51 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | 11.5 inches (27 cm) | 9 inches (23 cm) | 10-20 inces (38 cm) |
Maltipoo vs Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi Price and Availability Comparison
Price
Which is cheaper, Maltipoo or Japanese Chin or Mal-Shi? Which is more expensive? | $400-$2000 | $300-$500 | $800-$1000 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Maltipoo or Japanese Chin or Mal-Shi? | Frequent: The Maltipoo is easier than average to get. | Frequent: The Japanese Chin is easier than average to get. | Average: The Mal-Shi is a commonly available dog breed. |
Maltipoo vs Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Maltipoo vs Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi intelligence: | Smart: The Maltipoo dogs have great intelligence. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. |
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Trainability
Maltipoo vs Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi trainability comparison. | Maltipoo dogs are easy to train. | Japanese Chin dogs are quite easy to train. | Mal-Shi dogs are quite easy to train. |
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Maltipoo or Japanese Chin or Mal-Shi? | Maltipoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Japanese Chin dogs are average watchdogs. | Mal-Shi dogs are average watchdogs. |
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Maltipoo or Japanese Chin or Mal-Shi?
Which dog is most likely to protect its owner?
Which is the best dog to use for protection? | Maltipoo dogs are average defenders. | Japanese Chin dogs strongly protect their territory. | Mal-Shi dogs strongly protect their territory. |
Maltipoo vs Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi Personality and Temperament Comparison
Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Maltipoo or Japanese Chin or Mal-Shi? Maltipoo vs Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi behavior/temperament comparison: |
Active Funny Intelligent Affectionate Obedient Companionable |
Playful Loving Independent Alert Intelligent Loyal |
Playful Loving Independent Alert Intelligent Affectionate Going Social Quiet |
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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. | Japanese Chin dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Maltipoo vs Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi? | High: Maltipoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Japanese Chin dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Mal-Shi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Maltipoo vs Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi social needs comparison: | Maltipoo dogs are a social breed. | Japanese Chin dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Mal-Shi dogs are a social breed. |
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. | Japanese Chin dogs are not the biggest explorers. | Mal-Shi 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. | Japanese Chin 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. | Mal-Shi 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. |
Maltipoo vs Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Playfulness
Maltipoo vs Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi playfulness comparison: | The Maltipoo is a playful breed. | Average: Japanese Chins, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Mal-Shis, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Maltipoo vs Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi? | A lot: Maltipoo is a particularly loud breed. | Low: The Japanese Chin barks none to minimal. | Average: The Mal-Shi barks occasionally. |
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Maltipoo or Japanese Chin or Mal-Shi? | Very house-friendly dog the Maltipoo breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Chin 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 Mal-Shi indoors. |
Maltipoo vs Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi 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. | Japanese Chin dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Average: Mal-Shi dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. |
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Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Maltipoo or Japanese Chin or Mal-Shi? | 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. | Japanese Chin dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Mal-Shi 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 Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Maltipoo or Japanese Chin or Mal-Shi? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Maltipoo bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Japanese Chin bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Mal-Shi 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 Japanese Chin has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Mal-Shi has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Maltipoo vs Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi mouthiness comparison: | Maltipoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Japanese Chin dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Mal-Shi dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Maltipoo vs Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi Health and Lifespan Comparison
Health Issues
Maltipoo vs Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi health comparison. Which is the healthier: Maltipoo vs Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi? | Maltipoos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. | The Japanese Chin is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Mal-Shi 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 Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Maltipoo vs Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi health problems comparison: |
Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Portosystemic Liver Shunt White Dog Shaker Syndrome |
Cataracts Heart Murmurs Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Eye Problems Epilepsy Entropion Heart Disease | No data available |
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 Japanese Chin should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Mal-Shi should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Life Expectancy
Maltipoo vs Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi lifespan comparison. How long do Maltipoo, Japanese Chin and Mal-Shi breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? |
9-13 years The average lifespan of Maltipoo: 11 years |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Japanese Chin: 11 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Mal-Shi: 13 years |
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Maltipoo vs Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi? | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. |
Maltipoo vs Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Maltipoo or Japanese Chin or Mal-Shi?
Maltipoo vs Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi 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. | Japanese Chin dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs. | Mal-Shi 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 Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Maltipoo or Japanese Chin or Mal-Shi? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Maltipoo dogs have an average exercise need. | Japanese Chin dogs exercise need is very minimal. | Mal-Shi dogs have an average exercise need. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Maltipoo or Japanese Chin or Mal-Shi? | Maltipoo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Japanese Chin dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot. | Mal-Shi dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. |
Maltipoo vs Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Maltipoo or Japanese Chin or Mal-Shi? | 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. | 1/4 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 Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi weight gain potential comparison: | Low to Average: The Maltipoo has a low to the average risk for obesity. | Average: The Japanese Chin has an average risk for obesity. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Mal-Shi's weight, he can easily gain weight. |
Maltipoo vs Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Maltipoo vs Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi coat comparison: |
Fluffy Soft Wavy Woolly | Feathered |
Silky Soft Wavy Double |
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Colors
What are the original Maltipoo, Japanese Chin and Mal-Shi color? |
Black Cream White Grey Gold Apricot Almost all colors |
Black White Sable Lemon |
Black Gray White Brown Yellow |
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Maltipoo or Japanese Chin or Mal-Shi? Maltipoo vs Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi grooming comparison: | Average: The Maltipoo requires average grooming effort. | Average: The Japanese Chin requires average grooming effort. | Average: The Mal-Shi requires average grooming effort. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Maltipoo or Japanese Chin or Mal-Shi? Maltipoo or Japanese Chin or {name3 shedding: | Maltipoo dogs shed none to minimal. | Japanese Chin dogs shed moderately. | Mal-Shi dogs shed none to minimal. |
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Maltipoo or Japanese Chin or Mal-Shi? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. |
Hypoallergenic
Maltipoo vs Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not? | Yes See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Maltipoo vs Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi? | Low 🔽 The Maltipoo has a low chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Japanese Chin has an average chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Mal-Shi 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 Japanese Chin is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Mal-Shi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Maltipoo vs Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi Good With Comparison
Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Maltipoo dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. | Japanese Chin dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Mal-Shi dogs are generally with other pets. |
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Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Maltipoo or Japanese Chin or Mal-Shi? Which dog is more friendly? | Maltipoo dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. | Japanese Chin dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. | Mal-Shi dogs are average friendly towards strangers. |
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Maltipoo or Japanese Chin or Mal-Shi? | Maltipoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Japanese Chin dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs. | Mal-Shi dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Maltipoo or Japanese Chin or Mal-Shi? | Maltipoo dogs are cat-friendly dogs. | Japanese Chin dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Mal-Shi dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Maltipoo or Japanese Chin or Mal-Shi? | Maltipoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Japanese Chin dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Mal-Shi dogs are dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Maltipoo vs Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi? |
Yes Maltipoo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Japanese Chin dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Mal-Shi 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 Japanese Chin is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Mal-Shi 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. | Japanese Chins are not the best breed for elderly people. | Mal-Shis are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Maltipoo vs Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog? | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used 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 Japanese Chin or Mal-Shi? Which is better for autism? | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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 Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi? | Not really Maltipoo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Japanese Chin breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Mal-Shi 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 Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi 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 Japanese Chin and Mal-Shi have? | 4-6 puppies | 1-3 puppies | 4-8 puppies |
Maltipoo vs Japanese Chin vs Mal-Shi 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 1888 as a Toy breed. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. |
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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 Japan Chin and Pekingese 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 | No data available |
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