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Name	Maltipoo	Poodle	English Cocker Spaniel
Origins	Germany France Italy	Germany France	England
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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	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle	Merry Cocker Woker Cocker
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Maltipoo vs Poodle vs English Cocker Spaniel breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Maltipoo vs Poodle vs English Cocker Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Maltipoo or Poodle or English Cocker Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, Maltipoo or Poodle or English Cocker Spaniel?	Small Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Maltipoo or Poodle or Poodle? Maltipoo vs Poodle vs English Cocker Spaniel weight comparison:	5-20 pounds (2,5-9 kg)	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Male: 28-34 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 26-32 pounds (12-15 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	12.5 pounds (5,5 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	Male: 31 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Maltipoo or Poodle or English Cocker Spaniel? Maltipoo vs Poodle vs English Cocker Spaniel height comparison:	10-13 inches (25-33 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 15-17 inches (38-43 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	11.5 inches (27 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 16 inches (40.5 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm)

Maltipoo vs Poodle vs English Cocker Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

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

Maltipoo vs Poodle vs English Cocker Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Maltipoo vs Poodle vs English Cocker Spaniel intelligence:	Smart: The Maltipoo dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: English Cocker Spaniel is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Maltipoo vs Poodle vs English Cocker Spaniel trainability comparison.	Maltipoo dogs are easy to train. See more.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel 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 Poodle or English Cocker Spaniel?	Maltipoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Maltipoo or Poodle or English Cocker Spaniel? 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.	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Maltipoo vs Poodle vs English Cocker Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Maltipoo or Poodle or English Cocker Spaniel? Maltipoo vs Poodle vs English Cocker Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Funny Intelligent Affectionate Obedient Companionable	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Playful Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Trainable Quiet Faithful
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.	Sensitive: English Cocker Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Maltipoo vs Poodle vs English Cocker Spaniel?	High: Maltipoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: English Cocker Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Maltipoo vs Poodle vs English Cocker Spaniel social needs comparison:	Maltipoo dogs are a social breed. See more.	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel 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.	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the English Cocker Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. 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.	Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel 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 Poodle vs English Cocker Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Maltipoo vs Poodle vs English Cocker Spaniel 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.	Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Maltipoo or Poodle or English Cocker Spaniel?	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.	Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	English Cocker Spaniel 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 Poodle vs English Cocker Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Maltipoo vs Poodle vs English Cocker Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Maltipoo vs Poodle vs English Cocker Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Maltipoo vs Poodle vs English Cocker Spaniel?	Maltipoos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The English Cocker Spaniel 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 Poodle vs English Cocker Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Maltipoo vs Poodle vs English Cocker Spaniel health problems comparison:	Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Portosystemic Liver Shunt White Dog Shaker Syndrome	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Renal Failure
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 Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The English Cocker Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Maltipoo vs Poodle vs English Cocker Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Maltipoo, Poodle and English Cocker Spaniel 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 Poodle: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of English Cocker Spaniel: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Maltipoo vs Poodle vs English Cocker Spaniel?	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 cold weather conditions The English Cocker Spaniel can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Maltipoo vs Poodle vs English Cocker Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Maltipoo vs Poodle vs English Cocker Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Maltipoo or Poodle or English Cocker Spaniel?	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 cups 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 Poodle vs English Cocker Spaniel 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 Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The English Cocker Spaniel breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Maltipoo vs Poodle vs English Cocker Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Maltipoo vs Poodle vs English Cocker Spaniel coat comparison:	Fluffy Soft Wavy Woolly	Curly	Feathered
Colors What are the original Maltipoo, Poodle and English Cocker Spaniel color?	Black Cream White Grey Gold Apricot Almost all colors	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black Tan Blue Golden Liver Roan
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Maltipoo or Poodle or English Cocker Spaniel? Maltipoo vs Poodle vs English Cocker Spaniel grooming comparison:	Average: The Maltipoo requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The English Cocker Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Maltipoo or Poodle or English Cocker Spaniel? Maltipoo or Poodle or {name3 shedding:	Maltipoo dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Maltipoo or Poodle or English Cocker Spaniel?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Maltipoo vs Poodle vs English Cocker Spaniel 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 Poodle vs English Cocker Spaniel?	Low 🔽 The Maltipoo has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The English Cocker Spaniel has a high 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 Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The English Cocker Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Maltipoo vs Poodle vs English Cocker Spaniel Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Maltipoo dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Maltipoo or Poodle or English Cocker Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?	Maltipoo dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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 Poodle or English Cocker Spaniel?	Maltipoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Maltipoo or Poodle or English Cocker Spaniel?	Maltipoo dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Maltipoo or Poodle or English Cocker Spaniel?	Maltipoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Maltipoo vs Poodle vs English Cocker Spaniel?	Yes Maltipoo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes English Cocker Spaniel 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 Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No English Cocker Spaniel 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.	Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	English Cocker Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Maltipoo vs Poodle vs English Cocker Spaniel 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.	Yes This breed makes good 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 Poodle or English Cocker Spaniel? 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 Poodle vs English Cocker Spaniel?	Not really Maltipoo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes English Cocker Spaniel breed usually likes 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 Poodle vs English Cocker Spaniel 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 Poodle and English Cocker Spaniel have?	4-6 puppies	2-4 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Maltipoo vs Poodle vs English Cocker Spaniel 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 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1946 as a Sporting 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 Poodle section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs 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 New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian 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 New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry

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