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Name	Maltipoo	Poodle	Peruvian Inca Orchid
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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	Inca Hairless Dog Peruvian Inca Orchid Calato Viringo Perro Sin Pelo de Perú
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Maltipoo vs Poodle vs Peruvian Inca Orchid breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Maltipoo vs Poodle vs Peruvian Inca Orchid Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Maltipoo or Poodle or Peruvian Inca Orchid? Which is the smallest dog, Maltipoo or Poodle or Peruvian Inca Orchid?	Small Medium	Medium	Small Large Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Maltipoo or Poodle or Poodle? Maltipoo vs Poodle vs Peruvian Inca Orchid weight comparison:	5-20 pounds (2,5-9 kg)	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Small: 9–18 pounds (4–8 kg) Medium: 18–26 pounds (8–12 kg) Large: 26–55 pounds (12–25 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)	Small: 13.5 pounds (6 kg) Medium: 22 pounds (10 kg) Large: 40.5 pounds (18.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Maltipoo or Poodle or Peruvian Inca Orchid? Maltipoo vs Poodle vs Peruvian Inca Orchid height comparison:	10-13 inches (25-33 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Small: 10–16 inches (25–40 cm) Medium: 16–20 inches (40–50 cm) Large: 20–26 inches (50–65 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	11.5 inches (27 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Small: 13 inches (32.5 cm) Medium: 18 inches (45 cm) Large: 23 inches (57.5 cm)

Maltipoo vs Poodle vs Peruvian Inca Orchid Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Maltipoo or Poodle or Peruvian Inca Orchid? Which is more expensive?	$400-$2000	$1000-$1500	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Maltipoo or Poodle or Peruvian Inca Orchid?	Frequent: The Maltipoo is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.	Average: The Peruvian Inca Orchid is a commonly available dog breed.

Maltipoo vs Poodle vs Peruvian Inca Orchid Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Maltipoo vs Poodle vs Peruvian Inca Orchid intelligence:	Smart: The Maltipoo dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Maltipoo vs Poodle vs Peruvian Inca Orchid trainability comparison.	Maltipoo dogs are easy to train. See more.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Peruvian Inca Orchid dogs are very 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 Peruvian Inca Orchid?	Maltipoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Peruvian Inca Orchid dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Maltipoo or Poodle or Peruvian Inca Orchid? 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.	Peruvian Inca Orchid dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Maltipoo vs Poodle vs Peruvian Inca Orchid Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Maltipoo or Poodle or Peruvian Inca Orchid? Maltipoo vs Poodle vs Peruvian Inca Orchid behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Funny Intelligent Affectionate Obedient Companionable	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Agile Protective Alert Intelligent Affectionate Lively Noble
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: Peruvian Inca Orchid 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 Peruvian Inca Orchid?	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: Peruvian Inca Orchid 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 Peruvian Inca Orchid social needs comparison:	Maltipoo dogs are a social breed. See more.	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Peruvian Inca Orchid dogs need a lot of social interaction. 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 Peruvian Inca Orchid 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.	Peruvian Inca Orchid dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Maltipoo vs Poodle vs Peruvian Inca Orchid Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Maltipoo vs Poodle vs Peruvian Inca Orchid playfulness comparison:	The Maltipoo is a playful breed. See more.	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	Peruvian Inca Orchids are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Maltipoo vs Poodle vs Peruvian Inca Orchid?	A lot: Maltipoo is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Peruvian Inca Orchid rarely barks. 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 Peruvian Inca Orchid?	Very house-friendly dog the Maltipoo breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle 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 Peruvian Inca Orchid indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Maltipoo vs Poodle vs Peruvian Inca Orchid 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.	Peruvian Inca Orchid dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Maltipoo or Poodle or Peruvian Inca Orchid?	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.	Peruvian Inca Orchid dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Maltipoo vs Poodle vs Peruvian Inca Orchid Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Maltipoo vs Poodle vs Peruvian Inca Orchid Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Maltipoo vs Poodle vs Peruvian Inca Orchid health comparison. Which is the healthier: Maltipoo vs Poodle vs Peruvian Inca Orchid?	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 Peruvian Inca Orchid 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 Peruvian Inca Orchid? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Maltipoo vs Poodle vs Peruvian Inca Orchid 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	Skin Infections Skin Irritation Skin Allergies Dry Skin Irritable Bowel Disease (ibd) Sunburn
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 Peruvian Inca Orchid should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Maltipoo vs Poodle vs Peruvian Inca Orchid lifespan comparison. How long do Maltipoo, Poodle and Peruvian Inca Orchid 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	11-13 years The average lifespan of Peruvian Inca Orchid: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Maltipoo vs Poodle vs Peruvian Inca Orchid?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Maltipoo vs Poodle vs Peruvian Inca Orchid Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Maltipoo or Poodle or Peruvian Inca Orchid? Maltipoo vs Poodle vs Peruvian Inca Orchid 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.	Peruvian Inca Orchid dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Maltipoo vs Poodle vs Peruvian Inca Orchid exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Maltipoo or Poodle or Peruvian Inca Orchid? 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.	Peruvian Inca Orchid dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Maltipoo or Poodle or Peruvian Inca Orchid?	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.	Peruvian Inca Orchid dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Maltipoo vs Poodle vs Peruvian Inca Orchid Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Maltipoo or Poodle or Peruvian Inca Orchid?	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.	0.5 to 2.5 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 Peruvian Inca Orchid 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.	Average: The Peruvian Inca Orchid has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Maltipoo vs Poodle vs Peruvian Inca Orchid Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Maltipoo vs Poodle vs Peruvian Inca Orchid coat comparison:	Fluffy Soft Wavy Woolly	Curly	Hairless
Colors What are the original Maltipoo, Poodle and Peruvian Inca Orchid color?	Black Cream White Grey Gold Apricot Almost all colors	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black Gray Tan White Brown Pink
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Maltipoo or Poodle or Peruvian Inca Orchid? Maltipoo vs Poodle vs Peruvian Inca Orchid 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.	Effortless: The Peruvian Inca Orchid requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Maltipoo or Poodle or Peruvian Inca Orchid? Maltipoo or Poodle or {name3 shedding:	Maltipoo dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Peruvian Inca Orchid 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 Poodle or Peruvian Inca Orchid?	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.	1-2 weeks Very frequent. This breed has famously high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 1-2 weeks. See more.
Hypoallergenic Maltipoo vs Poodle vs Peruvian Inca Orchid hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Maltipoo vs Poodle vs Peruvian Inca Orchid?	Low 🔽 The Maltipoo has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Peruvian Inca Orchid has an average 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 Peruvian Inca Orchid is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Maltipoo vs Poodle vs Peruvian Inca Orchid 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.	Peruvian Inca Orchid dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Maltipoo or Poodle or Peruvian Inca Orchid? Which dog is more friendly?	Maltipoo dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Peruvian Inca Orchid 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 Peruvian Inca Orchid?	Maltipoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Peruvian Inca Orchid dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Maltipoo or Poodle or Peruvian Inca Orchid?	Maltipoo dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Peruvian Inca Orchid dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Maltipoo or Poodle or Peruvian Inca Orchid?	Maltipoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Peruvian Inca Orchid dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Maltipoo vs Poodle vs Peruvian Inca Orchid?	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 Peruvian Inca Orchid 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 Peruvian Inca Orchid 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.	Peruvian Inca Orchids are usually recommended for elderly people.

Maltipoo vs Poodle vs Peruvian Inca Orchid 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 Peruvian Inca Orchid? 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 Peruvian Inca Orchid?	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.	Not really Peruvian Inca Orchid 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 Poodle vs Peruvian Inca Orchid 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 Peruvian Inca Orchid have?	4-6 puppies	2-4 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Maltipoo vs Poodle vs Peruvian Inca Orchid 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 as a Miscellaneous 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 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 New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	No data available

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