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Compare Maltipoo and Toy Poodle. Which is better: Maltipoo or Toy Poodle or Pomeranian?
Name | Maltipoo | Toy Poodle | Pomeranian |
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Origins | Germany France Italy | Germany France | Germany Poland |
Group | Designer Dogs | Companion Dogs | Companion Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 558 | 449 | 22 |
Reviews | 4 | 5 | 6 |
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 |
Barbone Pudle Teacup Poodle Teddy Poodle |
Deutsche Spitze Pom Pom Spitz Enano Spitz Nain Zwergspitz Zwers Pom |
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Maltipoo vs Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian breed type comparison: | Cross Breed | Purebred | Purebred |
Maltipoo vs Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian Size and Weight Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Maltipoo or Toy Poodle or Pomeranian? Which is the smallest dog, Maltipoo or Toy Poodle or Pomeranian? | Small Medium | Small | Small |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Maltipoo or Toy Poodle or Toy Poodle? Maltipoo vs Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian weight comparison: | 5-20 pounds (2,5-9 kg) | Male: 6-9 pounds (3-4 kg) | 3-7 pounds (1-3 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 12.5 pounds (5,5 kg) | Male: 7.5 pounds (3.5 kg) | 5 pounds (2 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Maltipoo or Toy Poodle or Pomeranian? Maltipoo vs Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian height comparison: | 10-13 inches (25-33 cm) | Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm) | 7-12 inches (18-30 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | 11.5 inches (27 cm) | Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm) | 9.5 inches (24 cm) |
Maltipoo vs Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian Price and Availability Comparison
Price
Which is cheaper, Maltipoo or Toy Poodle or Pomeranian? Which is more expensive? | $400-$2000 | $1000-$1500 | $600-$800 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Maltipoo or Toy Poodle or Pomeranian? | Frequent: The Maltipoo is easier than average to get. | Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows. | Very frequent: The Pomeranian is quite easy to get. |
Maltipoo vs Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Maltipoo vs Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian intelligence: | Smart: The Maltipoo dogs have great intelligence. | Outstanding: Toy Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. | Very smart: Pomeranian is an excellent dog breed. |
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Trainability
Maltipoo vs Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian trainability comparison. | Maltipoo dogs are easy to train. | Toy Poodle dogs are very easy to train. | Pomeranian dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Maltipoo or Toy Poodle or Pomeranian? | Maltipoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Toy Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. | Pomeranian dogs are average watchdogs. |
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Maltipoo or Toy Poodle or Pomeranian?
Which dog is most likely to protect its owner?
Which is the best dog to use for protection? | Maltipoo dogs are average defenders. | Toy Poodle dogs are average defenders. | Pomeranian dogs strongly protect their territory. |
Maltipoo vs Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian Personality and Temperament Comparison
Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Maltipoo or Toy Poodle or Pomeranian? Maltipoo vs Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian behavior/temperament comparison: |
Active Funny Intelligent Affectionate Obedient Companionable |
Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual |
Active Playful Intelligent Friendly Docile Lively Sociable Attentive Trainable Extroverted |
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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. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Maltipoo vs Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian? | High: Maltipoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Toy Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Pomeranian dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Maltipoo vs Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian social needs comparison: | Maltipoo dogs are a social breed. | Toy Poodle dogs are a social breed. | Pomeranian dogs need a lot of social interaction. |
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. | Toy Poodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | Pomeranian dogs are not the biggest explorers. |
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. | Toy Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. | Pomeranian dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. |
Maltipoo vs Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Playfulness
Maltipoo vs Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian playfulness comparison: | The Maltipoo is a playful breed. | The Toy Poodle is a playful breed. | Average: Pomeranians, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Maltipoo vs Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian? | A lot: Maltipoo is a particularly loud breed. | Average to High: The Toy Poodle is a vocal breed. | Average to High: The Pomeranian is a vocal breed. |
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Maltipoo or Toy Poodle or Pomeranian? | Very house-friendly dog the Maltipoo breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Toy Poodle breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Pomeranian breed. |
Maltipoo vs Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian 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. | Toy Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Pomeranian dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Maltipoo or Toy Poodle or Pomeranian? | 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. | 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. | Pomeranian dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. |
Maltipoo vs Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Maltipoo or Toy Poodle or Pomeranian? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Maltipoo bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Toy Poodle bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Pomeranian 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 Toy Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Pomeranian has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Maltipoo vs Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian mouthiness comparison: | Maltipoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Toy Poodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Pomeranian dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Maltipoo vs Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian Health and Lifespan Comparison
Health Issues
Maltipoo vs Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian health comparison. Which is the healthier: Maltipoo vs Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian? | Maltipoos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. | The Toy Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Pomeranian 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 Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Maltipoo vs Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian health problems comparison: |
Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Portosystemic Liver Shunt White Dog Shaker Syndrome |
Heart Murmurs Slipped Stifle Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Ear Infections Skin Allergies Canine Diabetes Mellitus Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia |
Cataracts Collapsed Trachea Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Patent Ductus Arteriosis Allergies Hypothyroidism Epilepsy Seizures Dry Eye Heatstroke Heat Intolerance |
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 Toy Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Pomeranian should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Life Expectancy
Maltipoo vs Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian lifespan comparison. How long do Maltipoo, Toy Poodle and Pomeranian 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 Toy Poodle: 15 years |
12-16 years The average lifespan of Pomeranian: 14 years |
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Maltipoo vs Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian? | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Pomeranian can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. |
Maltipoo vs Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Maltipoo or Toy Poodle or Pomeranian?
Maltipoo vs Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian 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. | Toy Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Pomeranian 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 Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Maltipoo or Toy Poodle or Pomeranian? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Maltipoo dogs have an average exercise need. | Toy Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Pomeranian dogs exercise need is minimal. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Maltipoo or Toy Poodle or Pomeranian? | Maltipoo 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. | Pomeranian dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. |
Maltipoo vs Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Maltipoo or Toy Poodle or Pomeranian? | 0.5 to 1.5 cups 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. | Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 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 Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian weight gain potential comparison: | Low to Average: The Maltipoo has a low to the average risk for obesity. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Toy Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Pomeranian's weight, he can easily gain weight. |
Maltipoo vs Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Maltipoo vs Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian coat comparison: |
Fluffy Soft Wavy Woolly |
Dense Curly Thick | Fluffy |
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Colors
What are the original Maltipoo, Toy Poodle and Pomeranian color? |
Black Cream White Grey Gold Apricot Almost all colors |
Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot |
Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Orange |
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Maltipoo or Toy Poodle or Pomeranian? Maltipoo vs Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian grooming comparison: | Average: The Maltipoo requires average grooming effort. | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. | Average: The Pomeranian requires average grooming effort. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Maltipoo or Toy Poodle or Pomeranian? Maltipoo or Toy Poodle or {name3 shedding: | Maltipoo dogs shed none to minimal. | Toy Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. | Pomeranian dogs shed moderately. |
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Maltipoo or Toy Poodle or Pomeranian? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. |
Hypoallergenic
Maltipoo vs Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not? | Yes See more. | Yes See more. | No See more. |
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Maltipoo vs Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian? | Low 🔽 The Maltipoo has a low chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Toy Poodle has a low chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Pomeranian 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. | The Toy Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Pomeranian is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Maltipoo vs Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian Good With Comparison
Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Maltipoo dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. | Toy Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. | Pomeranian dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. |
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Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Maltipoo or Toy Poodle or Pomeranian? Which dog is more friendly? | Maltipoo dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. | Toy Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. | Pomeranian dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. |
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Maltipoo or Toy Poodle or Pomeranian? | Maltipoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Toy Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Pomeranian dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Maltipoo or Toy Poodle or Pomeranian? | Maltipoo dogs are cat-friendly dogs. | Toy Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs. | Pomeranian dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Maltipoo or Toy Poodle or Pomeranian? | Maltipoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Toy Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs. | Pomeranian dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Maltipoo vs Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian? |
Yes Maltipoo 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. |
Yes Pomeranian 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 Toy Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Pomeranian 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. | Toy Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Pomeranians are not the best breed for elderly people. |
Maltipoo vs Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian 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. | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. |
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Maltipoo or Toy Poodle or Pomeranian? Which is better for autism? | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect 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 Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian? | Not really Maltipoo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Toy Poodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Pomeranian 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 Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian 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 Toy Poodle and Pomeranian have? | 4-6 puppies | 2-4 puppies | 2-5 puppies |
Maltipoo vs Toy Poodle vs Pomeranian Recognition Comparison
AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC? | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed. |
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FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI? | Not recognized by FCI. | Not recognized by FCI. | Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz 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 | Dog Registry of America Inc. |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. 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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