Maltipoo vs Yorkipoo Comparison – Which dog is better Maltapoo or Yorkipoo?

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Name	Maltipoo	Yorkipoo
Origins	Germany France Italy	United States
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Maltipoo and Yorkipoo. What other names are these breeds known by?	Maltapoo Malt-A-Poo Malte-Poo Maltese-Poodle MaltiPoodle Malt-oodles Moodle mPoo Multapoo Multipoo Multi-Poo Maltepoo	No data available
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Maltipoo and a Yorkipoo. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Cross Breed	Cross Breed

Maltipoo vs Yorkipoo Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Maltipoo or a Yorkipoo? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Small Medium	Small
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Maltipoo and a Yorkipoo. Which breed is heavier?	5-20 pounds (2,5-9 kg)	4-15 pounds (2-7 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	12.5 pounds (5,5 kg)	10.5 pounds (5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Maltipoo or Yorkipoo? Is a Maltipoo taller than a Yorkipoo?	10-13 inches (25-33 cm)	7-8 inches (18-20 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	11.5 inches (27 cm)	7.5 inches (19 cm)

Maltipoo vs Yorkipoo Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Maltipoo and a Yorkipoo. Which breed costs more?	$400-$2000	$500-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Maltipoo or Yorkipoo?	Frequent: The Maltipoo is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Yorkipoo is easier than average to get.

Maltipoo vs Yorkipoo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Maltipoo or a Yorkipoo? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Smart: The Maltipoo dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Yorkipoo dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Maltipoo or a Yorkipoo? Compare training requirements.	Maltipoo dogs are easy to train. See more.	Yorkipoo dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Maltipoo or a Yorkipoo? Compare alertness levels.	Maltipoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Yorkipoo dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Maltipoo or a Yorkipoo? Compare territorial behaviors.	Maltipoo dogs are average defenders. See more.	Yorkipoo dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Maltipoo vs Yorkipoo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Maltipoo and a Yorkipoo. How do their temperaments differ?	Active Funny Intelligent Affectionate Obedient Companionable	Playful Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Companionable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Maltipoo vs Yorkipoo?	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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Maltipoo vs Yorkipoo?	High: Maltipoo 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.
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Social Needs Maltipoo vs Yorkipoo social needs comparison:	Maltipoo dogs are a social breed. See more.	Yorkipoo dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Maltipoo vs Yorkipoo?	The wanderlust potential of the Maltipoo is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Yorkipoo dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Maltipoo vs Yorkipoo? 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.	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 Yorkipoo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Maltipoo or a Yorkipoo? Compare vocalization tendencies.	A lot: Maltipoo is a particularly loud breed. 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
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Maltipoo or a Yorkipoo? Compare play drive and energy.	The Maltipoo is a playful breed. See more.	The Yorkipoo is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Maltipoo or a Yorkipoo? Compare living space needs.	Very house-friendly dog the Maltipoo breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Yorkipoo breed.
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Maltipoo vs Yorkipoo Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Maltipoo or a Yorkipoo? Compare adaptability levels.	Maltipoo dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Yorkipoo dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Maltipoo 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.

Maltipoo vs Yorkipoo Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Maltipoo or a Yorkipoo? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Maltipoo has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Yorkipoo has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Maltipoo or a Yorkipoo? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Maltipoo dogs have an 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.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Maltipoo or a Yorkipoo? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Maltipoo 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

Maltipoo vs Yorkipoo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Maltipoo or a Yorkipoo? Compare average lifespans.	9-13 years The average lifespan of Maltipoo: 11 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Yorkipoo: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Maltipoo or a Yorkipoo? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Maltipoo and a Yorkipoo. Which breed is healthier?	Maltipoos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Yorkipoo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Maltipoo vs Yorkipoo?	Frequent The Maltipoo should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Yorkipoo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Maltipoo vs Yorkipoo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Maltipoo vs Yorkipoo health problems comparison:	Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Portosystemic Liver Shunt White Dog Shaker Syndrome	Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Epilepsy Portosystemic Liver Shunt Atopic Dermatitis Hyperplastic Dermatosis

Maltipoo vs Yorkipoo Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Maltipoo or a Yorkipoo? Compare activity levels.	Maltipoo dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Yorkipoo dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Maltipoo vs Yorkipoo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Maltipoo or Yorkipoo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Maltipoo dogs have an average exercise need.	Yorkipoo dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Maltipoo or Yorkipoo?	Maltipoo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Yorkipoo dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Maltipoo vs Yorkipoo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Maltipoo or a Yorkipoo? Compare obesity risks.	Low to Average: The Maltipoo 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.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Maltipoo or a Yorkipoo? Compare daily food needs.	0.5 to 1.5 cups 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

Maltipoo vs Yorkipoo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Maltipoo or a Yorkipoo? Compare allergy friendliness.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Maltipoo and Yorkipoo? Compare breed colors.	Black Cream White Grey Gold Apricot Almost all colors	Black Gray Tan Red Cream White Silver Sable Chocolate Apricot
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Maltipoo or a Yorkipoo? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Maltipoo requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Yorkipoo doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Maltipoo or a Yorkipoo? Compare drooling amounts.	The Maltipoo 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.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Maltipoo or a Yorkipoo? Compare natural smell levels.	Low 🔽 The Maltipoo has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Yorkipoo has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Maltipoo and a Yorkipoo? Compare fur types.	Fluffy Soft Wavy Woolly	Curly Silky Soft Straight
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Maltipoo or a Yorkipoo? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Maltipoo or Yorkipoo? Do Maltipoo dogs shed more than Yorkipoo dogs?	Maltipoo 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

Maltipoo vs Yorkipoo Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Maltipoo or a Yorkipoo? Compare kid-friendliness.	Maltipoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Yorkipoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Maltipoo dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Yorkipoo dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Maltipoo or Yorkipoo? Which dog is more friendly?	Maltipoo dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Yorkipoo dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Maltipoo or Yorkipoo?	Maltipoo dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	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 Yorkipoo? Can a Maltipoo and a Yorkipoo be friends? Do Maltipoo dogs get along with Yorkipoo dogs?	Maltipoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Yorkipoo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Maltipoo vs Yorkipoo?	Yes Maltipoo 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 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.	Yorkipoos are usually recommended for elderly people.

Maltipoo vs Yorkipoo As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Maltipoo or a Yorkipoo? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Maltipoo or a Yorkipoo? Compare therapy capabilities.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Maltipoo or a Yorkipoo? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Maltipoo or a Yorkipoo? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Maltipoo or a Yorkipoo? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Maltipoo 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.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Maltipoo or a Yorkipoo? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Maltipoo and Yorkipoo. Which has stronger military background?	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 Yorkipoo Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Maltipoo and Yorkipoo. Which has larger litters?	4-6 puppies	3-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Maltipoo and Yorkipoo breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Maltipoo and Yorkipoo. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Maltipoo vs Yorkipoo Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Maltipoo and Yorkipoo. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Maltipoo and Yorkipoo. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Maltipoo and Yorkipoo. Which is more widely recognized?	Continental Kennel Club American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club National Maltipoo Club Maltipoo Club of America	Not recognized by any clubs.

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