Old English Bulldog vs Maltese Comparison – Which dog is better English Bulldog or Maltese lion dog?

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Name	Old English Bulldog	Maltese
Origins	England	Italy
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Group	Extinct	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	496	33
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Old English Bulldog and Maltese. What other names are these breeds known by?	English Bulldog	Maltese lion dog Maltese Dog
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between an Old English Bulldog and a Maltese. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Old English Bulldog vs Maltese Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: an Old English Bulldog or a Maltese? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Small
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between an Old English Bulldog and a Maltese. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 50-70 pounds (22-31 kg)	6.5-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (26.5 kg)	6.7 pounds (3.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Old English Bulldog or Maltese? Is an Old English Bulldog taller than a Maltese?	Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 16-19 inches (40-48 cm)	Male: 8-10 inches (21-25 cm), Female: 8-9 inches (20-23 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)	Male: 9 inches (23 cm), Female: 8.5 inches (21.5 cm)

Old English Bulldog vs Maltese Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between an Old English Bulldog and a Maltese. Which breed costs more?	Unavailable	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Old English Bulldog or Maltese?	Unavailable: This dog breed, unfortunately, is no longer available, it may even be extinct.	Very frequent: The Maltese is quite easy to get.

Old English Bulldog vs Maltese Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: an Old English Bulldog or a Maltese? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: an Old English Bulldog or a Maltese? Compare training requirements.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Maltese dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: an Old English Bulldog or a Maltese? Compare alertness levels.	Old English Bulldog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Maltese dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: an Old English Bulldog or a Maltese? Compare territorial behaviors.	Old English Bulldog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Maltese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Old English Bulldog vs Maltese Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of an Old English Bulldog and a Maltese. How do their temperaments differ?	Loving Alert Courageous Confident Friendly Strong	Active Playful Intelligent Responsive Docile Gentle Tempered Sweet Easygoing
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Old English Bulldog vs Maltese?	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: Old English Bulldog vs Maltese?	High: Old English Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Maltese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Old English Bulldog vs Maltese social needs comparison:	Old English Bulldog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Maltese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Old English Bulldog vs Maltese?	Old English Bulldog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Maltese dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Old English Bulldog vs Maltese? Which can be better for hunting?	Old English Bulldog 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.	Maltese 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

Old English Bulldog vs Maltese Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: an Old English Bulldog or a Maltese? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low: The Old English Bulldog barks none to minimal. See more.	A lot: Maltese 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: an Old English Bulldog or a Maltese? Compare play drive and energy.	Old English Bulldogs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Malteses, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: an Old English Bulldog or a Maltese? Compare living space needs.	Very house-friendly dog the Old English Bulldog breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Maltese breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Old English Bulldog vs Maltese Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: an Old English Bulldog or a Maltese? Compare adaptability levels.	Old English Bulldog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Maltese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Old English Bulldog or Maltese?	Old English Bulldog 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.	Maltese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Old English Bulldog vs Maltese Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: an Old English Bulldog or a Maltese? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Old English Bulldog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Maltese has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: an Old English Bulldog or a Maltese? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Old English Bulldog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Maltese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: an Old English Bulldog or a Maltese? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Old English Bulldog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Maltese bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Old English Bulldog vs Maltese Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: an Old English Bulldog or a Maltese? Compare average lifespans.	11-13 years The average lifespan of Old English Bulldog: 12 years	14-18 years The average lifespan of Maltese: 16 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: an Old English Bulldog or a Maltese? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between an Old English Bulldog and a Maltese. Which breed is healthier?	The Old English Bulldog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Maltese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Old English Bulldog vs Maltese?	Average The Old English Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Maltese 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: Old English Bulldog vs Maltese? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Old English Bulldog vs Maltese health problems comparison:	No data available	Collapsed Trachea Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Portosystemic Liver Shunt Reverse Sneezing Hypoglycemia White Dog Shaker Syndrome

Old English Bulldog vs Maltese Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: an Old English Bulldog or a Maltese? Compare activity levels.	Old English Bulldog dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Maltese 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 Old English Bulldog vs Maltese exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Old English Bulldog or Maltese? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Old English Bulldog dogs exercise need is minimal.	Maltese dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Old English Bulldog or Maltese?	Old English Bulldog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Maltese 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

Old English Bulldog vs Maltese Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: an Old English Bulldog or a Maltese? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Old English Bulldog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Maltese has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: an Old English Bulldog or a Maltese? Compare daily food needs.	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Old English Bulldog vs Maltese Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: an Old English Bulldog or a Maltese? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Old English Bulldog and Maltese? Compare breed colors.	Black Red White Fawn Brindle Grey	White
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: an Old English Bulldog or a Maltese? Compare maintenance needs.	Effortless: The Old English Bulldog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Maltese requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: an Old English Bulldog or a Maltese? Compare drooling amounts.	The Old English Bulldog is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Maltese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: an Old English Bulldog or a Maltese? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Old English Bulldog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Maltese has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between an Old English Bulldog and a Maltese? Compare fur types.	Fine	Feathered
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: an Old English Bulldog or a Maltese? 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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Old English Bulldog or Maltese? Do Old English Bulldog dogs shed more than Maltese dogs?	Old English Bulldog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Maltese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Old English Bulldog vs Maltese Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: an Old English Bulldog or a Maltese? Compare kid-friendliness.	Old English Bulldog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Maltese dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Old English Bulldog dogs are generally with other pets.	Maltese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Old English Bulldog or Maltese? Which dog is more friendly?	Old English Bulldog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Maltese dogs are very 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 Old English Bulldog or Maltese?	Old English Bulldog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Maltese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Old English Bulldog or Maltese? Can an Old English Bulldog and a Maltese be friends? Do Old English Bulldog dogs get along with Maltese dogs?	Old English Bulldog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Maltese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Old English Bulldog vs Maltese?	No Old English Bulldog dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Maltese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Old English Bulldog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Maltese is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Old English Bulldogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Malteses are usually recommended for elderly people.

Old English Bulldog vs Maltese As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: an Old English Bulldog or a Maltese? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used 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: an Old English Bulldog or a Maltese? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: an Old English Bulldog or a Maltese? 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: an Old English Bulldog or a Maltese? 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: an Old English Bulldog or a Maltese? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Old English Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Maltese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: an Old English Bulldog or a Maltese? 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 Old English Bulldog and Maltese. Which has stronger military background?	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Old English Bulldog vs Maltese Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Old English Bulldog and Maltese. Which has larger litters?	4-10 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Old English Bulldog and Maltese breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Old English Bulldog and Maltese. 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.

Old English Bulldog vs Maltese Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Old English Bulldog and Maltese. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Old English Bulldog and Maltese. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Old English Bulldog and Maltese. Which is more widely recognized?	No data available	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

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