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Name	Rhodesian Ridgeback	Podenco Canario	Maltese
Origins	Zimbabwe	Spain	Italy
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	41	279	33
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Other Names What other names do they have?	African Lion Hound African Lion Dog	Canarian Hound Canarian Warren Hound Canary Islands Hound Canary Islands Warren Hound	Maltese lion dog Maltese Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Rhodesian Ridgeback or Podenco Canario or Maltese? Which is the smallest dog, Rhodesian Ridgeback or Podenco Canario or Maltese?	Large	Large	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Rhodesian Ridgeback or Podenco Canario or Podenco Canario? Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese weight comparison:	Male: 80-90 pounds (36-41 kg), Female: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg)	Male: 44-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 37-46 pounds (17-21 kg)	6.5-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 85 pounds (38.5 kg), Female: 70 pounds (31.5 kg)	Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg)	6.7 pounds (3.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Rhodesian Ridgeback or Podenco Canario or Maltese? Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese height comparison:	Male: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 21-25 inches (53-63,5 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 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: 26 inches (66 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	Male: 9 inches (23 cm), Female: 8.5 inches (21.5 cm)

Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Rhodesian Ridgeback or Podenco Canario or Maltese? Which is more expensive?	$900-$1200	$1000-$1200	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Rhodesian Ridgeback or Podenco Canario or Maltese?	Very frequent: The Rhodesian Ridgeback is quite easy to get.	Average: The Podenco Canario is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Maltese is quite easy to get.

Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Podenco Canario dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese trainability comparison.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Podenco Canario dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Maltese dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Rhodesian Ridgeback or Podenco Canario or Maltese?	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Podenco Canario dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Maltese dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Rhodesian Ridgeback or Podenco Canario or Maltese? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Podenco Canario dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Maltese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rhodesian Ridgeback or Podenco Canario or Maltese? Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese behavior/temperament comparison:	Dignified Sensitive Intelligent Loyal Strong Willed Mischievous	Active Intelligent Friendly Calm Fast	Active Playful Intelligent Responsive Docile Gentle Tempered Sweet Easygoing
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Podenco Canario dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese?	High: Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Podenco Canario dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Maltese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese social needs comparison:	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are a social breed. See more.	Podenco Canario dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Maltese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Podenco Canario is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Maltese dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Podenco Canario dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. 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

Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese playfulness comparison:	The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a playful breed. See more.	The Podenco Canario is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Malteses, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese?	Low to Average: The Rhodesian Ridgeback rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Podenco Canario rarely barks. 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
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Rhodesian Ridgeback or Podenco Canario or Maltese?	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 Rhodesian Ridgeback indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Podenco Canario breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Maltese breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Podenco Canario dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Maltese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Rhodesian Ridgeback or Podenco Canario or Maltese?	Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.	Maltese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Rhodesian Ridgeback or Podenco Canario or Maltese?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rhodesian Ridgeback bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Podenco Canario 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
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Rhodesian Ridgeback has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Podenco Canario has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Maltese has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese mouthiness comparison:	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Podenco Canario dogs have an 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.

Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese?	The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Podenco Canarios are commonly healthy dogs.	The Maltese 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: Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Dermoid Sinus Elbow Dysplasia	No data available	Collapsed Trachea Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Portosystemic Liver Shunt Reverse Sneezing Hypoglycemia White Dog Shaker Syndrome
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Rhodesian Ridgeback should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Podenco Canario should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Maltese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese lifespan comparison. How long do Rhodesian Ridgeback, Podenco Canario and Maltese breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Rhodesian Ridgeback: 11 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Podenco Canario: 12 years	14-18 years The average lifespan of Maltese: 16 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese?	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 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.

Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Rhodesian Ridgeback or Podenco Canario or Maltese? Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese energy level comparison:	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Podenco Canario dogs are high-energy 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rhodesian Ridgeback or Podenco Canario or Maltese? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Podenco Canario dogs need a lot of exercises.	Maltese dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Rhodesian Ridgeback or Podenco Canario or Maltese?	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Podenco Canario dogs don't need too much sleep.	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

Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Rhodesian Ridgeback or Podenco Canario or Maltese?	Recommended daily amount: 2 3/4 to 4 3/8 cups of a high-quality daily, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 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
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Rhodesian Ridgeback has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Podenco Canario has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Maltese has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese coat comparison:	Dense	Dense Shiny	Feathered
Colors What are the original Rhodesian Ridgeback, Podenco Canario and Maltese color?	Gray Red White Golden Wheaten Copper	White Brown Yellow Chocolate	White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Rhodesian Ridgeback or Podenco Canario or Maltese? Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Rhodesian Ridgeback requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Podenco Canario requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Maltese requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Rhodesian Ridgeback or Podenco Canario or Maltese? Rhodesian Ridgeback or Podenco Canario or {name3 shedding:	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Podenco Canario dogs shed moderately. See more.	Maltese 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: Rhodesian Ridgeback or Podenco Canario or Maltese?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese?	Medium ⏺ The Rhodesian Ridgeback has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Podenco Canario has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Maltese has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Podenco Canario is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Maltese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Podenco Canario dogs are generally with other pets.	Maltese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Rhodesian Ridgeback or Podenco Canario or Maltese? Which dog is more friendly?	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Podenco Canario dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Maltese dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Rhodesian Ridgeback or Podenco Canario or Maltese?	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Podenco Canario dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Maltese dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Rhodesian Ridgeback or Podenco Canario or Maltese?	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Podenco Canario 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback or Podenco Canario or Maltese?	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Podenco Canario dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Maltese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese?	Yes Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Podenco Canario dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Podenco Canario 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?	Rhodesian Ridgebacks are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Podenco Canarios are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Malteses are usually recommended for elderly people.

Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	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.	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: Rhodesian Ridgeback or Podenco Canario or Maltese? Which is better for autism?	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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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: Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese?	Not really Rhodesian Ridgeback breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Podenco Canario 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.
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	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	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.

Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback and Podenco Canario and Maltese have?	6-8 puppies	6-12 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Podenco Canario vs Maltese Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1955 as a Hound breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type - Hunting Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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 Rhodesian Ridgeback Club Of The US	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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