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Name	Shih-Poo	Poodle	Mal-Shi
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Pooshi Shoodle	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle	Malti Zu Malt-Tzu Malshi
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Cross Breed

Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Shih-Poo or Poodle or Mal-Shi? Which is the smallest dog, Shih-Poo or Poodle or Mal-Shi?	Small	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Shih-Poo or Poodle or Poodle? Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi weight comparison:	8-15 pounds (4-7 kg) 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	5-15 pounds (2.3-6.8 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	11.5 pounds (5.5 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	10 pounds (2.3-6.8 kg)
Height Which is taller, Shih-Poo or Poodle or Mal-Shi? Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi height comparison:	8-15 inches (20-38 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more	10-20 inces (25-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	11.5 inches (29 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more	10-20 inces (38 cm)

Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Shih-Poo or Poodle or Mal-Shi? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$1000-$1500	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Shih-Poo or Poodle or Mal-Shi?	Frequent: The Shih-Poo is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.	Average: The Mal-Shi is a commonly available dog breed.

Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi intelligence:	Smart: The Shih-Poo dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi trainability comparison.	Shih-Poo dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Mal-Shi dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Shih-Poo or Poodle or Mal-Shi?	Shih-Poo dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Mal-Shi dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Shih-Poo or Poodle or Mal-Shi? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Shih-Poo dogs are average defenders. See more.	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Mal-Shi dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Shih-Poo or Poodle or Mal-Shi? Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Loyal Sweet Companionable	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Playful Loving Independent Alert Intelligent Affectionate Going Social Quiet
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.	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: Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi?	High: Shih-Poo 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: Mal-Shi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi social needs comparison:	Shih-Poo dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Mal-Shi dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Shih-Poo dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Mal-Shi dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Shih-Poo 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.	Mal-Shi 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

Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi playfulness comparison:	The Shih-Poo is a playful breed. See more.	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Mal-Shis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi?	Low to Average: The Shih-Poo rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Mal-Shi barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Shih-Poo or Poodle or Mal-Shi?	Very house-friendly dog the Shih-Poo 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 Mal-Shi indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Shih-Poo or Poodle or Mal-Shi?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Shih-Poo bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Poodle bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Mal-Shi 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 Shih-Poo has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Mal-Shi has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi mouthiness comparison:	Shih-Poo 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.	Mal-Shi dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi?	The Shih-Poo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Mal-Shi is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi health problems comparison:	Heatstroke Dental Problems	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	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Shih-Poo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Mal-Shi should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi lifespan comparison. How long do Shih-Poo, Poodle and Mal-Shi breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Shih-Poo: 15 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Mal-Shi: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Shih-Poo can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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.

Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Shih-Poo or Poodle or Mal-Shi? Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi energy level comparison:	Shih-Poo 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.	Mal-Shi 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 Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Shih-Poo or Poodle or Mal-Shi? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Shih-Poo dogs have an average exercise need.	Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Mal-Shi dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Shih-Poo or Poodle or Mal-Shi?	Shih-Poo 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.	Mal-Shi 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

Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Shih-Poo or Poodle or Mal-Shi?	1 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.	1/4 to 1 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? Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Shih-Poo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Mal-Shi's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi coat comparison:	Curly Straight Curly & Straight	Curly	Silky Soft Wavy Double
Colors What are the original Shih-Poo, Poodle and Mal-Shi color?	Black White Brown Brindle Various combinations	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black Gray White Brown Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Shih-Poo or Poodle or Mal-Shi? Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Shih-Poo doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Mal-Shi requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Shih-Poo or Poodle or Mal-Shi? Shih-Poo or Poodle or {name3 shedding:	Shih-Poo dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Mal-Shi 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: Shih-Poo or Poodle or Mal-Shi?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi?	Low 🔽 The Shih-Poo has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Mal-Shi has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Shih-Poo 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 Mal-Shi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Shih-Poo dogs are generally with other pets.	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Mal-Shi dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Shih-Poo or Poodle or Mal-Shi? Which dog is more friendly?	Shih-Poo dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Mal-Shi 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 Shih-Poo or Poodle or Mal-Shi?	Shih-Poo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Mal-Shi dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Shih-Poo or Poodle or Mal-Shi?	Shih-Poo dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Mal-Shi dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Shih-Poo or Poodle or Mal-Shi?	Shih-Poo dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Mal-Shi dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi?	Yes Shih-Poo 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 Mal-Shi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Shih-Poo is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Mal-Shi is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Shih-Poos are commonly okay with elderly people.	Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Mal-Shis are usually recommended for elderly people.

Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi 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.	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: Shih-Poo or Poodle or Mal-Shi? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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: Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi?	Not really Shih-Poo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Mal-Shi 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.

Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi 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 Shih-Poo and Poodle and Mal-Shi have?	3-4 puppies	2-4 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Shih-Poo vs Poodle vs Mal-Shi 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.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Not recognized by any clubs.	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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