Toy Poodle vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo Comparison - Dog breed selector: Barbone or Malti Zu or Maltapoo? Find the right dog for you
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Compare Toy Poodle and Mal-Shi. Which is better: Toy Poodle or Mal-Shi or Maltipoo?
Name | Toy Poodle | Mal-Shi | Maltipoo |
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Origins | Germany France | United States Canada | Germany France Italy |
Group | Companion Dogs | Companion Dogs | Designer Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 449 | 222 | 558 |
Reviews | 5 | 2 | 4 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo breeds. |
Barbone Pudle Teacup Poodle Teddy Poodle |
Malti Zu Malt-Tzu Malshi |
Maltapoo Malt-A-Poo Malte-Poo Maltese-Poodle MaltiPoodle Malt-oodles Moodle mPoo Multapoo Multipoo Multi-Poo Maltepoo |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Cross Breed | Cross Breed |
Toy Poodle vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. Which breed is the largest? | Small | Small | Small Medium |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo? Compare adult weight ranges. | Male: 6-9 pounds (3-4 kg) | 5-15 pounds (2.3-6.8 kg) | 5-20 pounds (2,5-9 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 7.5 pounds (3.5 kg) | 10 pounds (2.3-6.8 kg) | 12.5 pounds (5,5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Toy Poodle or Mal-Shi or Maltipoo? Toy Poodle vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo height comparison: | Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm) | 10-20 inces (25-51 cm) | 10-13 inches (25-33 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm) | 10-20 inces (38 cm) | 11.5 inches (27 cm) |
Toy Poodle vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. Find price differences between these breeds. | $1000-$1500 | $800-$1000 | $400-$2000 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Toy Poodle or Mal-Shi or Maltipoo? | Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows. | Average: The Mal-Shi is a commonly available dog breed. | Frequent: The Maltipoo is easier than average to get. |
Toy Poodle vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. Which breed ranks highest? | Outstanding: Toy Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. | Smart: The Maltipoo dogs have great intelligence. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. Which is easiest to train? | Toy Poodle dogs are very easy to train. | Mal-Shi dogs are quite easy to train. | Maltipoo dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. Which breed is most alert? | Toy Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. | Mal-Shi dogs are average watchdogs. | Maltipoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. Which breed is most protective? | Toy Poodle dogs are average defenders. | Mal-Shi dogs strongly protect their territory. | Maltipoo dogs are average defenders. |
Toy Poodle vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo? Compare temperaments. |
Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual |
Playful Loving Independent Alert Intelligent Affectionate Going Social Quiet |
Active Funny Intelligent Affectionate Obedient Companionable |
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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: Toy Poodle vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo? | High: Toy Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Mal-Shi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Maltipoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Toy Poodle vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo social needs comparison: | Toy Poodle dogs are a social breed. | Mal-Shi dogs are a social breed. | Maltipoo dogs are a social breed. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Toy Poodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | Mal-Shi dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | The wanderlust potential of the Maltipoo is strong enough to escape from home. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Toy Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. | 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. | Maltipoo dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. |
Toy Poodle vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. Which breed is most vocal? | Average to High: The Toy Poodle is a vocal breed. | Average: The Mal-Shi barks occasionally. | A lot: Maltipoo is a particularly loud breed. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. Which breed is most playful? | The Toy Poodle is a playful breed. | Average: Mal-Shis, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Maltipoo is a playful breed. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. Which adapts best to small spaces? | Very house-friendly dog the Toy 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. | Very house-friendly dog the Maltipoo breed. |
Toy Poodle vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. Which breed is most flexible? | Toy 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. | Maltipoo dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Toy Poodle or Mal-Shi or Maltipoo? | 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. | 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. | 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 vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Toy Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Mal-Shi has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Maltipoo has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. Which uses mouth most during play? | Toy Poodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Mal-Shi dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Maltipoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Toy Poodle bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Mal-Shi bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Maltipoo bite force: Weak. |
Toy Poodle vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. Which breed lives longest? |
14-16 years The average lifespan of Toy Poodle: 15 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Mal-Shi: 13 years |
9-13 years The average lifespan of Maltipoo: 11 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. Which handles climate changes best? | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. Which has fewer health issues? | The Toy 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. | Maltipoos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. |
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Toy 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. |
Frequent The Maltipoo should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year. |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Toy Poodle vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Toy Poodle vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo health problems comparison: |
Heart Murmurs Slipped Stifle Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Ear Infections Skin Allergies Canine Diabetes Mellitus Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia | No data available |
Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Portosystemic Liver Shunt White Dog Shaker Syndrome |
Toy Poodle vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. Which breed is most active? | Toy 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. | Maltipoo 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
Toy Poodle vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Toy Poodle or Mal-Shi or Maltipoo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Toy Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Mal-Shi dogs have an average exercise need. | Maltipoo dogs have an average exercise need. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Toy Poodle or Mal-Shi or Maltipoo? | Toy 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. | Maltipoo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. |
Toy Poodle vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. Which is most prone to 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 Mal-Shi's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Low to Average: The Maltipoo has a low to the average risk for obesity. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. Which needs most food? | 1/4 to 1 cup 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. | 0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Toy Poodle vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | Yes See more. | No See more. | Yes See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. What colors are available? |
Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot |
Black Gray White Brown Yellow |
Black Cream White Grey Gold Apricot Almost all colors |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. Which requires most maintenance? | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. | Average: The Mal-Shi requires average grooming effort. | Average: The Maltipoo requires average grooming effort. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. Which drools least? | The Toy Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Mal-Shi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Maltipoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. Which has least natural smell? | Low 🔽 The Toy Poodle has a low chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Mal-Shi has a low chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Maltipoo has a low chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. How do their fur characteristics differ? |
Dense Curly Thick |
Silky Soft Wavy Double |
Fluffy Soft Wavy Woolly |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. Which requires most frequent baths? | 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. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Toy Poodle or Mal-Shi or Maltipoo? Toy Poodle or Mal-Shi or {name3 shedding: | Toy Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. | Mal-Shi dogs shed none to minimal. | Maltipoo dogs shed none to minimal. |
Toy Poodle vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. Which is best with kids? | Toy Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Mal-Shi dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Maltipoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Toy Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. | Mal-Shi dogs are generally with other pets. | Maltipoo dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Toy Poodle or Mal-Shi or Maltipoo? Which dog is more friendly? | Toy Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. | Mal-Shi dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Maltipoo dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Toy Poodle or Mal-Shi or Maltipoo? | Toy Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs. | Mal-Shi dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Maltipoo dogs are cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Toy Poodle or Mal-Shi or Maltipoo? | Toy Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs. | Mal-Shi dogs are dog-friendly dogs. | Maltipoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Toy Poodle vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo? |
Yes Toy 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. |
Yes Maltipoo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Toy Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Mal-Shi is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Maltipoo is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Toy Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Mal-Shis are usually recommended for elderly people. | Maltipoos are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Toy Poodle vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used 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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. Which excels in therapy work? | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. Which has best nose work ability? | 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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. Which is best for SAR work? | 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. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Toy Poodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Mal-Shi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Maltipoo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. Which is best for draft work? | 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. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. Which has most military use? | 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. |
Toy Poodle vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. Which has most puppies? | 2-4 puppies | 4-8 puppies | 4-6 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. What's recommended? | 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. |
Toy Poodle vs Mal-Shi vs Maltipoo Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. How are they classified? | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. How are they classified internationally? | Not recognized by FCI. | Not recognized by FCI. | Not recognized by FCI. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Toy Poodle, Mal-Shi, and Maltipoo. Which has most recognition? | Dog Registry of America Inc. | No data available |
Continental Kennel Club American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club National Maltipoo Club Maltipoo Club of America |
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