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Compare Yorkipoo and Maltipoo. Which is better: Yorkipoo or Maltipoo or Maltese?
Name | Yorkipoo | Maltipoo | Maltese |
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Origins | United States | Germany France Italy | Italy |
Group | Designer Dogs | Designer Dogs | Companion Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 564 | 558 | 33 |
Reviews | 2 | 4 | 3 |
User Ratings |
Other Names
What other names do they have? | No data available |
Maltapoo Malt-A-Poo Malte-Poo Maltese-Poodle MaltiPoodle Malt-oodles Moodle mPoo Multapoo Multipoo Multi-Poo Maltepoo |
Maltese lion dog Maltese Dog |
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese breed type comparison: | Cross Breed | Cross Breed | Purebred |
Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese Size and Weight Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Yorkipoo or Maltipoo or Maltese? Which is the smallest dog, Yorkipoo or Maltipoo or Maltese? | Small | Small Medium | Small |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Yorkipoo or Maltipoo or Maltipoo? Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese weight comparison: | 4-15 pounds (2-7 kg) | 5-20 pounds (2,5-9 kg) | 6.5-9 pounds (3-4 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 10.5 pounds (5 kg) | 12.5 pounds (5,5 kg) | 6.7 pounds (3.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Yorkipoo or Maltipoo or Maltese? Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese height comparison: | 7-8 inches (18-20 cm) | 10-13 inches (25-33 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? | 7.5 inches (19 cm) | 11.5 inches (27 cm) | Male: 9 inches (23 cm), Female: 8.5 inches (21.5 cm) |
Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese Price and Availability Comparison
Price
Which is cheaper, Yorkipoo or Maltipoo or Maltese? Which is more expensive? | $500-$1000 | $400-$2000 | $600-$800 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Yorkipoo or Maltipoo or Maltese? | Frequent: The Yorkipoo is easier than average to get. | Frequent: The Maltipoo is easier than average to get. | Very frequent: The Maltese is quite easy to get. |
Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese intelligence: | Smart: The Yorkipoo dogs have great intelligence. | Smart: The Maltipoo dogs have great intelligence. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. |
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Trainability
Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese trainability comparison. | Yorkipoo dogs are easy to train. | Maltipoo dogs are easy to train. | Maltese dogs are quite easy to train. |
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Yorkipoo or Maltipoo or Maltese? | Yorkipoo dogs are average watchdogs. | Maltipoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Maltese dogs are average watchdogs. |
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Yorkipoo or Maltipoo or Maltese?
Which dog is most likely to protect its owner?
Which is the best dog to use for protection? | Yorkipoo dogs are average defenders. | Maltipoo dogs are average defenders. | Maltese dogs strongly protect their territory. |
Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese Personality and Temperament Comparison
Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Yorkipoo or Maltipoo or Maltese? Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese behavior/temperament comparison: |
Playful Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Companionable |
Active Funny Intelligent Affectionate Obedient Companionable |
Active Playful Intelligent Responsive Docile Gentle Tempered Sweet Easygoing |
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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: Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese? | High: Yorkipoo 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. | High: Maltese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese social needs comparison: | Yorkipoo dogs need for social interaction is average. | Maltipoo dogs are a social breed. | Maltese dogs need a lot of social interaction. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Yorkipoo dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | The wanderlust potential of the Maltipoo is strong enough to escape from home. | Maltese dogs are not the biggest explorers. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | 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. | Maltipoo dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. | Maltese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. |
Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Playfulness
Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese playfulness comparison: | The Yorkipoo is a highly playful breed. | The Maltipoo is a playful breed. | Average: Malteses, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese? | A lot: Yorkipoo is a particularly loud breed. | A lot: Maltipoo is a particularly loud breed. | A lot: Maltese is a particularly loud breed. |
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Yorkipoo or Maltipoo or Maltese? | Very house-friendly dog the Yorkipoo breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Maltipoo breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Maltese breed. |
Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog? | Yorkipoo dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Maltipoo dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. | Maltese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Yorkipoo or Maltipoo or Maltese? | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | 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. | Maltese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. |
Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Yorkipoo or Maltipoo or Maltese? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Yorkipoo bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Maltipoo bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Maltese bite force: Weak. |
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Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison: | Low 🔽 The Yorkipoo has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Maltipoo has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Maltese has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese mouthiness comparison: | Yorkipoo 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. | Maltese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese Health and Lifespan Comparison
Health Issues
Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese health comparison. Which is the healthier: Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese? | The Yorkipoo 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. | 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: Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese health problems comparison: |
Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Epilepsy Portosystemic Liver Shunt Atopic Dermatitis Hyperplastic Dermatosis |
Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Portosystemic Liver Shunt White Dog Shaker Syndrome |
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 Yorkipoo 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. |
Average The Maltese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Life Expectancy
Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese lifespan comparison. How long do Yorkipoo, Maltipoo and Maltese breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? |
9-15 years The average lifespan of Yorkipoo: 12 years |
9-13 years The average lifespan of Maltipoo: 11 years |
14-18 years The average lifespan of Maltese: 16 years |
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese? | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. |
Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Yorkipoo or Maltipoo or Maltese?
Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese energy level comparison: | Yorkipoo dogs are high-energy dogs. | Maltipoo dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. | Maltese 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
Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Yorkipoo or Maltipoo or Maltese? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Yorkipoo dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Maltipoo dogs have an average exercise need. | Maltese dogs exercise need is very minimal. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Yorkipoo or Maltipoo or Maltese? | Yorkipoo dogs don't need too much sleep. | Maltipoo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Maltese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. |
Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Yorkipoo or Maltipoo or Maltese? | 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. | 0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese weight gain potential comparison: | Low to Average: The Yorkipoo has a low to the average risk for obesity. | Low to Average: The Maltipoo has a low to the average risk for obesity. | Average: The Maltese has an average risk for obesity. |
Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese coat comparison: |
Curly Silky Soft Straight |
Fluffy Soft Wavy Woolly | Feathered |
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Colors
What are the original Yorkipoo, Maltipoo and Maltese color? |
Black Gray Tan Red Cream White Silver Sable Chocolate Apricot |
Black Cream White Grey Gold Apricot Almost all colors | White |
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Yorkipoo or Maltipoo or Maltese? Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese grooming comparison: | Easy to groom: The Yorkipoo doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Average: The Maltipoo requires average grooming effort. | Average: The Maltese requires average grooming effort. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Yorkipoo or Maltipoo or Maltese? Yorkipoo or Maltipoo or {name3 shedding: | Yorkipoo dogs shed none to minimal. | Maltipoo dogs shed none to minimal. | Maltese dogs shed none to minimal. |
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Yorkipoo or Maltipoo or Maltese? | 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. | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. |
Hypoallergenic
Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not? | No See more. | Yes See more. | Yes See more. |
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese? | Low 🔽 The Yorkipoo has a low chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Maltipoo has a low 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 Yorkipoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Maltipoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Maltese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese Good With Comparison
Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Yorkipoo dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets. | Maltipoo dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. | Maltese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. |
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Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Yorkipoo or Maltipoo or Maltese? Which dog is more friendly? | Yorkipoo dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Maltipoo dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. | Maltese dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. |
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Yorkipoo or Maltipoo or Maltese? | Yorkipoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Maltipoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Maltese dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Yorkipoo or Maltipoo or Maltese? | Yorkipoo dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. | Maltipoo dogs are cat-friendly dogs. | Maltese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Yorkipoo or Maltipoo or Maltese? | Yorkipoo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Maltipoo 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: Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese? |
Yes Yorkipoo 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. |
Yes Maltese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Yorkipoo is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Maltipoo 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? | Yorkipoos are usually recommended for elderly people. | Maltipoos are usually recommended for elderly people. | Malteses are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo 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. | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Yorkipoo or Maltipoo or Maltese? Which is better for autism? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
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: Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese? | Not really Yorkipoo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Maltipoo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Maltese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
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. | 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. |
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. |
Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese Reproducibility Comparison
Gestation Length | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
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Litter Frequency | 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. |
Litter Size
How many puppies can Yorkipoo and Maltipoo and Maltese have? | 3-6 puppies | 4-6 puppies | 3-5 puppies |
Yorkipoo vs Maltipoo vs Maltese Recognition Comparison
AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC? | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed. |
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FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI? | Not recognized by FCI. | Not recognized by FCI. | 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? | Not recognized by any clubs. |
Continental Kennel Club American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club National Maltipoo Club Maltipoo Club of America |
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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