Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Cavachon Versus Maltese: Introduction
- Cavachon versus Maltese: Overview
- Cavachon versus Maltese: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cavachon and the Maltese
- The Similarities Between the Cavachon and the Maltese
- Size (Weight and Height) of Cavachon versus Maltese
- Lifespan of Cavachon versus Maltese
- Price of Cavachon versus Price of Maltese
- Tolerates Being Alone: Cavachon versus Maltese
- Do Cavachons shed more than Malteses?
- Which one drools more, the Cavachon or the Maltese
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Cavachon or the Maltese?
- Does the Cavachon Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Maltese?
- Do Cavachons Bark and Howl? What about Malteses?
- Can Cavachons Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Malteses Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Cavachon vs. Maltese
- Can Cavachons Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Malteses Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cavachon or the Maltese?
- Are Cavachons good family dogs? What about Malteses?
- How Kid-friendly are Cavachons and Malteses?
- Is the Cavachon Easier to Train than the Maltese?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cavachon
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Maltese
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Cavachon versus Maltese. Which One is a Better Pet?
Cavachon Versus Maltese: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Cavachon and the Maltese? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Cavachon and the Maltese better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Cavachon and the Maltese.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cavachon and the Maltese is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Cavachon and for the Maltese. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Cavachon and the Maltese.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Cavachon or the Maltese.
Cavachon versus Maltese: Overview
A very important difference between the Cavachon and the Maltese is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Cavachon is a small-sized dog while the Maltese is a tiny-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Cavachon belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
On the other hand, the Maltese belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
Cavachon versus Maltese: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Cavachon to the Maltese based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Cavachon and the Maltese
| Factor | Cavachon | Maltese |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 15 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Height | 12 to 13 inches | 8 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Weight | 15 to 35 pounds | Up to 7 pounds |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 12.5 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $2070 | $2580 |
| Price Range | $1699 – $2500 | $1800 – $3000 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Cavachon in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Maltese. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Cavachon is 87 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Maltese is 82 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Cavachon is a better pet than the Maltese. So, you should get the Cavachon!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Cavachon and the Maltese so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cavachon and the Maltese
Below is a list of where the Cavachon and the Maltese are most different:
The Similarities Between the Cavachon and the Maltese
The Cavachon and the Maltese are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cavachon and the Maltese are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Cavachon versus Maltese
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cavachon and the Maltese.
Cavachons weigh 15 to 35 pounds when fully grown. Cavachons are 12 to 13 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Malteses weigh Up to 7 pounds when fully grown. Malteses are 8 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Cavachon versus Maltese
The lifespan of Cavachons is between 10 to 15 years . The average lifespan of Cavachons is 12.5 years.
The lifespan of Malteses is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Malteses is 13.5 years.
Malteses live longer than Cavachons.
Price of Cavachon versus Price of Maltese
The average price of the Cavachon puppy is $2070. The price of the Cavachon typically ranges from $1699 – $2500. However, the price of a Cavachon can be as low as $475 and as high as $4200. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 416 Cavachon puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Maltese puppy is $2580. The price of the Maltese typically ranges from $1800 – $3000. However, the price of the Maltese can be as low as $500 and as high as $7995. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 413 Maltese puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Maltese is more expensive than the Cavachon.
| Cavachon | Maltese | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2070 | $2580 |
| Price Range | $1699 to $2500 | $1800 to $3000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Cavachon and Maltese. For different price points, the charts show how many Cavachon puppies or how many Maltese puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Cavachons. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Malteses
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Cavachon puppy or the Maltese puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Tolerates Being Alone: Cavachon versus Maltese
Cavachons do not like to be left alone.
Malteses do not like to be left alone.
Do Cavachons shed more than Malteses?
Cavachons do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Malteses do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Cavachon or the Maltese
Cavachons do have a very low tendency to drool.
Malteses do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Cavachon or the Maltese?
Cavachons require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Malteses require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Cavachon Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Maltese?
Cavachons have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Malteses have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Do Cavachons Bark and Howl? What about Malteses?
Cavachons bark and howl, but not very much.
Malteses are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Cavachons Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Malteses Tolerate Cold Weather?
Cavachons can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Malteses cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Cavachon vs. Maltese
Cavachons do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Malteses do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Cavachons Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Malteses Tolerate Hot Weather?
Cavachons can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Malteses can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cavachon or the Maltese?
Cavachons get along very well with other dogs.
Malteses get along very well with other dogs.
Are Cavachons good family dogs? What about Malteses?
Cavachons are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Malteses are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Cavachons and Malteses?
Cavachons get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Malteses get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Cavachon Easier to Train than the Maltese?
Cavachons are very easy to train.
Malteses are very easy to train.
Is the Cavachon Better for Apartment Owners than the Maltese?
Cavachons adapt very well to apartment living.
Malteses adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cavachon or the Maltese?
Cavachons are very good for new dog owners.
Malteses are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cavachon
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Cavachon that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Cavachon:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Maltese
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Maltese that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Maltese:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Cavachon and how the Maltese compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Cavachon and of the Maltese to other breeds:
Cavachon Versus Other Dog Breeds
Cavachon versus Dutch Shepherd Cavachon versus Estrela Mountain Dog Cavachon versus Bich Poo Cavachon versus Newfoundland Cavachon versus Belgian Tervuren Cavachon versus Doberman Pinscher Cavachon versus Maltese Cavachon versus German Shepherd Dog Cavachon versus Karelian Bear Dog Cavachon versus Black Russian Terrier Cavachon versus Australian Shepherd Cavachon versus Bich Poo Cavachon versus Bernedoodle Cavachon versus Sussex Spaniel Cavachon versus Boston Terrier Cavachon versus Yorkipoo Cavachon versus Maltipoo Cavachon versus Cavapoo Cavachon versus Clumber Spaniel Cavachon versus Shiranian Cavachon versus Fila Brasileiro Cavachon versus Belgian Malinois Cavachon versus Treeing Walker Coonhound Cavachon versus Schnoodle Cavachon versus Akita
Maltese Versus Other Dog Breeds
Maltese versus Pointer Maltese versus Karelian Bear Dog Maltese versus Braque du Bourbonnais Maltese versus Pointer Maltese versus Neapolitan Mastiff Maltese versus Briard Maltese versus Whippet Maltese versus Italian Greyhound Maltese versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Maltese versus German Shepherd Dog Maltese versus Cavachon Maltese versus Jack Russell Terrier Maltese versus Irish Water Spaniel Maltese versus Mountain Cur Maltese versus French Spaniel Maltese versus Swedish Vallhund Maltese versus Papillon Maltese versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Maltese versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog Maltese versus Mountain Cur Maltese versus Norfolk Terrier Maltese versus Glen of Imaal Terrier Maltese versus German Longhaired Pointer Maltese versus Shichon Maltese versus Afador
Conclusion: Cavachon versus Maltese. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Cavachon and the Maltese better suits you and your family.