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- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Versus Maltese: Introduction
- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Maltese: Overview
- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Maltese: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Maltese
- The Similarities Between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Maltese
- Size (Weight and Height) of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Maltese
- Lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Maltese
- Temperament of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Versus the Maltese
- Price of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Price of Maltese
- Adopting the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Adopting the Maltese
- The Intelligence of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus the Intelligence of the Maltese
- The Popularity of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Popularity of Maltese
- Health Problems of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Health Problems of Maltese
- Tolerates Being Alone: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Maltese
- Do Cavalier King Charles Spaniels shed more than Malteses?
- Which one drools more, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Maltese
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Maltese?
- Does the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Maltese?
- Do Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Malteses?
- Can Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Malteses Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs. Maltese
- Can Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Malteses Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Maltese?
- Are Cavalier King Charles Spaniels good family dogs? What about Malteses?
- How Kid-friendly are Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and Malteses?
- Is the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Easier to Train than the Maltese?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Maltese
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Maltese. Which One is a Better Pet?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Versus Maltese: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Maltese.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Maltese.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Maltese: Overview
A very important difference between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Maltese is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a small-sized dog while the Maltese is a tiny-sized dog.
Furthermore, both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Maltese are Companion Dogs. This means both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Maltese 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.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Maltese: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Maltese
| Factor | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel | Maltese |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 12 to 13 inches at the shoulder | 8 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Weight | 13 to 18 pounds | Up to 7 pounds |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Life Span | 9 to 15 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $2440 | $2580 |
| Price Range | $1800 – $3000 | $1800 – $3000 |
| Temperament Score | 85.5 percent | 82.4 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 18 | 33 |
| Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) | 44 | 59 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is 91 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Maltese is 82 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a better pet than the Maltese. So, you should get the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel!
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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Maltese so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Maltese
Below is a list of where the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Maltese are most different:
The Similarities Between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Maltese
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Maltese are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Maltese are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Maltese
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Maltese.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels weigh 13 to 18 pounds when fully grown. Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are 12 to 13 inches at the shoulder 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Maltese
The lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniels is between 9 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniels is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of Malteses is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Malteses is 13.5 years.
Malteses live longer than Cavalier King Charles Spaniels.
Temperament of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Versus the Maltese
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a better temperament than the Maltese.
This is because the temperament score for the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is 85.5 percent while the temperament score for the Maltese is 82.4 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 85.5 percent, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 82.4 percent, the Maltese has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Maltese by measuring the temperaments of 62 Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and 17 Malteses.
Price of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Price of Maltese
The average price of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppy is $2440. The price of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel typically ranges from $1800 – $3000. However, the price of a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel can be as low as $300 and as high as $29550. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 1217 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
| Cavalier King Charles Spaniel | Maltese | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2440 | $2580 |
| Price Range | $1800 to $3000 | $1800 to $3000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Maltese. For different price points, the charts show how many Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppies or how many Maltese puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Cavalier King Charles Spaniels. 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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.
Adopting the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Adopting the Maltese
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and many Malteses are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male Cavalier King Charles Spaniel named King Charles Cavalier – Willis that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Cavalier King Charles Spaniels like King Charles Cavalier – Willis on pefinder.com.
Also, like Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, Malteses are also available for adoption. For example, Snoopy is a Male Maltese that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Malteses like Snoopy that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Cavalier King Charles is the name of another Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, A1056208 is an adorable Male Maltese on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and Malteses that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Intelligence of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus the Intelligence of the Maltese
| Cavalier King Charles Spaniel | Maltese | |
|---|---|---|
| Intelligence Rank | 44 out of 130 dog breeds | 59 out of 130 dog breeds |
| Trainability | Tend To Learn New Commands After 25 To 40 Repetitions | Tend To Learn New Commands After 40 To 80 Repetitions! |
Professor Stanley Coren, the famous psychology/neuropsychological professor and, dog lover/trainer measured and ranked the intelligence of about 130 different dog breeds.
According to Prof. Stanley Coren, the total intelligence that a dog demonstrates is the addition of three types of intelligence. These intelligence types are:
Prof. Coren showed that the Working/Obedience Intelligence of different dog breeds can be measured reliably. Thus, he was able to rank different dog breeds based on their Working/Obedience Intelligence.
This is important because according to Prof. Coren, 51 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from its genes while 49 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from the dog`s environmental circumstances.
To rank the intelligence of dog breeds, Prof. Coren employed the help of 208 dog obedience judges in North America to fill out a detailed survey on dog obedience. This number represented more than half of all of these judges in North America at the time. He also employed 63 veterinarians and 14 guard dog experts to collect data on the personality of different dog breeds.
Prof. Coren found that the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has an obedience intelligence rank of 44 out of 130 dog breeds. The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel belongs to the `Average Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to learn new commands after 25 to 40 repetitions.
The Maltese has an obedience intelligence rank of 59 out of 130 dog breeds. The Maltese belongs to the `Fair Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Malteses tend to learn new commands after 40 to 80 repetitions!.
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is more intelligent than the Maltese.
However, Prof. Coren noted that a dog should not be judged based on its intelligence alone, that other factors such as sociability, adorability, and compatibility with the owner are other very important factors that new dog owners need to consider when deciding on a new dog.
The Popularity of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Popularity of Maltese
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Maltese over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is more popular with dog owners than the Maltese. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is 18 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Maltese is 33 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Popularity of Maltese
| Year | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Popularity Rank | Maltese Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 18 | 27 |
| 2014 | 19 | 29 |
| 2015 | 18 | 31 |
| 2016 | 19 | 33 |
| 2017 | 19 | 33 |
| 2018 | 18 | 37 |
| 2019 | 16 | 36 |
| 2020 | 17 | 38 |
Health Problems of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Health Problems of Maltese
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.
Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Maltese are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is prone to more genetic health problems than the Maltese.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel than for the Maltese.
4 health tests are recommended for Cavalier King Charles Spaniel while 3 tests are recommended for the Maltese.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and in Malteses.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Health Problems
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Cavalier King Charles Spaniels for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Cavalier King Charles Spaniels here.
Maltese Health Problems
Malteses are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Maltese puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Maltese puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Maltese breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Malteses for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Malteses here.
More Discussions on Health Problems in Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and Malteses
Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Breed is Episodic Falling problems.
This is because the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel ranks 1 out of 1 dog breeds for Episodic Falling problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 454 Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, 3 of them had Episodic Falling problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, and how common these diseases are in Cavalier King Charles Spaniels relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Maltese Breed is Legg-Calve-Perthes problems.
This is because the Maltese ranks 6 out of 40 dog breeds for Legg-Calve-Perthes problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 155 Malteses, 2 of them had Legg-Calve-Perthes problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Malteses, and how common these diseases are in Malteses relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
The table below lists the common health problems in Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and in Maltese and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Maltese:
| Disease | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Rank | Maltese Rank |
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| Episodic Falling problems | 1 out of 1 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Basic Cardiac problems | 3 out of 16 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Degenerative Myelopathy problems | 4 out of 70 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Congenital Cardiac problems | 13 out of 159 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Advanced Cardiac problems | 16 out of 71 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Dentition Database problems | 19 out of 49 dog breeds | 16 out of 49 dog breeds |
| Patella problems | 73 out of 145 dog breeds | 41 out of 145 dog breeds |
| Hips problems | 79 out of 198 dog breeds | 98 out of 198 dog breeds |
| Eyes problems | 101 out of 182 dog breeds | 139 out of 182 dog breeds |
| Elbow problems | 115 out of 144 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Legg-Calve-Perthes problems | Not Common | 6 out of 40 dog breeds |
*To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.
Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Maltese
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels do not like to be left alone.
Malteses do not like to be left alone.
Do Cavalier King Charles Spaniels shed more than Malteses?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels shed moderately.
Malteses do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Maltese
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.
Malteses do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Maltese?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very easy to groom.
Malteses require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Maltese?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Malteses?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Malteses are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Malteses Tolerate Cold Weather?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Malteses cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs. Maltese
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Malteses Tolerate Hot Weather?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Malteses can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Maltese?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.
Malteses get along very well with other dogs.
Are Cavalier King Charles Spaniels good family dogs? What about Malteses?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and Malteses?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Malteses get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Easier to Train than the Maltese?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very easy to train.
Malteses are very easy to train.
Is the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Better for Apartment Owners than the Maltese?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.
Malteses adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Maltese?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.
Malteses are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel:
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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and how the Maltese compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and of the Maltese to other breeds:
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Maltese Versus Other Dog Breeds
Maltese versus Biewer Terrier Maltese versus Mal Shi Maltese versus Welsh Springer Spaniel Maltese versus Lowchen Maltese versus Boxer Maltese versus Borzoi Maltese versus Chow Chow Maltese versus Hovawart Maltese versus English Cocker Spaniel Maltese versus Dalmatian Maltese versus German Shepherd Dog Maltese versus Doberman Pinscher Maltese versus Karelian Bear Dog Maltese versus Afador Maltese versus Peek A Poo Maltese versus Keeshond Maltese versus Border Collie Maltese versus Bernese Mountain Dog Maltese versus Stabyhoun Maltese versus Weimaraner Maltese versus Japanese Chin Maltese versus Standard Poodle Maltese versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Maltese versus Cavachon Maltese versus Chi-Poo
Conclusion: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Maltese better suits you and your family.