Quick Links: Table of Contents
- English Toy Spaniel Versus Mal Shi: Introduction
- English Toy Spaniel versus Mal Shi: Overview
- English Toy Spaniel versus Mal Shi: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the English Toy Spaniel and the Mal Shi
- The Similarities Between the English Toy Spaniel and the Mal Shi
- Size (Weight and Height) of English Toy Spaniel versus Mal Shi
- Price of English Toy Spaniel versus Price of Mal Shi
- Tolerates Being Alone: English Toy Spaniel versus Mal Shi
- How Kid-friendly are English Toy Spaniels and Mal Shis?
- Can English Toy Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Mal Shis Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Can English Toy Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Mal Shis Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which one drools more, the English Toy Spaniel or the Mal Shi
- Wanderlust Potential: English Toy Spaniel vs. Mal Shi
- Is the English Toy Spaniel Easier to Train than the Mal Shi?
- Do English Toy Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Mal Shis?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the English Toy Spaniel or the Mal Shi?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the English Toy Spaniel or the Mal Shi?
- Does the English Toy Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Mal Shi?
- Are English Toy Spaniels good family dogs? What about Mal Shis?
- Do English Toy Spaniels shed more than Mal Shis?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the English Toy Spaniel
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Mal Shi
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: English Toy Spaniel versus Mal Shi. Which One is a Better Pet?
English Toy Spaniel Versus Mal Shi: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the English Toy Spaniel and the Mal Shi? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the English Toy Spaniel and the Mal Shi 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 English Toy Spaniel and the Mal Shi.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the English Toy Spaniel and the Mal Shi 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 English Toy Spaniel and for the Mal Shi. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the English Toy Spaniel and the Mal Shi.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the English Toy Spaniel or the Mal Shi
English Toy Spaniel versus Mal Shi: Overview
A very important difference between the English Toy Spaniel and the Mal Shi is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The English Toy Spaniel is a small-sized dog while the Mal Shi is a tiny-sized dog.
Furthermore, the English Toy Spaniel 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.
On the other hand, the Mal Shi belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offsprings of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds..
English Toy Spaniel versus Mal Shi: Comparison Table
The table below compares the English Toy Spaniel to the Mal Shi 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.
| Factor | English Toy Spaniel | Mal Shi |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 10 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder | From 10 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 12 to 14 years |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Weight | 8 to 14 pounds | 6 to 12 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 13.0 years |
| Average Price | $2350 | $1730 |
| Price Range | $2250 – $2525 | $1300 – $2000 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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*Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the English Toy 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 Mal Shi. 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 a English Toy Spaniel is 74 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Mal Shi is 80 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Mal Shi is a better pet than the English Toy Spaniel. So, you should get the Mal Shi!
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 English Toy Spaniel and the Mal Shi so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the English Toy Spaniel and the Mal Shi
Below is a list of where the English Toy Spaniel and the Mal Shi are most different:
The Similarities Between the English Toy Spaniel and the Mal Shi
The English Toy Spaniel and the Mal Shi are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the English Toy Spaniel and the Mal Shi are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of English Toy Spaniel versus Mal Shi
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the English Toy Spaniel and the Mal Shi.
English Toy Spaniels weigh 8 to 14 pounds when fully grown. English Toy Spaniels are 10 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Mal Shis weigh 6 to 12 pounds when fully grown. Mal Shis are From 10 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Price of English Toy Spaniel versus Price of Mal Shi
The average price of the English Toy Spaniel puppy is $2350. The price of the English Toy Spaniel typically ranges from $2250 – $2525. However, the price of a English Toy Spaniel can be as low as $2000 and as high as $2550. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 3 English Toy Spaniel puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Mal Shi puppy is $1730. The price of the Mal Shi typically ranges from $1300 – $2000. However, the price of a Mal Shi can be as low as $700 and as high as $3500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 216 Mal Shi puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The English Toy Spaniel is more expensive than the Mal Shi.
| English Toy Spaniel | Mal Shi | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2350 | $1730 |
| Price Range | $2250 to $2525 | $1300 to $2000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the English Toy Spaniel and Mal Shi. For different price points, the charts show how many English Toy Spaniel puppies or how many Mal Shi puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of English Toy Spaniels. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Mal Shis
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the English Toy Spaniel puppy or the Mal Shi 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 from 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 one of those puppy mills that 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: English Toy Spaniel versus Mal Shi
English Toy Spaniels do not like to be left alone.
Mal Shis can be left alone only for a short time.
How Kid-friendly are English Toy Spaniels and Mal Shis?
English Toy Spaniels do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Mal Shis get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Can English Toy Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Mal Shis Tolerate Cold Weather?
English Toy Spaniels cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Mal Shis cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Can English Toy Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Mal Shis Tolerate Hot Weather?
English Toy Spaniels cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Mal Shis cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which one drools more, the English Toy Spaniel or the Mal Shi
English Toy Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.
Mal Shis do have a very low tendency to drool.
Wanderlust Potential: English Toy Spaniel vs. Mal Shi
English Toy Spaniels do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Mal Shis do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Is the English Toy Spaniel Easier to Train than the Mal Shi?
English Toy Spaniels are fairly easy to train.
Mal Shis are very easy to train.
Do English Toy Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Mal Shis?
English Toy Spaniels bark and howl, but not very much.
Mal Shis are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Is the English Toy Spaniel Better for Apartment Owners than the Mal Shi?
English Toy Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.
Mal Shis adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the English Toy Spaniel or the Mal Shi?
English Toy Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.
Mal Shis are very good for new dog owners.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the English Toy Spaniel or the Mal Shi?
English Toy Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.
Mal Shis get along fairly well with other dogs.
Which is Easier to Groom, the English Toy Spaniel or the Mal Shi?
English Toy Spaniels are very easy to groom.
Mal Shis require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the English Toy Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Mal Shi?
English Toy Spaniels 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.
Mal Shis 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.
Are English Toy Spaniels good family dogs? What about Mal Shis?
English Toy Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Mal Shis are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Do English Toy Spaniels shed more than Mal Shis?
English Toy Spaniels shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Mal Shis do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the English Toy Spaniel
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the English Toy 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 English Toy Spaniel:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Mal Shi
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Mal Shi 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 Mal Shi:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the English Toy Spaniel and how the Mal Shi compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the English Toy Spaniel and of the Mal Shi to other breeds:
English Toy Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds
English Toy Spaniel versus Portuguese Pointer English Toy Spaniel versus Belgian Sheepdog English Toy Spaniel versus American Pit Bull Terrier English Toy Spaniel versus Silky Terrier English Toy Spaniel versus Dachshund English Toy Spaniel versus Schipperke English Toy Spaniel versus Barbet English Toy Spaniel versus Swedish Vallhund English Toy Spaniel versus Bullmastiff English Toy Spaniel versus Briard
Mal Shi Versus Other Dog Breeds
Mal Shi versus Goldendoodle Mal Shi versus Collie Mal Shi versus Pug Mal Shi versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Mal Shi versus Komondor Mal Shi versus Miniature Schnauzer Mal Shi versus Irish Terrier Mal Shi versus Vizsla Mal Shi versus Bich Poo Mal Shi versus Chi-Poo
Conclusion: English Toy Spaniel versus Mal Shi. 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 English Toy Spaniel and the Mal Shi better suits you and your family.