Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Frenchton Versus Maltese: Introduction
- Frenchton versus Maltese: Overview
- Frenchton versus Maltese: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Frenchton and the Maltese
- The Similarities Between the Frenchton and the Maltese
- Size (Weight and Height) of Frenchton versus Maltese
- Price of Frenchton versus Price of Maltese
- Tolerates Being Alone: Frenchton versus Maltese
- Does the Frenchton Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Maltese?
- Can Frenchtons Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Malteses Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Can Frenchtons Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Malteses Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which one drools more, the Frenchton or the Maltese
- Do Frenchtons Bark and Howl? What about Malteses?
- Wanderlust Potential: Frenchton vs. Maltese
- Do Frenchtons shed more than Malteses?
- Is the Frenchton Easier to Train than the Maltese?
- Are Frenchtons good family dogs? What about Malteses?
- How Kid-friendly are Frenchtons and Malteses?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Frenchton or the Maltese?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Frenchton or the Maltese?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Frenchton
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Maltese
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Frenchton versus Maltese. Which One is a Better Pet?
Frenchton Versus Maltese: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Frenchton and the Maltese? 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 Frenchton 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 Frenchton and the Maltese.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Frenchton 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 Frenchton 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 more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Frenchton 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 Frenchton or the Maltese
Frenchton versus Maltese: Overview
A very important difference between the Frenchton and the Maltese is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Frenchton is a small-sized dog while the Maltese is a tiny-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Frenchton 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.
Frenchton versus Maltese: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Frenchton 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.
| Factor | Frenchton | Maltese |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 11 to 14 inches | 8 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Weight | 15 to 25 pounds | Up to 7 pounds |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| 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 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $2130 | $2580 |
| Price Range | $1650 – $2500 | $1800 – $3000 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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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 Frenchton 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 a Frenchton is 95 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Maltese is 82 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Frenchton is a better pet than the Maltese. So, you should get the Frenchton!
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 Frenchton and the Maltese so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Frenchton and the Maltese
Below is a list of where the Frenchton and the Maltese are most different:
The Similarities Between the Frenchton and the Maltese
The Frenchton and the Maltese are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Frenchton and the Maltese are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Frenchton versus Maltese
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Frenchton and the Maltese.
Frenchtons weigh 15 to 25 pounds when fully grown. Frenchtons are 11 to 14 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.
Price of Frenchton versus Price of Maltese
The average price of the Frenchton puppy is $2130. The price of the Frenchton typically ranges from $1650 – $2500. However, the price of a Frenchton can be as low as $800 and as high as $8000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 230 Frenchton 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 a 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 Frenchton.
| Frenchton | Maltese | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2130 | $2580 |
| Price Range | $1650 to $2500 | $1800 to $3000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Frenchton and Maltese. For different price points, the charts show how many Frenchton puppies or how many Maltese puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Frenchtons. 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 Frenchton 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 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: Frenchton versus Maltese
Frenchtons do not like to be left alone.
Malteses do not like to be left alone.
Does the Frenchton Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Maltese?
Frenchtons have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to 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.
Can Frenchtons Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Malteses Tolerate Cold Weather?
Frenchtons can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Malteses cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Can Frenchtons Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Malteses Tolerate Hot Weather?
Frenchtons 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 one drools more, the Frenchton or the Maltese
Frenchtons drool moderately.
Malteses do have a very low tendency to drool.
Do Frenchtons Bark and Howl? What about Malteses?
Frenchtons bark and howl, but not very much.
Malteses are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Wanderlust Potential: Frenchton vs. Maltese
Frenchtons have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Malteses do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Do Frenchtons shed more than Malteses?
Frenchtons shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Malteses do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Is the Frenchton Easier to Train than the Maltese?
Frenchtons are very easy to train.
Malteses are very easy to train.
Is the Frenchton Better for Apartment Owners than the Maltese?
Frenchtons adapt very well to apartment living.
Malteses adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Frenchton or the Maltese?
Frenchtons are very good for new dog owners.
Malteses are very good for new dog owners.
Are Frenchtons good family dogs? What about Malteses?
Frenchtons 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 Frenchtons and Malteses?
Frenchtons get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Malteses get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Frenchton or the Maltese?
Frenchtons get along very well with other dogs.
Malteses get along very well with other dogs.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Frenchton or the Maltese?
Frenchtons are very easy to groom.
Malteses require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Frenchton
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Frenchton 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 Frenchton:
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 Frenchton and how the Maltese compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Frenchton and of the Maltese to other breeds:
Frenchton Versus Other Dog Breeds
Frenchton versus Westiepoo Frenchton versus Golden Cocker Retriever Frenchton versus Field Spaniel Frenchton versus Australian Shepherd Frenchton versus Siberian Husky Frenchton versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog Frenchton versus Greyhound Frenchton versus Whoodle Frenchton versus Shih Tzu Frenchton versus Brussels Griffon
Maltese Versus Other Dog Breeds
Maltese versus Kishu Ken Maltese versus Bedlington Terrier Maltese versus Black Russian Terrier Maltese versus Lhasapoo Maltese versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever Maltese versus Portuguese Pointer Maltese versus Norwegian Buhund Maltese versus Australian Cattle Dog Maltese versus West Highland White Terrier Maltese versus Schnoodle
Conclusion: Frenchton 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 Frenchton and the Maltese better suits you and your family.