Breed Comparison: Frenchton Versus Maltipoo

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Frenchton Versus Maltipoo: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Frenchton and the Maltipoo? 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 Maltipoo 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 Maltipoo.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Frenchton and the Maltipoo 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 Maltipoo. 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 Maltipoo.

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 Maltipoo

Frenchton versus Maltipoo: Overview

Both the Frenchton and the Maltipoo are similar in size. The Frenchton and the Maltipoo are both small-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the Frenchton belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

On the other hand, the Maltipoo belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offsprings of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds..

Frenchton versus Maltipoo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Frenchton to the Maltipoo 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 Maltipoo
Height 11 to 14 inches 8 to 14 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 13 years
Weight 15 to 25 pounds 5 to 20 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 4/5
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 1/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 2/5
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 5/5
General Health 4/5 2/5
Easy To Train 4/5 5/5
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 4/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 11.5 years
Average Price $2130 $2020
Price Range $1650 – $2500 $1500 – $2500
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data No Data

*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 Maltipoo. 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 Maltipoo is 86 out of 125.

Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Frenchton is a better pet than the Maltipoo. 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 Maltipoo so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Frenchton and the Maltipoo

Below is a list of where the Frenchton and the Maltipoo are most different:

  • Frenchtons shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies. However, Maltipoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • The Similarities Between the Frenchton and the Maltipoo

    The Frenchton and the Maltipoo are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Frenchton and the Maltipoo are most similar:

  • Both the Frenchton and the Maltipoo do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Maltipoo are not prone to gaining weight easily.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Maltipoo are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Maltipoo have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Maltipoo are very easy to train.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Maltipoo are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Maltipoo adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Maltipoo are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Maltipoo are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Maltipoo get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Maltipoo get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Maltipoo are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Maltipoo are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Frenchton versus Maltipoo

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Frenchton and the Maltipoo.

    Frenchtons weigh 15 to 25 pounds when fully grown. Frenchtons are 11 to 14 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Maltipoos weigh 5 to 20 pounds when fully grown. Maltipoos are 8 to 14 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Price of Frenchton versus Price of Maltipoo

    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 Maltipoo puppy is $2020. The price of the Maltipoo typically ranges from $1500 – $2500. However, the price of a Maltipoo can be as low as $200 and as high as $7850. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 845 Maltipoo puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Frenchton is more expensive than the Maltipoo.

    Frenchton Maltipoo
    Average Price $2130 $2020
    Price Range $1650 to $2500 $1500 to $2500

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Frenchton and Maltipoo. For different price points, the charts show how many Frenchton puppies or how many Maltipoo 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 Frenchtons. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Maltipoos

    A breakdown of the prices of Maltipoos

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Frenchton puppy or the Maltipoo 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 Maltipoo

    Frenchtons do not like to be left alone.

    Maltipoos do not like to be left alone.

    Does the Frenchton Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Maltipoo?

    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.

    Maltipoos 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.

    Can Frenchtons Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Maltipoos Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Frenchtons can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Maltipoos cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Can Frenchtons Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Maltipoos Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Frenchtons can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Maltipoos can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which one drools more, the Frenchton or the Maltipoo

    Frenchtons drool moderately.

    Maltipoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Do Frenchtons Bark and Howl? What about Maltipoos?

    Frenchtons bark and howl, but not very much.

    Maltipoos are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Wanderlust Potential: Frenchton vs. Maltipoo

    Frenchtons have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Maltipoos have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Do Frenchtons shed more than Maltipoos?

    Frenchtons shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Maltipoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Is the Frenchton Easier to Train than the Maltipoo?

    Frenchtons are very easy to train.

    Maltipoos are very easy to train.

    Is the Frenchton Better for Apartment Owners than the Maltipoo?

    Frenchtons adapt very well to apartment living.

    Maltipoos adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Frenchton or the Maltipoo?

    Frenchtons are very good for new dog owners.

    Maltipoos are very good for new dog owners.

    Are Frenchtons good family dogs? What about Maltipoos?

    Frenchtons are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Maltipoos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Frenchtons and Maltipoos?

    Frenchtons get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Maltipoos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Frenchton or the Maltipoo?

    Frenchtons get along very well with other dogs.

    Maltipoos get along very well with other dogs.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Frenchton or the Maltipoo?

    Frenchtons are very easy to groom.

    Maltipoos are moderately 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:

  • Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (77 percent match with Frenchton). Here is our comparison of the Maltipoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
  • Japanese Spitz (75 percent match with Frenchton). Here is our comparison of the Maltipoo vs Japanese Spitz.
  • Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier (77 percent match with Frenchton). Here is our comparison of the Maltipoo vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Maltipoo

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Maltipoo 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 Maltipoo:

  • Chi-Poo (77 percent match with Maltipoo). Here is our comparison of the Frenchton vs Chi-Poo.
  • Yorkipoo (75 percent match with Maltipoo). Here is our comparison of the Frenchton vs Yorkipoo.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Frenchton and how the Maltipoo compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Frenchton and of the Maltipoo to other breeds:

    Frenchton Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Frenchton versus Finnish Spitz     Frenchton versus American Water Spaniel     Frenchton versus Azawakh     Frenchton versus Irish Terrier     Frenchton versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     Frenchton versus Puli     Frenchton versus Skye Terrier     Frenchton versus Tibetan Mastiff     Frenchton versus Sheepadoodle     Frenchton versus Bull Terrier     

    Maltipoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Maltipoo versus Belgian Malinois     Maltipoo versus Japanese Spitz     Maltipoo versus Komondor     Maltipoo versus Keeshond     Maltipoo versus King Shepherd     Maltipoo versus Mal Shi     Maltipoo versus Estrela Mountain Dog     Maltipoo versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle     Maltipoo versus Bluetick Coonhound     Maltipoo versus Bich Poo     

    Conclusion: Frenchton versus Maltipoo. 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 Maltipoo better suits you and your family.