Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Goldendoodle Versus Maltese: Introduction
- Goldendoodle versus Maltese: Overview
- Goldendoodle versus Maltese: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Goldendoodle and the Maltese
- The Similarities Between the Goldendoodle and the Maltese
- Size (Weight and Height) of Goldendoodle versus Maltese
- Lifespan of Goldendoodle versus Maltese
- Price of Goldendoodle versus Price of Maltese
- Tolerates Being Alone: Goldendoodle versus Maltese
- Do Goldendoodles shed more than Malteses?
- Which one drools more, the Goldendoodle or the Maltese
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Goldendoodle or the Maltese?
- Does the Goldendoodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Maltese?
- Do Goldendoodles Bark and Howl? What about Malteses?
- Can Goldendoodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Malteses Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Goldendoodle vs. Maltese
- Can Goldendoodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Malteses Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Goldendoodle or the Maltese?
- Are Goldendoodles good family dogs? What about Malteses?
- How Kid-friendly are Goldendoodles and Malteses?
- Is the Goldendoodle Easier to Train than the Maltese?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Goldendoodle
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Maltese
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Goldendoodle versus Maltese. Which One is a Better Pet?
Goldendoodle Versus Maltese: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Goldendoodle 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 Goldendoodle 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 Goldendoodle and the Maltese.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Goldendoodle 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 Goldendoodle 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 Goldendoodle 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 Goldendoodle or the Maltese.
Goldendoodle versus Maltese: Overview
A very important difference between the Goldendoodle and the Maltese is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Goldendoodle is a large-sized dog while the Maltese is a tiny-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Goldendoodle belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.
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.
Goldendoodle versus Maltese: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Goldendoodle 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 Goldendoodle and the Maltese
| Factor | Goldendoodle | Maltese |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 15 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 20 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder | 8 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 50 to 90 pounds | Up to 7 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 12.5 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $2170 | $2580 |
| Price Range | $1500 – $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 Goldendoodle 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 Goldendoodle is 90 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Maltese is 82 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Goldendoodle is a better pet than the Maltese. So, you should get the Goldendoodle!
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 Goldendoodle and the Maltese so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Goldendoodle and the Maltese
Below is a list of where the Goldendoodle and the Maltese are most different:
The Similarities Between the Goldendoodle and the Maltese
The Goldendoodle and the Maltese are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Goldendoodle and the Maltese are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Goldendoodle versus Maltese
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Goldendoodle and the Maltese.
Goldendoodles weigh 50 to 90 pounds when fully grown. Goldendoodles are 20 to 24 inches tall 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 Goldendoodle versus Maltese
The lifespan of Goldendoodles is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Goldendoodles 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 Goldendoodles.
Price of Goldendoodle versus Price of Maltese
The average price of the Goldendoodle puppy is $2170. The price of the Goldendoodle typically ranges from $1500 – $2500. However, the price of a Goldendoodle can be as low as $300 and as high as $32500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 4239 Goldendoodle 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 Goldendoodle.
| Goldendoodle | Maltese | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2170 | $2580 |
| Price Range | $1500 to $2500 | $1800 to $3000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Goldendoodle and Maltese. For different price points, the charts show how many Goldendoodle puppies or how many Maltese puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Goldendoodles. 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 Goldendoodle 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: Goldendoodle versus Maltese
Goldendoodles can be left alone only for a short time.
Malteses do not like to be left alone.
Do Goldendoodles shed more than Malteses?
Goldendoodles 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 Goldendoodle or the Maltese
Goldendoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Malteses do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Goldendoodle or the Maltese?
Goldendoodles are very easy to groom.
Malteses require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Goldendoodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Maltese?
Goldendoodles 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.
Do Goldendoodles Bark and Howl? What about Malteses?
Goldendoodles bark and howl, but not very much.
Malteses are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Goldendoodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Malteses Tolerate Cold Weather?
Goldendoodles can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Malteses cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Goldendoodle vs. Maltese
Goldendoodles 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.
Can Goldendoodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Malteses Tolerate Hot Weather?
Goldendoodles 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 Goldendoodle or the Maltese?
Goldendoodles get along very well with other dogs.
Malteses get along very well with other dogs.
Are Goldendoodles good family dogs? What about Malteses?
Goldendoodles 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 Goldendoodles and Malteses?
Goldendoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Malteses get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Goldendoodle Easier to Train than the Maltese?
Goldendoodles are very easy to train.
Malteses are very easy to train.
Is the Goldendoodle Better for Apartment Owners than the Maltese?
Goldendoodles do not adapt well to apartment living.
Malteses adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Goldendoodle or the Maltese?
Goldendoodles are very good for new dog owners.
Malteses are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Goldendoodle
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Goldendoodle 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 Goldendoodle:
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 Goldendoodle and how the Maltese compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Goldendoodle and of the Maltese to other breeds:
Goldendoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds
Goldendoodle versus Border Collie Goldendoodle versus Karelian Bear Dog Goldendoodle versus Sealyham Terrier Goldendoodle versus English Cocker Spaniel Goldendoodle versus Shetland Sheepdog Goldendoodle versus French Spaniel Goldendoodle versus Saint Berdoodle Goldendoodle versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Goldendoodle versus Lhasapoo Goldendoodle versus Tibetan Mastiff Goldendoodle versus Sealyham Terrier Goldendoodle versus King Shepherd Goldendoodle versus Pyrenean Mastiff Goldendoodle versus Chow Chow Goldendoodle versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier Goldendoodle versus Jack Russell Terrier Goldendoodle versus Dachshund Goldendoodle versus Australian Cattle Dog Goldendoodle versus French Bulldog Goldendoodle versus Pekingese Goldendoodle versus Mudi Goldendoodle versus American Foxhound Goldendoodle versus Peek A Poo Goldendoodle versus Cavapoo Goldendoodle versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Maltese Versus Other Dog Breeds
Maltese versus Mudi Maltese versus American Pit Bull Terrier Maltese versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Maltese versus Pomapoo Maltese versus Pyrenean Mastiff Maltese versus Airedale Terrier Maltese versus Bernese Mountain Dog Maltese versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Maltese versus Bich Poo Maltese versus Cairn Terrier Maltese versus Yorkipoo Maltese versus Cockapoo Maltese versus Welsh Springer Spaniel Maltese versus Beaglier Maltese versus Saint Bernard Maltese versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Maltese versus Cane Corso Maltese versus Shiba Inu Maltese versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Maltese versus Sealyham Terrier Maltese versus Pekingese Maltese versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever Maltese versus Silky Terrier Maltese versus Schnoodle Maltese versus Shihpoo
Conclusion: Goldendoodle 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 Goldendoodle and the Maltese better suits you and your family.