Differences and Similarities between the Maltese and the Weimaraner.

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Maltese Versus Weimaraner: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Maltese and the Weimaraner 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 Maltese and for the Weimaraner. 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 Maltese and the Weimaraner.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Maltese or the Weimaraner.

Maltese versus Weimaraner

Maltese versus Weimaraner: Overview

A very important difference between the Maltese and the Weimaraner is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Maltese is a tiny-sized dog while the Weimaraner is a large-sized dog.

Furthermore, 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.

On the other hand, the Weimaraner belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.

Maltese versus Weimaraner: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Maltese to the Weimaraner 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 Maltese and the Weimaraner

Factor Maltese Weimaraner
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 5/5 1/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 11 to 13 years
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 5/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 4/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 4/5
General Health 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 1/5
Easygoing 2/5 1/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Height 8 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight Up to 7 pounds 55 to 85 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 12.0 years
Average Price $2580 $1080
Price Range $1800 – $3000 $950 – $1250
Temperament Score 82.4 percent 80.8 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Serum Bile Acid Test
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • HYPERURICOSURIA
  • Hypomyelination
  • Thyroid
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 33 35
    Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) 59 21

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Maltese 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 Weimaraner. 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 Maltese is 82 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Weimaraner is 67 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Maltese is a better pet than the Weimaraner. So, you should get the Maltese!

    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 Maltese and the Weimaraner so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    Maltese versus Weimaraner

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Maltese and the Weimaraner

    Below is a list of where the Maltese and the Weimaraner are most different:

  • Malteses do not have the tendency to drool. However, Weimaraners have a very high tendency to drool.
  • Malteses do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them. However, Weimaraners have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Malteses require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, Weimaraners are very easy to groom.
  • Malteses have low exercise needs. However, Weimaraners require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Malteses adapt well to apartment living. However, Weimaraners do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Malteses are good for new dog owners. However, Weimaraners are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • The Similarities Between the Maltese and the Weimaraner

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

  • Both the Maltese and the Weimaraner do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Maltese and the Weimaraner are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Maltese and the Weimaraner are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Maltese and the Weimaraner get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Maltese and the Weimaraner are very easy to train.
  • Both the Maltese and the Weimaraner are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Maltese and the Weimaraner have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Maltese and the Weimaraner are very playful.
  • Both the Maltese and the Weimaraner are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Maltese versus Weimaraner

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Maltese and the Weimaraner.

    Malteses weigh Up to 7 pounds when fully grown. Malteses are 8 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Weimaraners weigh 55 to 85 pounds when fully grown. Weimaraners are 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Maltese versus Weimaraner

    The lifespan of Malteses is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Malteses is 13.5 years.

    The lifespan of Weimaraners is between 11 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Weimaraners is 12.0 years.

    Malteses live longer than Weimaraners.

    Maltese versus Weimaraner

    Temperament of the Maltese Versus the Weimaraner

    The Maltese has a better temperament than the Weimaraner.

    This is because the temperament score for the Maltese is 82.4 percent while the temperament score for the Weimaraner is 80.8 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 82.4 percent, the Maltese has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 80.8 percent, the Weimaraner has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Maltese and the Weimaraner by measuring the temperaments of 17 Malteses and 224 Weimaraners.

    Price of Maltese versus Price of Weimaraner

    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 reviewing the prices of 413 Maltese puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Weimaraner puppy is $1080. The price of the Weimaraner typically ranges from $950 – $1250. However, the price of the Weimaraner can be as low as $300 and as high as $2000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 114 Weimaraner puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Maltese is more expensive than the Weimaraner.

    Maltese Weimaraner
    Average Price $2580 $1080
    Price Range $1800 to $3000 $950 to $1250

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Maltese and Weimaraner. For different price points, the charts show how many Maltese puppies or how many Weimaraner puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Malteses. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Malteses. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Weimaraners

    A breakdown of the prices of Weimaraners

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Maltese puppy or the Weimaraner 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.

    Maltese versus Weimaraner

    Adopting the Maltese versus Adopting the Weimaraner

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Malteses and many Weimaraners 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 Maltese named Gordon 5 Yr And Thumper 11 Year Father And Son Bonded Malteses Males that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Malteses like Gordon 5 Yr And Thumper 11 Year Father And Son Bonded Malteses Males on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Malteses, Weimaraners are also available for adoption. For example, Kody is a Male Weimaraner that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Weimaraners like Kody that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Maltese and the Weimaraner can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Stewart (Bonded Pair With Gucci) is the name of another Maltese (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    You can find more Malteses and Weimaraners that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Intelligence of the Maltese versus the Intelligence of the Weimaraner

    Maltese Weimaraner
    Intelligence Rank 59 out of 130 dog breeds 21 out of 130 dog breeds
    Trainability Tend To Learn New Commands After 40 To 80 Repetitions! Tend To Learn New Commands After 5 To 15 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:

  • Instinctive Intelligence: This is the natural intelligence a dog has because of what the dog was bred for. This type of intelligence comes from instinct. For example, dog breeds that were bred for guarding will have high `guarding` instinctive intelligence, while dog breeds that were bred for hunting will what high `hunting` instinctive intelligence. However, you cannot compare the intelligence of dog breeds based on instinctive intelligence because such a comparison will not make sense.
  • Adaptive Intelligence (learning and problem-solving ability): This indicates what a dog can learn to do for himself or herself. It includes learning and benefiting from experience with his environment, solving new problems, and so forth. Adaptive intelligence is specific to each dog, and not breed specific. Thus, two dogs can have remarkably different levels of adaptive intelligence even if they are of the same breed.
  • Working/Obedience Intelligence: This intelligence is the closest to what we might call school-learning ability and it is based upon what the dog can learn to do when instructed by humans. Importantly, different dog breeds have different learning abilities. Also, science has shown that some dog breeds can learn faster than some other breeds. This means certain dog breeds tend to have higher working/obedience intelligence than some other breeds. Dogs with high Working/Obedience Intelligence are smart and easy to train.
  • 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 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 Weimaraner has an obedience intelligence rank of 21 out of 130 dog breeds. The Weimaraner belongs to the `Excellent Working Dogs` category. This means that Weimaraners tend to learn new commands after 5 to 15 repetitions.

    The Weimaraner 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 Maltese versus Popularity of Weimaraner

    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 Maltese and the Weimaraner over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Maltese is more popular with dog owners than the Weimaraner. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Maltese is 33 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Weimaraner is 35 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Maltese

    Popularity of Maltese

    Popularity of Weimaraner

    Popularity of Weimaraner

    Year Maltese Popularity Rank Weimaraner Popularity Rank
    2013 27 33
    2014 29 35
    2015 31 34
    2016 33 34
    2017 33 34
    2018 37 36
    2019 36 39
    2020 38 39

    Health Problems of Maltese versus Health Problems of Weimaraner

    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 Maltese and the Weimaraner 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 Weimaraner is prone to more genetic health problems than the Maltese.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Weimaraner than for the Maltese.

    3 health tests are recommended for Maltese while 5 tests are recommended for the Weimaraner.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Malteses and in Weimaraners.

    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:

  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Serum Bile Acid Test
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Malteses here.

    Weimaraner Health Problems

    Weimaraners are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Weimaraner 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 Weimaraner puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Weimaraner 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 Weimaraners for:

  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • HYPERURICOSURIA
  • Hypomyelination
  • Thyroid
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Weimaraners here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Malteses and Weimaraners

    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:

  • Legg-Calve-Perthes problems: Rank 6 out of 40 Dog Breeds
  • Dentition Database problems: Rank 16 out of 49 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 41 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 98 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 139 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • 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 Weimaraner Breed is Dentition Database problems.

    This is because the Weimaraner ranks 44 out of 49 dog breeds for Dentition Database problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 62 Weimaraners, 0 of them had Dentition Database problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Weimaraners, and how common these diseases are in Weimaraners relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Dentition Database problems: Rank 44 out of 49 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 62 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 80 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 113 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 125 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 127 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in Maltese and in Weimaraner and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Maltese and the Weimaraner:

    Disease Maltese Rank Weimaraner Rank
    Legg-Calve-Perthes problems 6 out of 40 dog breeds Not Common
    Dentition Database problems 16 out of 49 dog breeds 44 out of 49 dog breeds
    Patella problems 41 out of 145 dog breeds 80 out of 145 dog breeds
    Hips problems 98 out of 198 dog breeds 127 out of 198 dog breeds
    Eyes problems 139 out of 182 dog breeds 125 out of 182 dog breeds
    Thyroid problems Not Common 62 out of 115 dog breeds
    Elbow problems Not Common 113 out of 144 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: Maltese versus Weimaraner

    Malteses do not like to be left alone.

    Weimaraners do not like to be left alone.

    Do Malteses shed more than Weimaraners?

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

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

    Which one drools more, the Maltese or the Weimaraner

    Malteses do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Weimaraners have a very high tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Maltese or the Weimaraner?

    Malteses require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Weimaraners are very easy to groom.

    Does the Maltese Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Weimaraner?

    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.

    Weimaraners 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 Malteses Bark and Howl? What about Weimaraners?

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

    Weimaraners are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can Malteses Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Weimaraners Tolerate Cold Weather?

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

    Weimaraners can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Maltese vs. Weimaraner

    Malteses do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

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

    Can Malteses Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Weimaraners Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Weimaraners can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Maltese or the Weimaraner?

    Malteses get along very well with other dogs.

    Weimaraners get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Malteses good family dogs? What about Weimaraners?

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are Malteses and Weimaraners?

    Malteses get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Maltese Easier to Train than the Weimaraner?

    Malteses are very easy to train.

    Weimaraners are very easy to train.

    Is the Maltese Better for Apartment Owners than the Weimaraner?

    Malteses adapt very well to apartment living.

    Weimaraners do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Maltese or the Weimaraner?

    Malteses are very good for new dog owners.

    Weimaraners are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    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:

  • Pomapoo (80 percent match with Maltese). Here is our comparison of the Weimaraner vs Pomapoo.
  • Peek A Poo (81 percent match with Maltese). Here is our comparison of the Weimaraner vs Peek A Poo.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Weimaraner

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

  • German Shorthaired Pointer (77 percent match with Weimaraner). Here is our comparison of the Maltese vs German Shorthaired Pointer.
  • German Wirehaired Pointer (77 percent match with Weimaraner). Here is our comparison of the Maltese vs German Wirehaired Pointer.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Maltese Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Maltese versus Peek A Poo     Maltese versus Goldador     Maltese versus Basenji     Maltese versus Bedlington Terrier     Maltese versus Pomeranian     Maltese versus Cesky Terrier     Maltese versus Pomeranian     Maltese versus Finnish Spitz     Maltese versus Boxer     Maltese versus Australian Kelpie     Maltese versus French Spaniel     Maltese versus Manchester Terrier     Maltese versus Bernedoodle     Maltese versus German Shepherd Dog     Maltese versus Puli     Maltese versus Labradoodle     Maltese versus Australian Kelpie     Maltese versus Flat-Coated Retriever     Maltese versus Samoyed     Maltese versus Swedish Vallhund     Maltese versus Norwegian Lundehund     Maltese versus Chinese Crested     Maltese versus Karelian Bear Dog     Maltese versus Lagotto Romagnolo     Maltese versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     

    Weimaraner Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Weimaraner versus German Wirehaired Pointer     Weimaraner versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     Weimaraner versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde     Weimaraner versus Bull Terrier     Weimaraner versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     Weimaraner versus Labrador Retriever     Weimaraner versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     Weimaraner versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Weimaraner versus Basset Hound     Weimaraner versus Aussiedoodle     Weimaraner versus Greyhound     Weimaraner versus Airedale Terrier     Weimaraner versus Beaglier     Weimaraner versus Doberman Pinscher     Weimaraner versus Mal Shi     Weimaraner versus English Toy Spaniel     Weimaraner versus Finnish Spitz     Weimaraner versus Azawakh     Weimaraner versus German Shorthaired Pointer     Weimaraner versus Kooikerhondje     Weimaraner versus Maltese     Weimaraner versus Mountain Cur     Weimaraner versus Goldendoodle     Weimaraner versus German Shepherd Dog     Weimaraner versus Great Dane     

    Conclusion: Maltese versus Weimaraner. 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 Maltese and the Weimaraner better suits you and your family.