Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Maltese Versus Westiepoo: Introduction
- Maltese versus Westiepoo: Overview
- Maltese versus Westiepoo: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Maltese and the Westiepoo
- The Similarities Between the Maltese and the Westiepoo
- Size (Weight and Height) of Maltese versus Westiepoo
- Lifespan of Maltese versus Westiepoo
- Price of Maltese versus Price of Westiepoo
- Tolerates Being Alone: Maltese versus Westiepoo
- Do Malteses shed more than Westiepoos?
- Which one drools more, the Maltese or the Westiepoo
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Maltese or the Westiepoo?
- Does the Maltese Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Westiepoo?
- Do Malteses Bark and Howl? What about Westiepoos?
- Can Malteses Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Westiepoos Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Maltese vs. Westiepoo
- Can Malteses Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Westiepoos Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Maltese or the Westiepoo?
- Are Malteses good family dogs? What about Westiepoos?
- How Kid-friendly are Malteses and Westiepoos?
- Is the Maltese Easier to Train than the Westiepoo?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Maltese
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Westiepoo
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Maltese versus Westiepoo. Which One is a Better Pet?
Maltese Versus Westiepoo: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Maltese and the Westiepoo? 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 Westiepoo 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 Westiepoo.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Maltese and the Westiepoo 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 Westiepoo. 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 Westiepoo.
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 Westiepoo.
Maltese versus Westiepoo: Overview
A very important difference between the Maltese and the Westiepoo is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Maltese is a tiny-sized dog while the Westiepoo is a small-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 Westiepoo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Maltese versus Westiepoo: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Maltese to the Westiepoo 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 Westiepoo
| Factor | Maltese | Westiepoo |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 8 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder | 11 to 17 inches |
| Weight | Up to 7 pounds | 20 to 35 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $2580 | $1480 |
| Price Range | $1800 – $3000 | $1150 – $1850 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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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 Westiepoo. 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 Westiepoo is 83 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Westiepoo is a better pet than the Maltese. So, you should get the Westiepoo!
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 Westiepoo so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Maltese and the Westiepoo
Below is a list of where the Maltese and the Westiepoo are most different:
The Similarities Between the Maltese and the Westiepoo
The Maltese and the Westiepoo are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Maltese and the Westiepoo are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Maltese versus Westiepoo
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Maltese and the Westiepoo.
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, Westiepoos weigh 20 to 35 pounds when fully grown. Westiepoos are 11 to 17 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Maltese versus Westiepoo
The lifespan of Malteses is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Malteses is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Westiepoos is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Westiepoos is 13.5 years.
Price of Maltese versus Price of Westiepoo
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 Westiepoo puppy is $1480. The price of the Westiepoo typically ranges from $1150 – $1850. However, the price of the Westiepoo can be as low as $500 and as high as $1999. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 7 Westiepoo puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Maltese is more expensive than the Westiepoo.
| Maltese | Westiepoo | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2580 | $1480 |
| Price Range | $1800 to $3000 | $1150 to $1850 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Maltese and Westiepoo. For different price points, the charts show how many Maltese puppies or how many Westiepoo 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 Westiepoos
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Maltese puppy or the Westiepoo 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: Maltese versus Westiepoo
Malteses do not like to be left alone.
Westiepoos do not like to be left alone.
Do Malteses shed more than Westiepoos?
Malteses do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Westiepoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Maltese or the Westiepoo
Malteses do have a very low tendency to drool.
Westiepoos do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Maltese or the Westiepoo?
Malteses require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Westiepoos are very easy to groom.
Does the Maltese Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Westiepoo?
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.
Westiepoos 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 Westiepoos?
Malteses are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Westiepoos bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Malteses Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Westiepoos Tolerate Cold Weather?
Malteses cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Westiepoos can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Maltese vs. Westiepoo
Malteses do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Westiepoos have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Malteses Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Westiepoos Tolerate Hot Weather?
Malteses can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Westiepoos can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Maltese or the Westiepoo?
Malteses get along very well with other dogs.
Westiepoos get along very well with other dogs.
Are Malteses good family dogs? What about Westiepoos?
Malteses are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Westiepoos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Malteses and Westiepoos?
Malteses get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Westiepoos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Maltese Easier to Train than the Westiepoo?
Malteses are very easy to train.
Westiepoos are very easy to train.
Is the Maltese Better for Apartment Owners than the Westiepoo?
Malteses adapt very well to apartment living.
Westiepoos adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Maltese or the Westiepoo?
Malteses are very good for new dog owners.
Westiepoos are very good 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:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Westiepoo
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Westiepoo 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 Westiepoo:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Maltese and how the Westiepoo compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Maltese and of the Westiepoo to other breeds:
Maltese Versus Other Dog Breeds
Maltese versus Basenji Maltese versus Mountain Cur Maltese versus Yorkipoo Maltese versus English Toy Spaniel Maltese versus Bedlington Terrier Maltese versus Pomchi Maltese versus Black Mouth Cur Maltese versus Boxerdoodle Maltese versus Saint Bernard Maltese versus Kuvasz Maltese versus Pyredoodle Maltese versus Giant Schnauzer Maltese versus Kishu Ken Maltese versus Papipoo Maltese versus Miniature Schnauzer Maltese versus Saint Bernard Maltese versus Fila Brasileiro Maltese versus Kerry Blue Terrier Maltese versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Maltese versus Irish Setter Maltese versus Pointer Maltese versus Bich Poo Maltese versus Boston Terrier Maltese versus Dachshund Maltese versus Irish Terrier
Westiepoo Versus Other Dog Breeds
Westiepoo versus Papipoo Westiepoo versus Chinook Westiepoo versus Schipperke Westiepoo versus Vizsla Westiepoo versus Bull Terrier Westiepoo versus Welsh Springer Spaniel Westiepoo versus Basset Hound Westiepoo versus Belgian Sheepdog Westiepoo versus Newfoundland Westiepoo versus Estrela Mountain Dog Westiepoo versus Keeshond Westiepoo versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Westiepoo versus Standard Poodle Westiepoo versus Miniature Pinscher Westiepoo versus Braque du Bourbonnais Westiepoo versus Sealyham Terrier Westiepoo versus Papillon Westiepoo versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Westiepoo versus Braque du Bourbonnais Westiepoo versus German Pinscher Westiepoo versus French Spaniel Westiepoo versus Norwich Terrier Westiepoo versus Affenpinscher Westiepoo versus Norfolk Terrier Westiepoo versus Valley Bulldog
Conclusion: Maltese versus Westiepoo. 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 Westiepoo better suits you and your family.