Dachshund vs Maltese
Compare Dachshund and Maltese: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
Dachshund
VS
Maltese
Comparison Table
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Characteristic
Dachshund
Maltese
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
FCI Group
4 – Dachshunds
9 – Companion and Toy Dogs
Height
20 – 27 cm
20 – 25 cm
Weight
3 – 10 kg
3 – 4 kg
Life Expectancy
12 – 14 years
12 – 15 years
Child-Friendly
4/5
3/5
Energy Level
3/5
2/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
2/5
3/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming Needs
2/5
3/5
Shedding
2/5
1/5
Barking Level
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
The 1–5 scale shows the level of each trait. A higher value means more of that trait. Individual animals may vary.
Characteristics
Dachshund
Great with Kids
Low Grooming
Stubborn
Small
Maltese
Tiny
Summary
About Dachshund
Dachshund: bold, long‑backed, short‑legged hunting dog, originally bred for badger and rabbit. Comes in smooth, long and wire coats, standard and miniature sizes. Loyal, scent‑driven, independent and vocal. Needs regular but careful exercise and weight control to protect its spine.
About Maltese
The Maltese is a small, sturdy companion dog with a long, white silky coat and expressive dark eyes. Affectionate and people oriented, it adapts well to apartments with daily walks. It needs regular grooming, dental care and gentle training, and often enjoys a long, active life.
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