Maltese vs American Hairless Terrier
Compare Maltese and American Hairless Terrier: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
Maltese
VS
American Hairless Terrier
Comparison Table
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Characteristic
Maltese
American Hairless Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
FCI Group
9 – Companion and Toy Dogs
3 – Terriers
Height
20 – 25 cm
31 – 41 cm
Weight
3 – 4 kg
3 – 12 kg
Life Expectancy
12 – 15 years
14 – 16 years
Child-Friendly
3/5
3/5
Energy Level
2/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming Needs
3/5
1/5
Shedding
1/5
1/5
Barking Level
3/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
3/5
The 1–5 scale shows the level of each trait. A higher value means more of that trait. Individual animals may vary.
Characteristics
Maltese
Tiny
American Hairless Terrier
Low Grooming
Small
Summary
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.
About American Hairless Terrier
Small, lively terrier available in hairless and coated forms, usually 25–46 cm and 5–12 kg. Very people-focused, indoor-oriented, and low-shedding, often suiting allergy-prone owners. Needs moderate daily exercise, mental stimulation, skin protection, and consistent, positive training.
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