Maltipoo
VS
Havanese
Maltipoo vs Havanese
Compare Maltipoo and Havanese side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Maltipoo
Havanese
Breed type
Crossbreed
Purebred
Height
20 – 30 cm
23 – 27 cm
Weight
3 – 4 kg
4 – 8 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 15 years
14 – 17 years
Child friendly
3/5
3/5
Energy level
3/5
2/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
5/5
Shedding
3/5
1/5
Barking level
3/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
1/5
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Characteristics
Maltipoo
Tiny
Havanese
Easy to train
Small
Summary
About Maltipoo
Maltipoo: small, people‑oriented companion (3–8 kg, 24–35 cm) with a soft, low‑shedding, high‑maintenance coat. Typically affectionate, trainable, and suited to flats or houses with daily walks. Needs gentle training, regular grooming, company, and routine to avoid anxiety and barking.
About Havanese
The Havanese is Cuba’s national toy breed, a sturdy, lively companion with a long, silky, low‑shedding coat. Affectionate and people‑oriented, it suits families, apartments or houses. It needs regular grooming, daily walks, play, mental stimulation, and dislikes long periods alone.
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