Biewer Terrier vs Maltese Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Overall Winner

Biewer Terrier

5/6

categories

Best for Apartments

🀝 Tie

Easiest Grooming

Biewer Terrier

2/5 Β· Low maintenance

Longest Lifespan

Maltese

14-18 years

Easiest to Train

Biewer Terrier

4/5 Β· Easy

Most Active

Biewer Terrier

5/5 Β· Active

Best for First-Time Owners

🀝 Tie

5/6

83%

Biewer Terrier

πŸ‘‘ Winner

3/6

50%

Maltese

* This summary is based on data from our database. Always make your final decision based on your individual needs.

Basic Info

Origin
Germany
Italy
Popularity
#588
#33
Common Names & Aliases
Biewer Γ‘ la Pom PonBiewer YorkieBiewer YorkshireGerman Yorkshire Terrier
Maltese lion dogMaltese Dog
Breed Classification
Purebred
Purebred
Size Classification
Small
Small
Weight Statistics
2.5-4 kg
3-4 kg
Average Weight
3.1 kg
3 kg
Height
18-28 cm
Male: 21-25 cm, Female: 20-23 cm
Average Height
23 cm
Male: 23 cm, Female: 21.5 cm
Intelligence Rating
4/5
2/5
Watchdog Rating
4/5
3/5
Training Difficulty
3/5
3/5
Territorial Protection
3/5
4/5
Price Range
$1500-$1800
$600-$800
Availability
2/5
5/5
Personality Traits
FriendlyPlayfulEnergeticIntelligentStubborn
ActiveEasygoingIntelligentResponsiveDocileGentlePlayfulSweetTempered
Sensitivity Level
3/5
4/5
Impulse to Wander or Roam
1/5
1/5
Prey Drive
1/5
4/5
Affection Level
5/5
5/5
Social Needs
3/5
5/5
Barking Frequency
3/5
5/5
Playful Nature
4/5
3/5
Apartment Adaptability
5/5
5/5
Lifestyle Adaptability
3/5
5/5
Alone Time Tolerance
Moderate
Very Low
Bite Risk Assessment
Low
Low
Mouthing Tendency
3/5
3/5
Bite Strength Rating
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Average Lifespan
11-15 years
14-18 years
Climate Tolerance
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Prefers warm weather
Health Concerns
4/5
3/5
Health Problems
GI tract sensitivityBouts of diarrheaFrequent discolored or soft stoolDental Problems
Collapsed TracheaHypoglycemiaPatellar LuxationPortosystemic Liver ShuntProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)Reverse SneezingWhite Dog Shaker Syndrome
Vet Care Frequency
Rare
Average
Energy Rating
5/5
3/5
Sleeping Need
1/5
3/5
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
3/5
1/5
Obesity Tendency
3/5
3/5
Food Consumption
1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Allergy Friendliness
YesNo
Yes
Coat Colors
PiebaldBlack & White & TanChocolate Tan & WhiteBlue Tan & White
White
Grooming Requirements
2/5
3/5
Shedding Level
1/5
1/5
Drooling Tendency
1/5
1/5
Stinkiness Rating
Low
Medium
Coat Characteristics
LongSoftSilky
Feathered
Bathing Needs
3-4 weeks
6-8 weeks
Cat Friendly
1/5
5/5
Child Compatibility
4/5
4/5
Dog Friendly
3/5
5/5
Stranger Friendly
3/5
5/5
Office Friendly
Yes
No
Senior Citizens Friendly
Recommended
Recommended
Pet Compatibility
Not Good
Excellent
Good For First Time Owners
Yes
Yes
Service Dog Capability
Not really
Not really
Therapy Work Suitability
Not really
Not really
Scent Detection Ability
Not really
Not really
Search & Rescue Potential
Not really
Not really
Maritime Work Ability
Not really
Not really
Draft Work Capability
Not really
Not really
Military Service Background
Not really
Not really
Puppy Litter Size
2-4 puppies
3-5 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
60-64 days
60-64 days
Breeding Frequency
Once a year.
Once a year.
AKC Classification
Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification
Not recognized by FCI.
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.
Kennel Club Recognition
United Kennel Club
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.
Winner / Best value