Bichon Frise vs Havanese vs Maltipoo Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Best for Apartments

🀝 Tie

Easiest Grooming

🀝 Tie

Longest Lifespan

Havanese

14-16 years

Easiest to Train

Maltipoo

4/5 Β· Easy

Most Active

🀝 Tie

Best for First-Time Owners

🀝 Tie

4/6

67%

Bichon Frise

5/6

83%

Havanese

5/6

83%

Maltipoo

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

Basic Info

Origin
Spain
Belgium
Cuba
France
Germany
Popularity
#46
#23
#558
Common Names & Aliases
Bichon A Poil FriseBichon TenerifePurebred BichonTenerife DogBichon Frise
Bichon HabaneroBichon HavanaisBichon HavanesHavanese Cuban BichonHavaneserHavanezerBichon Havanese
MaltapooMalt-A-PooMalte-PooMaltese-PoodleMaltiPoodleMalt-oodlesMoodlemPooMultapooMultipooMulti-PooMaltepoo
Breed Classification
Purebred
Purebred
Cross Breed
Size Classification
Small
Small
SmallMedium
Weight Statistics
3-6 kg
3-6 kg
2.3-9.1 kg, 5-9 kg
Average Weight
4.5 kg
4.5 kg
5.7 kg, 5 kg
Height
Male: 23-30 cm
21-29 cm
25-33 cm
Average Height
Male: 26.5 cm
25 cm
27 cm
Intelligence Rating
3/5
3/5
4/5
Watchdog Rating
3/5
4/5
5/5
Training Difficulty
3/5
5/5
4/5
Territorial Protection
2/5
4/5
3/5
Price Range
$700-$1000
$900-$1200
$400-$2000
Availability
5/5
5/5
4/5
Personality Traits
AffectionatePlayfulSensitiveCheerfulGentleIntelligent
AffectionateGentlePlayfulCompanionableIntelligentResponsiveSturdyLivelyAmiableCharming
ActiveIntelligentAffectionateFunnyObedientCompanionable
Sensitivity Level
4/5
4/5
4/5
Impulse to Wander or Roam
3/5
2/5
4/5
Prey Drive
1/5
4/5
2/5
Affection Level
5/5
5/5
5/5
Social Needs
5/5
5/5
4/5
Barking Frequency
3/5
2/5
5/5
Playful Nature
4/5
5/5
4/5
Apartment Adaptability
5/5
5/5
5/5
Lifestyle Adaptability
5/5
5/5
4/5
Alone Time Tolerance
Very Low
Very Low
Low
Bite Risk Assessment
Low
Low
Low
Mouthing Tendency
3/5
3/5
3/5
Bite Strength Rating
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Average Lifespan
11-15 years
14-16 years
9-13 years
Climate Tolerance
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Health Concerns
3/5
3/5
2/5
Health Problems
AllergiesBladder StonesHip DysplasiaJuvenile CataractsPatellar LuxationVaccination Sensitivity
CataractsChondrodysplasiaDeafnessElbow DysplasiaHeart MurmursHip DysplasiaLegg-perthes DiseaseMitral Valve DiseasePatellar LuxationPortosystemic Liver Shunt
White Dog Shaker SyndromeEpilepsyPatellar LuxationPortosystemic Liver ShuntProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)Legg-perthes Disease
Vet Care Frequency
Average
Average
Frequent
Energy Rating
2/5
3/5
3/5
Sleeping Need
4/5
3/5
3/5
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
2/5
1/5
3/5
Obesity Tendency
4/5
4/5
2/5
Food Consumption
1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Allergy Friendliness
Yes
Yes
Yes
Coat Colors
WhiteApricotBuffCream
BlackReddish-BrownFawnWhiteHavana BrownTobacco
Almost all colorsApricotGoldWhiteGreyCreamBlack
Grooming Requirements
5/5
3/5
3/5
Shedding Level
2/5
1/5
1/5
Drooling Tendency
1/5
1/5
1/5
Stinkiness Rating
Low
Low
Low
Coat Characteristics
Curly
WoollyLongSoftWavyFlat
FluffySoftWoollyWavy
Bathing Needs
3-4 weeks
3-4 weeks
3-4 weeks
Cat Friendly
5/5
5/5
4/5
Child Compatibility
4/5
5/5
4/5
Dog Friendly
5/5
5/5
5/5
Stranger Friendly
5/5
4/5
4/5
Office Friendly
No
No
No
Senior Citizens Friendly
Recommended
Highly Recommended
Recommended
Pet Compatibility
Excellent
Excellent
Good
Good For First Time Owners
Yes
Yes
Yes
Service Dog Capability
Not really
Not really
Yes
Therapy Work Suitability
Yes
Not really
Yes
Scent Detection Ability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Search & Rescue Potential
Not really
Not really
Not really
Maritime Work Ability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Draft Work Capability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Military Service Background
Not really
Not really
Not really
Puppy Litter Size
2-5 puppies
1-9 puppies, average 4
4-6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
60-64 days
60-64 days
60-64 days
Breeding Frequency
Once a year.
Once a year.
Once a year.
AKC Classification
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Non-Sporting breed.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed.
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Not recognized by FCI.
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.
Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
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.The Bichon Frise Club Of America
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 ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.Havanese Club of America
Continental Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Hybrid ClubDesigner Dogs Kennel ClubDesigner Breed RegistryNational Maltipoo ClubMaltipoo Club of America
Winner / Best value