German Spitz vs Maltese Comparison – Which dog is better Deutscher Spitz or Maltese lion dog?

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Name	German Spitz	Maltese
Origins	Germany	Italy
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	344	33
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deutscher Spitz	Maltese lion dog Maltese Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Spitz vs Maltese breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

German Spitz vs Maltese Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, German Spitz or Maltese? Is the German Spitz bigger than the Maltese breed? Is a German Spitz smaller than a Maltese?	Small Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, German Spitz or Maltese? German Spitz vs Maltese weight comparison:	Male: 24-33 pounds (11-15 kg), Female: 18-27 pounds (8-12 kg)	6.5-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 28.5 pounds (13 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)	6.7 pounds (3.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Spitz or Maltese? Is a German Spitz taller than a Maltese?	Male: 19-23 inches (48-58 cm), Female: 15-19 inches (38-48 cm)	Male: 8-10 inches (21-25 cm), Female: 8-9 inches (20-23 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 21 inches (53 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)	Male: 9 inches (23 cm), Female: 8.5 inches (21.5 cm)

German Spitz vs Maltese Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, German Spitz or Maltese? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between German Spitz and Maltese?	$800-$1000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, German Spitz or Maltese?	Average: The German Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Maltese is quite easy to get.

German Spitz vs Maltese Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a German Spitz or Maltese smarter? Which is best? German Spitz vs Maltese intelligence:	Very smart: German Spitz is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability German Spitz vs Maltese trainability comparison. What's the difference between German Spitz vs Maltese?	German Spitz dogs are easy to train. See more.	Maltese dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: German Spitz or Maltese?	German Spitz dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Maltese dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog German Spitz or Maltese? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	German Spitz dogs are average defenders. See more.	Maltese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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German Spitz vs Maltese Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Spitz or Maltese? German Spitz vs Maltese behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Devoted Lively Attentive Trainable	Active Playful Intelligent Responsive Docile Gentle Tempered Sweet Easygoing
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between German Spitz vs Maltese?	Sensitive: German Spitz dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: German Spitz vs Maltese?	Average: German Spitz dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Maltese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs German Spitz vs Maltese social needs comparison:	German Spitz dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Maltese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between German Spitz vs Maltese?	German Spitz dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Maltese dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between German Spitz vs Maltese? Which can be better for hunting?	German Spitz dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Maltese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

German Spitz vs Maltese Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness German Spitz vs Maltese playfulness comparison:	The German Spitz is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Malteses, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: German Spitz vs Maltese?	Average to High: The German Spitz is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Maltese is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly German Spitz or Maltese?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep German Spitz indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Maltese breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

German Spitz vs Maltese Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: German Spitz dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Maltese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: German Spitz or Maltese?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Maltese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

German Spitz vs Maltese Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: German Spitz or Maltese?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 German Spitz bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Maltese bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a German Spitz more dangerous than a Maltese?	Low 🔽 The German Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Maltese has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? German Spitz vs Maltese mouthiness comparison:	German Spitz dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Maltese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

German Spitz vs Maltese Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues German Spitz vs Maltese health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Spitz vs Maltese?	German Spitzs are commonly healthy dogs.	The Maltese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Spitz vs Maltese? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Spitz vs Maltese health problems comparison:	Luxating Patella Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Dental Problems	Collapsed Trachea Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Portosystemic Liver Shunt Reverse Sneezing Hypoglycemia White Dog Shaker Syndrome
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: German Spitz vs Maltese?	Rare The German Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Maltese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy German Spitz vs Maltese lifespan comparison. How long do German Spitz and Maltese breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the German Spitz and Maltese?	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Spitz: 13 years	14-18 years The average lifespan of Maltese: 16 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Spitz vs Maltese?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

German Spitz vs Maltese Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a German Spitz or Maltese? German Spitz vs Maltese energy level comparison:	German Spitz dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Maltese dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need German Spitz vs Maltese exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Spitz or Maltese? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Spitz dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Maltese dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Spitz or Maltese?	German Spitz dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Maltese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

German Spitz vs Maltese Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: German Spitz or Maltese? Does the German Spitz breed eat more than the Maltese breed?	1 to 1.5 cups 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? German Spitz vs Maltese weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The German Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Maltese has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

German Spitz vs Maltese Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? German Spitz vs Maltese coat comparison:	Dense Straight	Feathered
Colors What are the original German Spitz and Maltese color? German Spitz vs Maltese color comparison:	Black White Orange Tricolor	White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, German Spitz or Maltese? German Spitz vs Maltese grooming comparison:	Advanced: The German Spitz requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Maltese requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Spitz or Maltese? Do German Spitz dogs shed more than Maltese dogs?	German Spitz dogs shed above average. See more.	Maltese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: German Spitz or Maltese?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic German Spitz vs Maltese hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, German Spitz or Maltese?	Medium ⏺ The German Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Maltese has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between German Spitz vs Maltese?	The German Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Maltese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

German Spitz vs Maltese Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	German Spitz dogs are generally with other pets.	Maltese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Spitz or Maltese? Which dog is more friendly?	German Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Maltese dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly German Spitz or Maltese?	German Spitz dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Maltese dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly German Spitz or Maltese?	German Spitz dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Maltese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly German Spitz or Maltese? Can a German Spitz and a Maltese be friends? Do German Spitz dogs get along with Maltese dogs?	German Spitz dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Maltese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: German Spitz vs Maltese?	Yes German Spitz dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Maltese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No German Spitz is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Maltese is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	German Spitzs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Malteses are usually recommended for elderly people.

German Spitz vs Maltese As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: German Spitz or Maltese? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: German Spitz vs Maltese?	Not really German Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Maltese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

German Spitz vs Maltese Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can German Spitz and Maltese have? German Spitz vs Maltese litter size comparison:	2-4 puppies	3-5 puppies
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German Spitz vs Maltese Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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