Mini Goldendoodle vs Maltipoo

Poodles have a lot of offspring and its two most competing breeds are mini Goldendoodle, a mixed breed of Poodle and Golden Retriever, and Maltipoo, a mixed breed of Maltese and Poodle. Due to common inheritance from the Poodle, they share many common traits. But there are a lot of differences like a Maltipoo is shorter in height, smaller in weight, and needs exercise time.

We have already shared a detailed analysis and our findings for the mini Goldendoodle. In this article, we will initially take a brief comparison of both breeds and later discuss each trait one by one. Sounds interesting? Well! We will share some interesting facts with you as well for better comprehension.

Mini Goldendoodle vs Maltipoo – Key Differences

Maltipoo

• Average height: 8 to 14 inches
• Average weight: 5 to 20 pounds
• Lifespan: 10 to 15  years
• Exercise: Half an hour of exercise is sufficient
• Grooming needs: Sheds very low but require regular grooming
• Family-friendly: True but it’s preferred to observe behavior with small kids
• Other pet-friendly: Accepts them when trained and asked to do so
• Trainability: Eager to learn new things and learns easily due to inherited intelligence

Mini Goldendoodle

• Average height: 10 to 29 inches
• Average weight: 40 to 90 pounds
• Lifespan: 10 to 13 years
• Exercise: 1 to 2 hours is preferred
• Grooming needs: Shedding varies from low to medium and grooming is required accordingly.
• Family-friendly: Yes
• Other pet-friendly: Behaves well, especially with dogs and cats but doesn’t give space to other pets like birds, etc.
• Trainability: Eager to get training and learn new things

Maltipoo Breed Overview

A first-generation Maltipoo adopts from a Poodle and Maltese breed. However, there is a possibility of achieving a mixed-breed dog from both Maltipoo parents. So, you will see a lot of differences and variations in the resulting breed.

Personality and Character Traits

The dog is a very small size dog. It’s mostly suited for people living in small or medium apartments. A Maltipoo doesn’t bear to stay alone for very long times without the company of human beings and other pets.

They are not very social but they can accept other people as well if taken care of. They usually don’t bark a lot but when a situation arises then they will start barking very quickly. In terms of making new friends and quickly establishing social bonds, it’s almost a nightmare for them.

Exercise

Due to their smaller size and body structure, they need very little exercise time. Don’t force them to go through lengthy exercise sessions. Simply walking and a minor jogging session will keep the dog mentally and physically active and fit.

You don’t need to take your dog outside much as it can consume its energy indoors as well. It can play with the ball or any other sports accessories very easily. It likes solving different challenges and clearing small tasks.

Teaching

Maltipoos are trained by genetics to please their owners and other family members. Still, we need to train them a little bit to make them more social and obey our orders. Here are some training tips for the little pet:

Health and Care

Like any other mixed-breed dog, a Maltipoo enjoys good health. It may suffer from some common health issues because of genetics. But it is universally believed that mixed breeds, especially small ones tend to live longer than pure breeds due to good health.

Caring is still important even though usually a Maltipoo enjoys good health. Well! They need regular grooming which includes teeth brushing, giving baths and cleaning ears, etc. Due to its smaller size and low shedding, half an hour is sufficient for grooming the dog.

Suitable For People

A Maltipoo is mostly suitable for small families living in small or medium apartments. If you have ample time and want to allow your dog to sit in your lab for a good amount of time, then a Maltipoo can be a good choice. But beware of the fact that they are not suitable for families who have younger kids as they can harm them.

Mini Goldendoodle Overview

A mini Goldendoodle is known for its affection, loyalty, and ownership. Being a mixed breed, it enjoys very good health. If you want to study a detailed description of a mini Goldendoodle, then you should consult our home page. However, for your ease and saving time, here are some key features of the mini Goldendoodle.

Suitable For People

They are active, smart and love to go outside or you can they will go anywhere. They are very good and cooperative with kids, even very small ones. They may contain a small or medium size (height and weight) so they are perfectly suited for medium size apartments and houses.

Pros

Cons

Which is the Best For You?

If you are looking for a very small dog that is hypoallergenic and needs less grooming, training and exercise time, then you should pick up the Maltipoo. However, if you are looking for an active dog that is hypoallergenic and you can spare a decent amount of time for its grooming, then a mini Goldendoodle perfectly suits you situation.       

FAQs

What is a common problem with Maltipoo?

Low blood sugar is the most common problem with Maltipoo.

What does a Maltipoo eat?

They eat nutrition enriched food which contains chicken, fish and eggs etc.

When a Maltipoo fully grows?

It grows completely at the age of 11 months.

What is the average life expectancy of the Maltipoo?

They live an average life of 13 to 16 years.

Why are Maltipoos popular?

They are popular due to smaller size, a good amount of energy and above all being a hypoallergenic dog.

Conclusion

Both mini Goldendoodles and Matipoos are hypoallergenic and share a common inheritance from the Poodle. They share some common traits like affection, loyalty and friendliness. However, they have different responses when it comes to dealing with children and other pets. So, you can choose anyone as per your conditions and requirements.