Cavachon vs Maltese Shih Tzu

Compare Cavachons to Maltese Shih Tzus. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between these two breeds.

Cavachon vs Maltese Shih Tzu
Cavachon
Maltese Shih Tzu
Cavachon
Maltese Shih Tzu
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General Details
Cavachon
Maltese Shih Tzu
Breed Type
Hybrid
Hybrid
Allergy Friendly
Maybe
Yes
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-14 Years
Height
12-16 Inches
9-15 Inches
Weight
12-18 Pounds
6-14 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Cavachon
Maltese Shih Tzu
Origin Country
United States
Unspecified
Origin Year
1996 AD
1980 AD
Temperament
Cavachon
Maltese Shih Tzu
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Cavachon
Maltese Shih Tzu
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Living Environment
Cavachon
Maltese Shih Tzu
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
50-75 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Cavachon
Maltese Shih Tzu
Energy Level
Medium to High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Medium
Low
Top Running Speed
15 MPH
12 MPH
Strength
Low
Low
Grooming Needs
Cavachon
Maltese Shih Tzu
Coat Maintenance
Low to High
Medium to High
Shedding
None to Medium
None
Dander
None to Medium
None
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Cavachon
Maltese Shih Tzu
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Cavachon
Maltese Shih Tzu
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Cavachon
Maltese Shih Tzu
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Cavachon
Maltese Shih Tzu
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Cavachon
Maltese Shih Tzu
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Portosystemic shunt
Reverse sneezing
Shaker syndrome
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Cavachon
Maltese Shih Tzu
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Silky
Wavy
Silky
Straight
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Long
Coat Coloring
Cavachon
Maltese Shih Tzu
Breed Colors
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