Japanese Chin vs Maltese
Japanese Chin
The Japanese Chin is an elegant, graceful companion dog with a friendly and charming nature.
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Maltese
The Maltese is a cheerful and affectionate companion dog that bonds closely with its people.
View profile→| Attribute | Japanese Chin | Maltese |
|---|---|---|
| Size | Small | Small |
| Height | 20 - 28 cm | 18 - 23 cm |
| Weight | 4 kg | 3 kg |
| Life Expectancy | 11 years | 14 years |
| FCI Group | Companion and Toy Dogs | Companion and Toy Dogs |
| Grooming | Medium | Medium |
| Shedding | Low | None |
| Energy Level | Low | Low |
| Trainability | Low | Medium |
| Child Friendly | Medium | High |
| Character | The Japanese Chin is an elegant, graceful companion dog with a friendly and charming nature. | The Maltese is a cheerful and affectionate companion dog that bonds closely with its people. |
Comparison
Japanese Chin
Maltese
Summary
The Japanese Chin is a small dog (4 kg) with a life expectancy of 11 years. The Maltese is small (3 kg) and lives 14 years. For grooming, the Japanese Chin rates medium, the Maltese medium. The Japanese Chin scores medium for child-friendliness, the Maltese high. For beginners, the Maltese is the better choice.
Which breed is a better fit?
For Beginners
Maltese has medium trainability with low energy
MalteseFor Families
Maltese has high child-friendliness
MalteseFor Active People
Both breeds are comparable
Low Maintenance
Maltese: grooming medium, shedding none
MalteseFor Apartments
Both breeds are comparable
Frequently Asked Questions
The Japanese Chin is a small dog (4 kg) with low energy. The Maltese is small (3 kg) with low energy. The Japanese Chin lives 11 years, the Maltese 14 years.