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Bichon Frise vs Maltese
📊 Side-by-side stats
12-18 lbs
Weight
4-7 lbs
9-11 in
Height
7-9 in
14-15 yrs
Lifespan
12-15 yrs
$1,000-$2,500
Purchase Price
$1,000-$3,000
$800-$1,500
Annual Cost
$800-$1,500
⭐ Ratings compared
⚡ Energy Level
4 : 3
🧹 Shedding
1 : 1
✂️ Grooming Needs
5 : 5
👶 Kid Friendly
5 : 3
🏢 Apartment Friendly
5 : 5
🛡️ Guard Dog
1 : 1
🎓 Trainability
4 : 3
✅ Choose the Bichon Frise if...
- 🐾kids are part of the household - it's the more patient family dog of this pair
- 🐾you want the easier dog to train - it picks up commands faster than the Maltese
✅ Choose the Maltese if...
- 🐾you want the calmer of the two - it needs noticeably less daily exercise than the Bichon Frise