Breed comparison
Cavapoo vs. Maltipoo
Side-by-side comparison to help you decide which breed fits your lifestyle.
Size
small (9-25 lbs)
toy (5-20 lbs)
Life expectancy
12-15 yrs
10-15 yrs
Activity
moderate
moderate
Grooming
high
high
Coat
curly
curly
Temperament
gentle, affectionate, playful, sociable
affectionate, gentle, playful, smart
First-year cost
$2,540-$5,840
$2,130-$4,860
Ongoing annual
$1,900-$4,430
$1,550-$3,530
Health comparison
Shared concerns
patellar luxationprogressive retinal atrophy
Cavapoo specific
mitral valve disease (from Cavalier)syringomyeliahip dysplasia
Maltipoo specific
dental diseaseepilepsyportosystemic shunt
Cost comparison
Cavapoo
$2,540-$5,840year one
Food: $900-$1,500
Vet: $600-$1,250
Grooming: $400-$1,200
Gear: $240-$360
Maltipoo
$2,130-$4,860year one
Food: $550-$900
Vet: $600-$1,250
Grooming: $400-$1,200
Gear: $180-$280
Which breed is right for you?
Consider a Cavapoo if:
- —You want a calmer, lower-energy companion
- —You live in an apartment or smaller home
- —You're willing to invest in regular grooming
- —You want a longer-lived breed (12-15 yrs)
Consider a Maltipoo if:
- —You want a calmer, lower-energy companion
- —You live in an apartment or smaller home
- —You're willing to invest in regular grooming
- —You want a deeply loyal, bonded companion
Full guide
Cavapoo →
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