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
$1,200-$3,575
$1,050-$3,250
Ongoing annual
$1,000-$2,475
$875-$2,225
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
$1,200-$3,575year one
Food: $450-$950
Vet: $425-$725
Grooming: $50-$600
Gear: $175-$400
Maltipoo
$1,050-$3,250year one
Food: $350-$750
Vet: $400-$700
Grooming: $50-$600
Gear: $150-$350
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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