Maltese Vs Havanese. Havanese originated in the western mediterranean region while maltese in the central mediterranean region. Maltese dogs have a single coat whereas havanese dogs have a double coat.
Owner experience both the havanese and maltese are excellent choices for new or inexperienced owners. Children both breeds are child friendly but the havanese is the most friendly between the breeds. But havanese usually weight 7 to 13 pounds while maltese weight 4 to 9 pounds.
Grooming the maltese requires moderate grooming but the havanese has high grooming.
However it s important to use only positive training methods. They both have the height of roughly 8 to 11 inch. If you plan to train your dog on your own then a havanese might be less trying on your patience than the stubborn shih tzu. Maltese dogs have a single coat whereas havanese dogs have a double coat.
