Maltese has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Cesky Terrier has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Active
Easygoing
Intelligent
Responsive
Docile
Gentle
Playful
Sweet
Tempered

Calm
Nonaggressive
Reserved
Cheerful
Quiet
Trainable

Malteses are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Cesky Terriers make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Malta

Czech Republic

terrier

scottish, sealyham, dandie dinmont terriers

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

American Kennel Club
American Rare Breed Association
Continental Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale

ancient times

1940s

Toy (AKC:1888)
Companion Breed & Show Breed (UKC)

Terrier (AKC:2011 & UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White

Brown
Gray

Malteses are known for their coat length.

Cesky Terriers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wavy

A Maltese can have a litter of 15-18 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Cesky Terrier can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Malteses are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Cesky Terriers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Obesity

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Hydrocephalus
Dental Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Shaker Dog Syndrome

Scottie Cramp
Cerebellar Abiotrophy

Eye
Knee
Liver Ultrasound
CT Scan
Dental Examination
Physical Examination

Blood
Heart
Physical Examination
Biopsy

Malteses are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Cesky Terriers are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Maltese has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Cesky Terrier has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Malteses require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

Cesky Terriers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Malteses have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Cesky Terriers are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Maltese dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Cesky Terriers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Maltese dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

Cesky Terrier dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Walk, Cuddle, Sleep, Walking, Petting, Sniffing, Exploring, Playing, Running, Snuggle, Chasing, Wrestling, Being cute, Playdate, Go to Park, Frisbee, Swim, Chase, Bath time, Hide & Seek, Off-leash, Eating Snacks, Tag

Walking

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Maltese, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Cesky Terrier, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Malteses usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Cesky Terriers usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Maltese requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Cesky Terriers have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Ideally, Maltese should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Cesky Terrier should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Comb
Deshedder
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 4-7 pound (2 - 3 kg) Maltese feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 13-23 pound (6 - 10 kg) Cesky Terrier feed 2.3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Maltese is somewhere $1.40 - $1.80 per day.

The average cost of a Cesky Terrier is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Maltese is between $42 - $53. This makes an average of $504 - $636 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Cesky Terrier is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Malteses make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Cesky Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Malteses are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Cesky Terriers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Malteses are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Cesky Terriers are not dog-friendly.

Malteses are highly friendly around strangers.

Cesky Terriers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.