Malti-Poo

5-20 lbs
8-14"
United States
Maltese
Poodle
Malti-Doodle, Malt-A-Doodle, Maltidoodle, Maltedoodle, Malt-oodle, Malt-A-Poo, Malta-Poo, Malta Poo, Malti-Poodle, Malte-Poo, Maltepoo, Maltesepoo, Maltese-Poodle, Maltesedoodle, Moodle
The Malti-Poo, a hybrid resulting from breeding a Maltese and a Toy Poodle, was created for the specific purpose of being a small and affectionate companion.  This hybrid is hypoallergenic, doesn't shed and is quite trainable.  This soft and cuddly bundle of love generally weighs in from 5 to 20 pounds and stands 8 to 14 inches tall and, if it doesn't warm the heart of anyone in close proximity, they must not have one!  This adorable and cuddly hybrid is not only affectionate but also gentle, lively and energetic, intelligent and loyal and will make an amazing (did I say cuddly?) addition to your home (and probably to your lap as well).
purpose Purpose
Companionship, agility, competitive obedience
history Date of Origin
Unknown
ancestry Ancestry
Maltese, Toy Poodle

Malti-Poo Health

Average Size
Male Malti-Poo size stats
Height: 8-14 inches Weight: 5-20 lbs
Female Malti-Poo size stats
Height: 8-14 inches Weight: 5-20 lbs

Malti-Poo Breed History

The Malti-Poo is a hybrid mix of the Maltese and the Toy Poodle.  There is some history available for the hybrid in that it was created in the United States but the date of origin is unknown.  It was created for companionship purposes and the cute and cuddly hybrid more than fills the requirements for that purpose.  The hybrid itself is recognized by the following organizations:  American Canine Hybrid Club, Designer Dogs Kennel Club, Designer Breed Registry and the International Designer Canine Registry.  To get a better history of the hybrid, let's look at a brief history of the parent breeds.  The Maltese is among the oldest breeds known, its history being traced back to at least 3500 B.C. in Malta, on the southern coast of Italy where it was utilized for companionship purposes.  It is thought to be the most ancient of all the European toy breeds, eventually coming to Britain and America, where its popularity grew steadily.  The Maltese breed made its first appearance in the show ring in England in 1859 and in the Westminster show ring in America in 1877.  The Maltese enjoys a rich history and a loving relationship with royalty, the rich and famous as well as the common people in Italy, Britain and America.  It was finally recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1963.  The Toy Poodle is one of three sizes of Poodle whose origins come from France and Germany, though the exact date of origin is unknown. The Standard Poodle is considered one of the oldest dog breeds known, with the Toy Poodle coming later.   We know they have been utilized since the 1400's for hunting and retrieval, water dogs and companion canines.  Though, when you see any of the various sizes of Poodles in dog shows, you may think of them as fluffy, furry companions who just lay around and basque in the attention of their owners, they really were quite useful in their original purpose of hunting.  The Poodle began as a water dog, being bred to have a water resistant coat, and basically retrieved game for their owners.  I'll bet you never pictured them as water dogs or retrievers!  That same water-resistant coat is the hallmark of the breed and it's what we expect to see in the show ring. Even the style of the grooming of that hallmark coat had its beginnings centuries ago as various areas of the coat were cut shorted to avoid weighting the dog down and getting caught on underwater obstacles. Elegant, proud and clever are words frequently used to describe the Poodle we see today but, be assured that, behind the pomp and circumstance that accompanies the breed in the show ring, lies an affectionate and loving family companion who could be welcomed into any home.  The Poodle was recognized by The Kennel Club (England) in 1874 and by the American Kennel Club in 1886.

Malti-Poo Breed Appearance

The Malti-Poo, being a hybrid mix of the Maltese and the Toy Poodle, can take on the appearance characteristics of one or both parent breeds.  Owners and breeders have described the appearance of the Malti-poo as weighing from 5 to 20 pounds, standing from 8 to 14 inches tall at the withers, having hair that can be medium to long in length and slightly curly, wavy or silky, coat colors of cream, white, silver, apricot, black, blue gray, brown and cafe-au-lait.  The ears are of medium length and floppy, black nose and sweet looking dark eyes or blue eyes( for lighter colored Malti-Poos). The hybrid has a somewhat square shaped body and a tail that can curl over the back or be slightly hooked.
Eye Color Possibilities
blue Malti-Poo eyes
Blue
brown Malti-Poo eyes
Brown
Nose Color Possibilities
black Malti-Poo nose
Black
Coat Color Possibilities
white Malti-Poo coat
White
black Malti-Poo coat
Black
gray Malti-Poo coat
Gray
brown Malti-Poo coat
Brown
cream Malti-Poo coat
Cream
blue Malti-Poo coat
Blue
silver Malti-Poo coat
Silver
Coat Length
coat
Short Medium Long
Coat Density
coat density
pin
Sparse Normal Dense
Coat Texture
coat texture
Malti-Poo wavy coat texture
Straight Wiry Wavy Curly Corded

Malti-Poo Breed Maintenance

Your Malti-poo will likely require minimal maintenance and that will likely be brushing at least once weekly.  This hybrid is hypoallergenic and doesn't shed, making life easier for those having breathing issues or asthma.  Weekly checking of the ears and cleaning as needed will help avoid infection.  Teeth brushing at least two to three times a week, if not daily, will help reduce periodontal disease and its accompanying tooth loss.  Gently wiping around the eyes may be needed several times a week to keep them clean and healthy looking.  Toenail trimming should be addressed at least monthly unless the canine is able to keep them worn down with his normal activities.  This hybrid has a low smell and drooling level so bathing should only be done as necessary.

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Brushes for Malti-Poo
Pin Brush
Pin Brush
Flea Comb
Flea Comb
Nail Clipper
Nail Clipper
Brushing Frequency
fur daily fur weekly fur monthly
Malti-Poo requires weekly brushing
Daily Weekly Monthly

Malti-Poo Temperament

Your Malti-Poo hybrid is a mix of the Maltese and the Toy Poodle and can take on the temperament traits of one or both of the parent breeds.  Owners and breeders of this cute and cuddly hybrid have described it as affectionate, alert, energetic, gentle, intelligent, lively and loving.  Your hybrid pet will likely spend hours in his favorite resting place -- your lap!  But don't be fooled...this little one can also play for hours at the drop of a hat (or ball or toy) when the opportunity arises.  Your hybrid pet will love to chase that ball or toy across the living room for hours if you're willing to participate.  He will get along well with older children but close supervision when playing with small children is recommended to prevent unintentional injuries which can accompany play with this age group.  He will likely get along well with the family cat, too, but, when it comes to children and other animals, it is recommended that socialization be done as early in your pet's life as possible to avoid future issues.  Your hybrid Malti-Poo will get along well with strangers but may be loud, as in barking, when they're afoot. Your hybrid pet is very intelligent and sensitive and. as such, will be easily trained provided positive training methods are employed.  He won't respond well to yelling and harsh words, shutting down and cowering under these circumstances.  He is an energetic little dog but that doesn't necessarily mean lots of long walks to keep him fit and healthy.

Malti-Poo Activity Requirements

Your Malti-Poo will love to take walks with you at least once daily.  He loves the outdoors and walking beside those he loves.  He also loves to romp and play in the dog park or the fenced back yard and play games of fetch and Frisbee.  He will chase a toy or ball across the yard or living room for hours (or until your arm gives out), giving him plenty of opportunity to expend his large store of energy.  Because he is also intelligent, you may wish to keep him mentally challenged as well to avoid those annoying destructive behaviors which accompany boredom.  Activities like obedience training and agility exercises will work well to achieve this.  Your hybrid is the perfect size for apartment or condo living as well as any family home with or without a fenced yard.  He can live in urban as well as rural settings and can tolerate most climates, though he tolerates heat better than cold.  Providing him with adequate protection in the colder temperatures will be required to keep him safe and healthy.
Activity Level
low activity medium activity high activity
Low Medium High
Rec. Walk Mileage Per Week
5 miles
walk mileage
Minutes of Activity Per Day
40 minutes
activity minutes

Malti-Poo Food Consumption

Cups Per Day
1 cups
cup per day cost
Daily Cost
$0.80 - $1.00
food bowls daily cost
Monthly Cost
$25.00 - $30.00
food bag monthly cost

Malti-Poo Height & Weight

6 Months
Male Malti-Poo size stats at six months
Height: 8.5 inches Weight: 9.5 lbs
Female Malti-Poo size stats at six months
Height: 8.5 inches Weight: 9.5 lbs
12 Months
Male Malti-Poo size stats at 12 months
Height: 11.0 inches Weight: 12.5 lbs
Female Malti-Poo size stats at 12 months
Height: 11.0 inches Weight: 12.5 lbs
18 Months
Male Malti-Poo size stats at 18 months
Height: 11.0 inches Weight: 12.5 lbs
Female Malti-Poo size stats at 18 months
Height: 11.0 inches Weight: 12.5 lbs

Malti-Poo Owner Experiences

Bombón
12 Weeks
5 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Run
Eating Snacks
Fetch
Chase
He is the BEST!!!! Some time he escapes from his cage and has accedends but we still love him.
8 months, 1 week ago
Milo
3 Years
2 People
Condo
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
walki
Eating Snacks
Explore the city
Sleeping
Reading book
Heya in order to start with. I have a male Maltipoo. I got him when he was 10 weeks old in early February in two thousand and twenty one. He runs around my smallish house and at a local park too. I love him to bits. He is a real cutie. Good luck. I try to read to him each night. Once or twice a year we head to the beach. He is worth it generally speaking here. He eats a lot of fresh fruit, cheese and meat in question. I buy fresh meat, fruit and cheese from a farm store in a garden centre for him each month. Once a month I buy a small bottle of water for him at a small shop.
9 months, 2 weeks ago
Dakota
3 Years
1 People
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Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Play
Walk
Dakota is a lovely Malti-Poo. He can be a little feisty but loves to sit on my lap and be kind. He loves treats and is well housetrained. He unfortunately had to live with a hoarder, but I will take care of him as much as I can.
1 year ago
Loki
2 Years
5 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
He is the best boy, and my best friend. Amazing with our young children, wouldn’t hurt a fly. He is super loving an affectionate. He does have horrible separation anxiety, and was difficult to potty train! He can also be very stubborn at times, haha.
2 years, 4 months ago
Teddy
19 Weeks
5 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Tug-of-war
Walk
Play
He is very good and he is very cute
2 years, 5 months ago
Bailey
10 Months
2 People
Apartment
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Play
Tug-of-war
Tag
Run
Walk
Fetch
He is a very fun good boy
2 years, 8 months ago
Coco
21 Months
4 People
House
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Excellent he’s very active obedient friendly
2 years, 12 months ago
Teddy
6 Months
5 People
Apartment
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Run
Tug-of-war
Walk
Fetch
Teddy is an amazing buddy to play with always ready to go for fetch or tug of war
3 years, 2 months ago
penny-lane
16 Months
3 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Walk
Play
she is a delight to have as a pet
5 years, 8 months ago
Beau
1 Year
2 People
Apartment
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Fetch
Cuddling
Walks
Sleeping
He is a good dog. He has some seperation anxiety. He gets along well with big and small dogs and is terrified of our cat.
6 years, 2 months ago
Chi'chi
11 Years
2 People
House
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Walks on the beach,
Trips to park
The hidden facts about her breed collapsed trachea that no one told me about.but we dealt with it and i wouldnt change my life with my little fur baby
5 years, 7 months ago
Wrigley
5 Months
4 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Tug-of-war
spending time together
Long walks
Such a great dog: fun-loving personality, affectionate demeanor, and overall just amazing!
4 years, 10 months ago
Precious
6 Years
5 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Love my baby! She is such a wonderful companion with a sweet attitude.
4 years, 7 months ago
Chewy
12 Years
2 People
House
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Fetching . Walking .
Smart,friendly,fun,loves to go for rides. Very easily trained
4 years, 2 months ago
Mia + Nala
3 Years
4 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Walks,
Chase
Food
Cuddles
toys
Amazing, as long as you put in effort, they can do any trick, after just 1 week of everyday training, they could high five me. Very good with children and work well with cats or other dogs.
3 years, 6 months ago
Book me a walkiee?
Pweeeze!
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