Maltipoo — breed guide
Maltese crossed with a Toy or Miniature Poodle.
At a glance
- Group
- mixed
- Size
- Toy
- Weight
- 2–6 kg (4–13 lb)
- Life span
- 12–16 years
- Coat
- Fluffy to curly; very low shedding
Living with a Maltipoo
- Moderate energy — a proper walk every day.
- Heavy grooming — frequent brushing and regular trims.
- Barely sheds.
- Quick to learn.
- Vocal when there is a reason.
- Good with children.
- Gets along with other dogs.
- Typically lives happily with a cat.
- Suits apartment living, given its daily walks.
- A reasonable choice for a first-time owner.
- Average heat tolerance.
- Feels the cold.
Temperament
Playful · Affectionate · Alert · Bright
Health to watch
- Luxating patella
- Dental disease
- White shaker syndrome
Owner-logged information shared via Leash Life is not veterinary advice; ask your vet about screening for these.
Questions people ask
Is a Maltipoo good with kids?
Generally yes. Maltipoos are usually good with children when raised with them and given their own quiet space.
Is a Maltipoo good with cats?
Usually yes. Maltipoos typically settle well with a resident cat — introduce them slowly and give the cat a high perch and a way out of the room.
How much exercise does a Maltipoo need?
A real walk every day, around 30–60 minutes.
Can a Maltipoo handle hot weather?
About average — use normal hot-day sense.
Leash Life keeps a Maltipoo's day — walks, meals, meds, weight — in one shared feed for the whole household, and warns on the walk weather this breed can't take. Free to start.