Maltipoo/Maltepoo
Characteristics
Cross: Maltese, Poodle
Alternative Names: Malti-poo, Malti Poo
Nick Names:
Height: Variable
Weight: Variable
Color: White or any poodle color
Hypoallergenic: Yes

Description & Appearance:
Maltipoos are a hybrid dog crossed from a
Maltese and a Poodle. This cross gives a
smooth silky wavy coat with a well-
proportioned dog with impressive agility.
Temperament:
Maltipoos are personable, playful, bright and
spunky. They enjoy romping around with
other pets, cats or dogs. Much like their
Maltese heritage, they are bounding with
energy and love a game of chase �em. Like
their Poodle heritage, they are smart and
pick up obedience tasks easily.

Maltipoos are gentle natured and not very
mischievous. Housebreaking is not a long
arduous chore. Smart and capable, they are
always eager to learn new tricks. They make
great companion dogs and do well with
children.

Maltipoos will enjoy a long life of 12-15
years.
Care & Grooming:
Maltipoos do well in apartment life but do
enjoy the occasional walk or romp at the dog
park. They are very active and will enjoy their
off-leash time.

Maltipoos shed very little, making them a
great hypoallergenic breed. They have a full
coat of hair that should trimmed monthly by a
professional groomer to keep the hair from
matting. Regular brushing will keep the coat
clean and tangle free. The occasional bath is
necessary as these hybrids aren't afraid to
gets their paws a little dirty.


History:
As a hybrid breed, their history is short.
These very popular dogs begin their line with;

1st Generation - one purebred Maltese
parent and one purebred Poodle parent

2nd Generation- one 1st generation
Maltepoo parent and on either purebred
Maltese or Poodle

3rd Generation- both parents are
Maltepoo
Maltepoo Information
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