You’ve probably seen the adorable mix between a Maltese and a Poodle. Maltipoos, they’ve gotten more and more popular in recent years. We’re going to show all of the Maltipoo pros and cons and what you might want to consider while adopting a Maltipoo puppy. They have a lot of good traits, but you also want to make sure Maltipoos are the perfect pup for you.

The Pros of Maltipoos

Maltipoos are the cutest little puppies and they’re so fun to play with.

Maltipoos are Hypoallergenic

One of the many qualities of the Maltipoo is they are considered hypoallergenic. This is a pro for many reasons, it’s a lot less likely to trigger allergies, it’s great for people with asthma, and there's a lot less to clean up from hair fallout. Although Maltipoos are hypoallergenic, there are rare instances a dog can trigger allergies based on their saliva and urine proteins so it’s a good idea to visit and spend a few minutes with a Maltipoo puppy if you’re worried of allergies.

Maltipoos have a Great Temperament

Maltipoos are known to have a mild temperament. They are sweet, affectionate, and gentle. Maltipoos are loyal and enjoy life with a happy demeanor. There are a few differences between males and females.

Males are viewed as more loving, while females are more independent. Males are slightly bigger than females, but only by a few pounds. Females mature faster than males and are usually considered mature by six months.

Maltipoos are the Perfect Small Size

On average, Maltipoos will weigh between 5 to 20 pounds depending on if the poodle parent was toy sized or a moyen. Their small size makes them excellent for smaller homes or even apartments.

Maltipoos come in Many Colors

Another great quality of the Maltipoo is that they come in basically every color imaginable. If you have ever dreamed of having a puppy in a specific color, take a look into the maltipoos and see if it’s the perfect color for you. These color variations can make having a Maltipoo fun and unique.

Maltipoos are Easy to Train

Maltipoos are very intelligent and are easy to train with the right rewards. They are very reward-driven, and this can help speed up the training process. With regular practice, your puppy will learn in no time.

Maltipoos are Great with Kids

If you have children in your home, you’ll have luck with Maltipoo. Maltipoos are gentle and sensitive with little kids, they are understanding and know when they need to be calmer. But as younger children can be a little rougher, they can easily harm a small puppy. Because of this, it is best to keep all children supervised around pets.

They are also sensitive, and they love to be around you all of the time. And when you’re hurt, they can feel it. Their sensitivity also makes them great therapy dogs.

Manageable Energy Levels

Your maltipoo will love to play, they have a lot of energy and need daily exercise. But they don’t require intense workouts of larger breeds. A quick walk around the block or a game of fetch will wear them out. But they might feel like they are too excited sometimes and need help calming down.

Cons of Maltipoos

Like all breeds, Maltipoos have pros and cons.These will probably be the factors you look at when deciding whether a Maltipoo works for you or not. If you can make it through this part, nothing is stopping you from your dream dog.

Grooming

Maltipoos have the fantastic benefit of being hypoallergenic. But this means they are also high maintenance for grooming. One of the best ways to maintain their beautiful hair is by brushing them with a slicker brush every day. You will want to brush them from head to tail, focusing behind the ears and on their stomachs. You will also want to have special brushes in case of mats. If you are able to keep up on this, you will save a lot of time in the long run for grooming.

Stubborn

Like most intelligent breeds, Maltipoos are known to be a little stubborn, especially females. This can make it a little harder to train them but Maltipoos are reward driven so if you have a treat to encourage them, it will be a lot easier.

Common

Yes, the fact that Maltipoos are common is a pro and a con. Because they are so common, it can be hard to find a reputable Maltipoo breeder. There will be a lot of puppy scammers, but there are usually common red flags that you can find out about here, How To Spot a Puppy Scam. Most Maltipoos are likely to come from backyard breeders and puppy mills.

Barking

Like all dogs Maltipoos do bark, but there are a few reasons why your puppy might be barking. This article has different reasons they might be barking and solutions for the different reasons,Do Maltipoos Bark a Lot? The maltipoo barking level is a medium, so not too bad, but they will still bark at some things.

Separation Anxiety

Maltipoos love attention, and if you leave for long periods of time, they may not take it well. Your dog will develop separation anxiety if you separate yourself from them most of the day. But they are so fun to be around so this one shouldn’t be hard.

Known Potential Medical Conditions

As Maltipoos are a mixed breed, it is possible they may get common illnesses that are associated from the breed of either parent. Some of them may include:

Hip and elbow dysplasia
Epilepsy
Diabetes
Eye disease
Tooth and gum disease
And Colitis

While with proper breeding you can reduce these risks. Usually a reputable Maltipoo breeder will have genetic testing done on both parents before the breeding has even taken place. My Doodle Maltipoos test every parent dog in our program and we also offer a 10 year health guarantee for hereditary diseases.

Price

Some may consider the price of the Maltipoo breed to be a con. The price can be as high as $4,000, depending on your area. You may find a lower price on local classifieds but generally you can’t be sure of the health and breed of the parents. The high price of quality breeders can help guarantee you're getting a healthy puppy bred in excellent conditions. And with our puppies, you get a 10 year health guarantee along with your purchase.

Newer Breed

Maltipoos are still considered a new designer breed. It makes them highly sought after, and we still have a lot to learn about them. We can not be sure which traits they will pick up from the Poodle or the Maltese. They are very unpredictable on coat colors and sizes, and there could be a medical condition that we don’t know about yet. But for the most part, they are pretty consistently healthy and happy dogs.

Food

Another con is that Maltipoos eat a lot. You will find that they always seem hungry if not fed a proper diet. We have done some research and found out the best way to feed your maltipoo, Properly feeding your Maltipoo. They can also quickly become obese if the owner isn’t careful.

Now that you’ve seen all of the pros and cons, you can decide whether a Maltipoo is for you. We think they are the best dogs out there. They are great family dogs and also great apartment dogs if you live alone in a small area. If you are interested in one of our puppies you can check out our available Maltipoo puppies.

Are Maltipoos For You? - Pros and Cons