Typical characteristics

The Maltipoo is an intelligent and ready-to-learn animal who always seeks the approval of their owner. These characteristics prove to be particularly advantageous in educating them and during training. The little darling would would happily try to impress you with each dog command learned several times in repetition.

The Maltipoo is an ideal family addition. However, they choose a reference person within their "pack" who acts as a pack leader for them. Children are their absolute highlight, because there is always some fun activity to do with them. When romping around, retrieving sticks or during various search and catch games, it can really knacker itself out. However, it also senses that the little ones are at the bottom of the dog hierarchy chain and in need of protection. It therefore instinctively tries to protect them and behaves gently and considerately. Nevertheless, this little friend is also a sensitive and vulnerable being. Therefore, the children should be older than five years and old enough to understand the dog. As parents, you have to take special care to ensure that the little runabout is left in peace when sleeping and eating.

The four-legged friend has a healthy suspicion and watches strangers from a safe distance. The little watchdog often reports unknown intruders before the doorbell rings.

Breed-specific diseases

Because of their pedigree, the four-legged friends are considered an extremely robust breed. We generally owe this fact to the breeders, who seected the respective parent animals responsibly. As a result, there are no inherited diseases.

As with all dog breeds, however, problems with the patella (patella luxation) can occur. The kneecap moves and the articulation mechanism of the joint is inhibited, which causes this little guy a lot of pain. Therefore, please contact a veterinarian as soon as possible! The progression of joint problems can only be avoided through their specialist competence.

The coat is another risk factor. Because the dog breed does not undergo a change of fur, care must not be neglected. A minimal shortening of the hair around the eyes prevents eye infections. In addition, dirty and matted fur can quickly lead to further skin irritation. That is why it is important to groom and comb this little guy every day. If kept appropriately, a Maltipoo can reach an age of twelve to fifteen years.

What should be considered when breeding Maltipoos?

For breeding Maltipoos there are initially different variants of the mating:

However, before the actual Maltipoo breeding can take place, important breeding guidelines must be met. On the one hand, this concerns provisions regarding health, nature and inheritance, and on the other hand, a strict requirement to comply with animal welfare. Only when these things have been clarified will the male or female be approved for breeding.

Puppy buying tips!

• If you want to buy a Maltipoo, take a look at the breeder directly.
• In addition, inquire with other owners where they bought their Maltipoo puppy.
• If there is still uncertainty, ask a veterinarian. They will have sufficient experience. At the same time, in addition to advice, they can also recommend responsible breeders from whom you can buy a Maltipoo.
• Very important! Get your four-legged friend's vaccination certificate when you buy it. This should already contain proof of basic immunisation by a specialist doctor.

Buying a Maltipoo: The price of a Malitpoo puppy is not exactly low due to the crossing with the poodle - and therefore the reputation of being a "hypoallergenic dog". A Maltipoo can cost up to 1500 or even 2000 euros. But they are also available from 700 euros upwards. Pay attention to the breeding conditions and the breeder.