How long does a Corgi Maltese Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 12–14 years, the midpoint of the Corgi (12–13 years) and the Maltese (12–15 years).

Is a Corgi Maltese Mix easy to train?

Trainability is moderate, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

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Corgi Maltese Mix

A Corgi Maltese mix is a cross between a Corgi and a Maltese. Most grow into small dogs of 14–18 lb and live 12–14 years.

Corgi, a purebred dog — CorgiPhoto: Dog breed facts, CC BY-SA 4.0, source

Maltese, a purebred dog — MaltesePhoto: Maltezervereniging, Public domain, source

Photos show the purebred parents. There is no single look for a mix: puppies in one litter can resemble either side.

Weight14–18 lbcan be 4–30 lb

Height8–10 inat the shoulder

Lifespan12–14 years

SizeSmall

How big does a Corgi Maltese Mix get?

Corgi24–30 lb

The mix14–18 lb

Maltese4–7 lb

Pounds. The dark band is where most Corgi Maltese Mix dogs end up; the light band is the full range between the smallest and largest parent.

Height runs 8–10 inches at the shoulder, against 10–12 in for the Corgi and 7–9 in for the Maltese. The parents differ a lot in size, so litters vary more than usual. Breeders normally use the larger breed as the mother to keep whelping safe.

Figures are for the Pembroke Welsh Corgi, the more common corgi.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Very low to high

Maltese has a low-shedding coat, so some puppies shed little. It is not guaranteed: coat type varies even within one litter, and no dog is truly hypoallergenic.

Energy

High

Plan on long daily walks plus real exercise, such as running, fetch or a sport. A yard alone will not tire this dog out.

Trainability

Moderate

The Corgi rates moderate and the Maltese moderate; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Low to high

Brush a couple of times a week.

Temperament

The Corgi is usually described as affectionate, smart, alert. The Maltese as gentle, playful, charming. A mix can take after either parent or land in between. If you can, meet both parents of a puppy before you choose.

Corgi vs Maltese vs the mix

Trait	Corgi	Corgi Maltese Mix	Maltese
Weight	24–30 lb	14–18 lb	4–7 lb
Height	10–12 in	8–10 in	7–9 in
Lifespan	12–13 yr	12–14 yr	12–15 yr
Shedding	high	very low to high	very low
Energy	high	high	moderate
Group	Herding	mixed	Toy

Questions about the Corgi Maltese Mix

How big does a Corgi Maltese Mix get?: Most grow to 14–18 pounds and 8–10 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 4–30 pounds.
How long does a Corgi Maltese Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 12–14 years, the midpoint of the Corgi (12–13 years) and the Maltese (12–15 years).
Does a Corgi Maltese Mix shed?: Shedding is very low to high. Maltese has a low-shedding coat, so some puppies shed little. It is not guaranteed: coat type varies even within one litter, and no dog is truly hypoallergenic.
Is a Corgi Maltese Mix easy to train?: Trainability is moderate, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Corgi mixes

Other Maltese mixes

Figures are calculated from each parent breed's standard height, weight and life expectancy. How we calculate.