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Maltese Havanese Mix
A Maltese Havanese mix is a cross between a Maltese and a Havanese. Most grow into toy-sized dogs of 6–10 lb and live 13–16 years.
Photos show the purebred parents. There is no single look for a mix: puppies in one litter can resemble either side.
How big does a Maltese Havanese Mix get?
Pounds. The dark band is where most Maltese Havanese 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 7–9 in for the Maltese and 8.5–11.5 in for the Havanese.
Coat, energy and training
Maltese and Havanese have 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.
Daily walks and some play are enough for most of these dogs.
The Maltese rates moderate and the Havanese high; a puppy may lean either way.
Expect regular brushing and professional grooming every few weeks.
Temperament
The Maltese is usually described as gentle, playful, charming. The Havanese as intelligent, outgoing, funny. A mix can take after either parent or land in between. If you can, meet both parents of a puppy before you choose.
Maltese vs Havanese vs the mix
| Trait | Maltese | Maltese Havanese Mix | Havanese |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 4–7 lb | 6–10 lb | 7–13 lb |
| Height | 7–9 in | 8–10 in | 8.5–11.5 in |
| Lifespan | 12–15 yr | 13–16 yr | 14–16 yr |
| Shedding | very low | low | low |
| Energy | moderate | moderate | moderate |
| Group | Toy | mixed | Toy |
Questions about the Maltese Havanese Mix
- How big does a Maltese Havanese Mix get?
- Most grow to 6–10 pounds and 8–10 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 4–13 pounds.
- How long does a Maltese Havanese Mix live?
- A typical lifespan is 13–16 years, the midpoint of the Maltese (12–15 years) and the Havanese (14–16 years).
- Does a Maltese Havanese Mix shed?
- Shedding is low. Maltese and Havanese have 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 Maltese Havanese Mix easy to train?
- Trainability is high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.
Other Maltese mixes
- Maltipoo
- Morkie
- Mal-Shi
- Chihuahua Maltese Mix
- Pomeranian Maltese Mix
- Maltese Bichon Mix
- Dachshund Maltese Mix
- Maltese Schnauzer Mix
- Maltese Jack Russell Mix
- German Shepherd Maltese Mix
Other Havanese mixes
- Poodle Havanese Mix
- Shih Tzu Havanese Mix
- Yorkie Havanese Mix
- Chihuahua Havanese Mix
- Bichon Havanese Mix
- Dachshund Havanese Mix
- Pomeranian Havanese Mix
- Schnauzer Havanese Mix
- Cavalier Havanese Mix
- Jack Russell Havanese Mix
Figures are calculated from each parent breed's standard height, weight and life expectancy. How we calculate.