How long does a Maltese Schnauzer Mix live?

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

Is a Maltese Schnauzer Mix easy to train?

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

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Maltese Schnauzer Mix

A Maltese Schnauzer mix is a cross between a Maltese and a Schnauzer. Most grow into small dogs of 8–14 lb and live 12–15 years.

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

Schnauzer, a purebred dog — SchnauzerPhoto: Zorik07, CC BY-SA 3.0, source

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

Weight8–14 lbcan be 4–20 lb

Height10–12 inat the shoulder

Lifespan12–15 years

SizeSmall

How big does a Maltese Schnauzer Mix get?

Maltese4–7 lb

The mix8–14 lb

Schnauzer11–20 lb

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

Height runs 10–12 inches at the shoulder, against 7–9 in for the Maltese and 12–14 in for the Schnauzer.

Figures are for the Miniature Schnauzer, the size most mixes come from.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Very low

Maltese and Schnauzer 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.

Energy

Moderate

Daily walks and some play are enough for most of these dogs.

Trainability

Moderate to very high

The Maltese rates moderate and the Schnauzer very high; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Very high

Expect regular brushing and professional grooming every few weeks.

Temperament

The Maltese is usually described as gentle, playful, charming. The Schnauzer as friendly, smart, obedient. 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 Schnauzer vs the mix

Trait	Maltese	Maltese Schnauzer Mix	Schnauzer
Weight	4–7 lb	8–14 lb	11–20 lb
Height	7–9 in	10–12 in	12–14 in
Lifespan	12–15 yr	12–15 yr	12–15 yr
Shedding	very low	very low	very low
Energy	moderate	moderate	moderate
Group	Toy	mixed	Terrier

Questions about the Maltese Schnauzer Mix

How big does a Maltese Schnauzer Mix get?: Most grow to 8–14 pounds and 10–12 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 4–20 pounds.
How long does a Maltese Schnauzer Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 12–15 years, the midpoint of the Maltese (12–15 years) and the Schnauzer (12–15 years).
Does a Maltese Schnauzer Mix shed?: Shedding is very low. Maltese and Schnauzer 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 Schnauzer Mix easy to train?: Trainability is moderate to very high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Maltese mixes

Other Schnauzer mixes

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