How long does a Pomeranian Maltese Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 12–16 years, the midpoint of the Pomeranian (12–16 years) and the Maltese (12–15 years).

Is a Pomeranian 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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Pomeranian Maltese Mix

A Pomeranian Maltese mix is a cross between a Pomeranian and a Maltese. Most grow into toy-sized dogs of 4–7 lb and live 12–16 years.

Pomeranian, a purebred dog — PomeranianPhoto: Novoklimov, CC0, 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.

Weight4–7 lbcan be 3–7 lb

Height6–8 inat the shoulder

Lifespan12–16 years

SizeToy-sized

How big does a Pomeranian Maltese Mix get?

Pomeranian3–7 lb

The mix4–7 lb

Maltese4–7 lb

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

Height runs 6–8 inches at the shoulder, against 6–7 in for the Pomeranian and 7–9 in for the Maltese.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Very low to moderate

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

Moderate

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

Trainability

Moderate

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

Grooming

High

Expect regular brushing and professional grooming every few weeks.

Temperament

The Pomeranian is usually described as inquisitive, bold, lively. 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.

Pomeranian vs Maltese vs the mix

Trait	Pomeranian	Pomeranian Maltese Mix	Maltese
Weight	3–7 lb	4–7 lb	4–7 lb
Height	6–7 in	6–8 in	7–9 in
Lifespan	12–16 yr	12–16 yr	12–15 yr
Shedding	moderate	very low to moderate	very low
Energy	moderate	moderate	moderate
Group	Toy	mixed	Toy

Questions about the Pomeranian Maltese Mix

How big does a Pomeranian Maltese Mix get?: Most grow to 4–7 pounds and 6–8 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 3–7 pounds.
How long does a Pomeranian Maltese Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 12–16 years, the midpoint of the Pomeranian (12–16 years) and the Maltese (12–15 years).
Does a Pomeranian Maltese Mix shed?: Shedding is very low to moderate. 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 Pomeranian Maltese Mix easy to train?: Trainability is moderate, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Pomeranian mixes

Other Maltese mixes

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