How long does a Maltipoo live?

A typical lifespan is 11–16 years, the midpoint of the Poodle (10–18 years) and the Maltese (12–15 years).

Is a Maltipoo 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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Maltipoo

Also searched as Poodle Maltese Mix

The Maltipoo is a cross between a Poodle and a Maltese. Most grow into toy-sized dogs of 4–6 lb and live 11–16 years.

Poodle, a purebred dog — PoodlePhoto: UszkarFoto92, 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.

Weight4–6 lbcan be 4–7 lb

Height8–10 inat the shoulder

Lifespan11–16 years

SizeToy-sized

How big does a Maltipoo get?

Toy Poodle4–6 lb

The mix4–6 lb

Maltese4–7 lb

Pounds. The dark band is where most Maltipoo 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 8–10 in for the Toy Poodle and 7–9 in for the Maltese.

Size figures assume a Toy Poodle parent, the size closest to the Maltese. A different poodle size moves the whole range.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Very low

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

Grooming

Very high

Expect regular brushing and professional grooming every few weeks.

Temperament

The Poodle is usually described as agile, intelligent, self-confident. 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.

Poodle vs Maltese vs the mix

Trait	Toy Poodle	Maltipoo	Maltese
Weight	4–6 lb	4–6 lb	4–7 lb
Height	8–10 in	8–10 in	7–9 in
Lifespan	10–18 yr	11–16 yr	12–15 yr
Shedding	very low	very low	very low
Energy	moderate	moderate	moderate
Group	Non-Sporting	mixed	Toy

Questions about the Maltipoo

How big does a Maltipoo get?: Most grow to 4–6 pounds and 8–10 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 4–7 pounds.
How long does a Maltipoo live?: A typical lifespan is 11–16 years, the midpoint of the Poodle (10–18 years) and the Maltese (12–15 years).
Does a Maltipoo shed?: Shedding is very low. Poodle and Maltese 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 Maltipoo 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 Poodle mixes

Other Maltese mixes

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