Unfortunately, the Malteagle is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Italian-Bichons are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Active
Playful
Loving
Independent
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Lively
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Easygoing

Playful
Agile
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Companionable
Cheerful
Athletic
Mischievous

Malteagles aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Avoid Italian-Bichons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Maltese and Beagle

Bichon Frise and Italian Greyhound

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Unknown

2000's

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Cream
White

Cream
Fawn
Sable
White

Malteagles have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Italian-Bichons have short coats.

A Malteagle can have a litter of 2-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An Italian-Bichon can have a litter of 2-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Pulmonic Stenosis
Portosystemic Shunt
Cervical Vertebral Instability
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Urolithiasis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Hydrocephalus
Mitral Valve Disease

Cataracts
Shaker Dog Syndrome

Skin Scraping
Dental Examination
Ear Examination
Skin Evaluation
Eye Examinations
Complete Blood Count
Myelogram
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Echocardiogram Tests
Blood Chemistry
Complete Physical Examination
Chest X-rays
Skin Biopsy

Urinalysis
Blood Count
Ophthalmologic Examination
Blood Chemistry

Malteagle has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Italian-Bichon has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Malteagle is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Italian-Bichons bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Malteagles are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Italian-Bichons are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Malteagle, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Italian-Bichon, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Malteagles usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Italian-Bichons usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Malteagle has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Italian-Bichon requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Ideally, Malteagle should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Italian-Bichon should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Malteagle is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an Italian-Bichon is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Malteagles make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Italian-Bichons have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Malteagles are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Italian-Bichons are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Malteagles are highly friendly around strangers.

Italian-Bichons are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Malteagles are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Italian-Bichons are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.