Maltipoo

Affectionate and playful, Maltipoos bond closely with their people and tend to shadow them from room to room. They're gentle and friendly enough for most households, though their attachment to people means they don't love being left alone for long stretches.

Moderate energy in a small package, a couple of short walks plus some indoor play or fetch usually covers it. They're happy in apartments as long as they get regular attention and a chance to burn off puppy-like enthusiasm.

That wavy or curly coat is low-shedding but high-maintenance, expect to brush every few days to prevent mats and book a trim every 6-8 weeks. Regular ear and eye cleaning helps too, since small breeds like this can be prone to buildup.

Smart and eager to please, Maltipoos pick up commands quickly with positive, reward-based methods. Housetraining can take extra patience with small dogs, so consistency and a set routine make a real difference.

Being small and mixed from two breeds, they can inherit issues like dental crowding, luxating patellas (loose kneecaps), or eye problems, regular vet checkups and daily teeth brushing go a long way. Because they're a cross rather than a long-established breed, individual health can vary quite a bit depending on lineage.

Great for people wanting a low-shedding, people-focused companion, but not ideal for anyone gone most of the day, this is a breed that wants to be included.