Active
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Lively
Trainable
Assertive
Faithful
Instinctual

Active
Playful
Sensitive
Intelligent
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Cheerful
Easygoing

Beardoodles are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Maltichons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

United States

United States

Poodle and Bearded Collie

Bichon Frise and Maltese

2000s

Unknown

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Blue

White

A Beardoodle can have a litter of 4-12 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.

A Maltichon can have a litter of 3-5 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.

Sebaceous Adenitis
Addison's Disease
Mitral Valve Disease
Gastric Dilation Volvulus

Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Cushing's Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Entropion
Cataracts
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Corneal Dystrophy

Cataracts
Hydrocephalus
Atopic Dermatitis
Dental Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Shaker Dog Syndrome
Corneal Dystrophy
Cryptorchidism

Hip X-Rays
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound
CT or MRI scan
Blood Tests

Eye Examination
Dental Examination
Electrocardiogram
Radiographs
Skin Samples

Beardoodles sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Maltichons are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Walking, Go to Beach, Catch treats, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Hide & Seek, Speak, Hike, Walk

Walk, Go to Park, Play, Tug-of-war, Nap, Chase, Eating Snacks, Cuddle, Service dog, Cuddling, Fetch, Daily wa, Training, Tag, Playing, Walks long, Walking, Adventures, Drives, Tricks, Resting, Run, People watching, Brushing, Walking daily

Beardoodles 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.

Maltichons are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Maltichon dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Beardoodle, it's at least 15 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 Maltichon, it's at least 2 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Beardoodles usually need at least 90 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 Maltichons usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Beardoodles have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Maltichons require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 40-60 pound (18 - 27 kg) Beardoodle feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 9-13 pound (4 - 6 kg) Maltichon feed 0.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Beardoodle is somewhere $2.20 - $3.40 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Beardoodle is between $67 - $101. This makes an average of $804 - $1212 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Maltichon is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The Beardoodle is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Maltichons make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Maltichons are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Beardoodles are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Maltichons are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

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

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

Maltichons are highly friendly around strangers.

Beardoodles are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Maltichons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Maltichons are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.