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

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

Active
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Lively
Gentle
Tempered
Sociable
Sweet
Attentive
Trainable
Easygoing
Extroverted

Aloof
Dignified
Independent
Clownish
Happy
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Loyal
Gentle
Social

Maltipoms are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Afollies are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Avoid Maltipoms as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Afollies are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

Asia

Pomeranian, Maltese

Afghan Hound, Collie

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®

DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Cream
Black
Brown
Fawn

Black
Blue
Sable
Red
Fawn

Maltipoms are known for their coat length.

Afollies have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Maltipom 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.

An Afollie can have a litter of 4-8 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.

Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Nasal Solar Dermatitis
Collie Eye Anomaly
Ulcerative Dermatosis

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Hypothyroidism
Portosystemic Shunt
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Bloat
Cerebellar Abiotrophy

Eye examination
Radiographs
Thyroid Testing

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
CT or MRI scan
Blood Analysis
Hearing and Ear Tests

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

Afollie has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Maltipoms need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Afollies require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Maltipoms have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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

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

Afollies 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 Maltipom, it's at least 3 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 Afollie, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Maltipoms usually need at least 15 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 Afollies 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.

The Maltipom requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

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

Afollie 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
Flea Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 3-8 pound (1 - 4 kg) Maltipom 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.

For an average 50-65 pound (23 - 29 kg) Afollie feed 3 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 Maltipom is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an Afollie is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Maltipom 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 average per month expenses of an Afollie is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

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.

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

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

Maltipoms have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

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

Afollies are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Maltipoms have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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