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

Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Adaptable
Brave
Playful
Energetic
Balanced
Obedient
Loyal

Avoid Maltipoms as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Airedale Terriers make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

United States

England

Pomeranian, Maltese

otterhounds, various terrier breeds

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®

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

Unknown

1800s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Cream
Black
Brown
Fawn

Black
Gray
Cream

Maltipoms are known for their coat length.

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

Straight

Wiry

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 Airedale Terrier can have a litter of 10-13 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.

While the Maltipom breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Airedale Terriers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Entropion
Hip Dysplasia
Cerebellar Abiotrophy

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

Thyroid
Corneal Opacities
Heart Problems

Eye examination
Radiographs
Thyroid Testing

Eye
Hip X-Rays
Heart

Maltipoms are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Airedale Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

Airedale Terrier 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.

Airedale Terriers 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.

Airedale Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Maltipom dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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

Playing Ball, Swim, Run, Playful, Walking, Playing, Tummy rubs, Fetch, Vocal, Tug of war, Cuddling, Toys, Play, Tug-of-war, Walk, Cuddles, Go on Vacation, Road trip, Groom, Speak, Nap, Chase, Hide & Seek, Eating Snacks, Tag, Dressing up, Playing at home, Playtime, Training, Belly rubs

Jog, Walk, Fetch, Tug-of-war, Play, Run

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.

Airedale Terriers 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 Airedale Terrier, it's at least 7 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 Airedale Terriers 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.

Airedale Terriers 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.

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

Airedale Terrier 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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
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 44-50 pound (20 - 23 kg) Airedale Terrier 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 Airedale Terrier is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 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 Airedale Terrier is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 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.

Maltipoms are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Airedale Terrier is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

Airedale Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Airedale Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Maltipoms have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

Airedale Terriers are not cat friendly.

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

Airedale Terriers are not dog-friendly.

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

Airedale Terriers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

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

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

The Airedale Terrier is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.