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 BD Terrier 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

Active
Loving
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Affectionate
Gentle
Going
Social
Tempered
Sweet
Trainable
Keen

Maltipoms are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

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Pomeranian, Maltese

Bull Terrier, American Bulldog

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Cream
Black
Brown
Fawn

Brindle
White
Red
Brown
Fawn

Maltipoms are known for their coat length.

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

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.

A BD Terrier can have a litter of 1-9 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.

Maltipoms are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

BD Terriers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

BD Terriers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Heart Disease
Hereditary Nephritis

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

Deafness
Skin Problems

Eye examination
Radiographs
Thyroid Testing

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Eye Tests

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.

BD Terriers 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.

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 BD Terrier, 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 BD Terriers usually need at least 120 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.

The BD Terrier is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Flea Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
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 65-90 pound (29 - 41 kg) BD 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 a BD Terrier 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 a BD Terrier 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 BD Terrier 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.

BD 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.

BD Terriers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

BD Terriers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

BD Terriers 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.

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