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 Siberian Cocker 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

Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Gentle
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful

Maltipoms are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Avoid Maltipoms as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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

Pomeranian, Maltese

Siberian Husky, American Cocker Spaniel

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®

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Brown

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

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 Siberian Cocker can have a litter of 6-8 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)

Ectropion
Cardiomyopathy
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Liver Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Bladder Stones
Congenital Heart Disease
Phosphofructokinase (PFK) Deficiency
Kidney Stones

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

Otitis Externa
Cherry Eye
Allergies
Hypothyroidism

Eye examination
Radiographs
Thyroid Testing

Full Physical Examination
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Chest X-rays
Eye and Ear Examination
Free Thyroxine (T4) Levels

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

Siberian Cocker 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.

Siberian Cockers 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.

Siberian Cockers 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.

Siberian Cockers 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

Playing fetch, Fetch, Runnig, Training

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.

Siberian Cockers 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 Siberian Cocker, it's at least 8 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 Siberian Cockers 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.

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

Siberian Cocker 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
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 30-40 pound (14 - 18 kg) Siberian Cocker feed 1 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 Siberian Cocker is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 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 Siberian Cocker is between $42 - $42. This makes an average of $504 - $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.

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

Siberian Cocker is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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 Siberian Cocker 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.

Siberian Cockers 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.

Siberian Cockers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

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

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

Siberian Cockers 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.

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

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

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