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

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

Active
Easygoing
Intelligent
Responsive
Docile
Gentle
Playful
Sweet
Tempered

Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Social
Fearless
Cheerful

Malteses shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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

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Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White

Blue
Black
White
Blue
Red

Malteses are known for their coat length.

English Springermans have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Straight

Wavy

A Maltese can have a litter of 15-18 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 English Springerman can have a litter of 4-10 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 Maltese breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

English Springermans 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 Arteriosus
Obesity

Entropion
Cardiomyopathy
Mitral Valve Disease
Gastric Dilation Volvulus

Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Hydrocephalus
Dental Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Shaker Dog Syndrome

Elbow Dysplasia

Eye
Knee
Liver Ultrasound
CT Scan
Dental Examination
Physical Examination

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Ultrasound
Electrocardiogram
Blood Electrolytes
Blood Gas Analysis
Holter Monitor
Serum Chemistry
Fluorescein Test
Schirmer Tear Test
Complete Blood Count
Joint Fluid

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

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

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

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

Walk, Cuddle, Sleep, Walking, Petting, Sniffing, Exploring, Playing, Running, Snuggle, Chasing, Wrestling, Being cute, Playdate, Go to Park, Frisbee, Swim, Chase, Bath time, Hide & Seek, Off-leash, Eating Snacks, Tag

Walking

Malteses 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.

English Springermans 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 Maltese, it's at least 6 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 English Springerman, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Malteses 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.

In general most English Springermans 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.

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

English Springerman 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
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 4-7 pound (2 - 3 kg) Maltese 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.

For an average 50-75 pound (23 - 34 kg) English Springerman 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 Maltese is somewhere $1.40 - $1.80 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Maltese is between $42 - $53. This makes an average of $504 - $636 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 English Springerman is between $49 - $63. This makes an average of $588 - $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.

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

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

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

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

Malteses are highly friendly around strangers.

English Springermans are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

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

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