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 Pooda Houla 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

Active
Loving
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Gentle
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual

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

Pooda Houlas are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Malta

United States

terrier

Catahoula, Poodle

ancient times

Unknown

Brown

Blue
Hazel

Black

Black

White

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Blue
Silver
White

Malteses are known for their coat length.

Pooda Houlas have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Straight

Curly

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.

A Pooda Houla can have a litter of 8-12 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.

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

Pooda Houlas are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Obesity

Hip Dysplasia
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

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

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Von Willebrand's Disease
Addison's Disease
Idiopathic Epilepsy

Eye
Knee
Liver Ultrasound
CT Scan
Dental Examination
Physical Examination

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Blood Analysis
Complete Physical Examination

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

Pooda Houla 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.

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

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.

Pooda Houlas 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 Pooda Houla, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Scissors
Clipper
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 60-75 pound (27 - 34 kg) Pooda Houla 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 a Pooda Houla is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 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 a Pooda Houla is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

Pooda Houlas have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pooda Houlas are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Malteses are highly friendly around strangers.

Pooda Houlas 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.

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

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

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