Mal-Shi Breed Information

Mal-Shi profile

other name:     Shih-tese,Shihtese,Malti Tzu

Breed Group:     Not Akc Recognized

Weight:     6-15 lbs

Height:     8-14 inches


Color(s):     Wide variety of colors; may be solid or patterned

Mal-Shi History

The Mal-Shi is often a hybrid dog which is a variety of two different purebreeds. It is just a cross between a Maltese plus a Shih Tzu. We've found the simplest way to understand which dog your Mal-Shi shall be is to learn both of it has the ancestors descriptions and recognize that any combination of characteristics may very well be present in your dog. All of the internet provided below continues to be added by people who fully understand the Mal-Shi canine. Your Mal-Shi may very well be different so please you'll want to read the Maltese in addition to Shih Tzu descriptions to buy a more educated knowledge of possible characteristics.



Mal-Shi Description

That Mal-shi, also known as the Malti-Tzu, is created because of the crossing of not one but two breeds: Maltese in addition to Shih -Tzu.


They're just commonly labelled as "designer dogs" and possess become popular fellow travellers. Because Maltese in addition to Shi-Tzu are together non-shedding dogs they're just great for children with allergy worries. That Maltese side of your Mal-Shi is quite sweet-natured, highly brilliant with an lively personality. That Shih Tzu side is quite loyal and comparatively quiet. Both breeds tend to be good with youngsters, but supervision is actually recommended. Mal-shi is just about 6-15 pounds in addition to 8-14 inches high. They have longer wavy coats and exactly like the look of any Teddy Bear dog. With a selection of colors they are each original. The Mal-shi fantastic companion for apartments additionally , they enjoy a walk outside or only playing in that yard. The coat in the Mal-Shi is normally long, right, in addition to dense. They could or won't have a dual coat.



Mal-Shi Temperament

An excellent Mal-Shi is actually affectionate, supportive, in addition to devoted. They needs to be playful, spunky, in addition to clever. They actually best in the home with more mature, thoughtful children, but we may vouch for that ours was in addition excellent with newer children. They generally flourish with dogs in addition to non-canine pets in addition to again, some of our Mal-Shi loves our other pets, which often include 3 guinea pigs, not one but two rabbits and not one but two hamsters! Mal-Shis tend to be wary and concered about strangers and tend to be quick to tell you their family to be able to visitors and distinct sounds …. and Mitzi is actually no exception to that rule.



Mal-Shi Care

The Mal-shi necessitates daily brushing to circumvent matting and tangling. Bathing needs to be done when necessary utilizing a mild shampoo. The ears needs to be cleaned regularly to circumvent infection. Dental hygiene is significant to prevent earlier tooth loss. They are often prone to such medical issues as slipped contrain, body problems, eyesight and respiratory difficulties, and spinal compact disk disease.




Mal-Shi Grooming

Bathing needs to be done when necessary utilizing a mild shampoo. The ears needs to be cleaned regularly to circumvent infection, unique attention being taken to take out hair growth in the folds of central skin. Dental hygiene is significant to prevent earlier tooth loss. They are often prone to such medical issues as slipped contrain, body problems, eyesight and respiratory difficulties, and spinal compact disk disease.



Mal-Shi Training

Early socialisation in addition to obedience are advised. The Mal-Shi can be stubborn and challenging to housebreak. They are going to not respond to be able to harsh or heavy-handed techniques. Training must end up being done with suppleness, justness, patience, in addition to consistency. The rewards in the initial hard work we set up with Mitzi have cleared and resulted in an exceedingly well behaved in addition to obedient loving spouse and children companion.



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