Maltese Papillon Dogs

AKA: Maltillon, Papitese, Papillon Maltese Mix

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The Papitese, or Maltese Papillon mix, is a cross between a Papillon dog and a Maltese dog.

They are one of the rarest Maltese mixes, but are becoming more popular because of their strong loyalty and affectionate personality.

Please do not purchase these dogs from a breeder. There is no need to create more mutts when plenty are available for adoption. If you discover a Maltese mix that would fit well with your family, you can easily adopt one at a Maltese Dog Rescue instead (and for a lot less money)!

Papitese Personality

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A Papillon Maltese mix takes on the temperament of both Papillons and Maltese. They are gentle, responsive, and very sociable little dogs.

  • Very intelligent
  • Easy to train
  • Sensitive
  • Loves to be around people, dogs, cats and any other pets

They are alert watch dogs, but welcoming to most strangers. Most people find Papitese puppies to have a cheerful, affectionate, and loyal personality.

Cool Maltese Papillon Mix Dogs Gifts

If you already have a Maltese Papillon cross or know someone that does, check out these unique gifts for Papillon Maltese mix dog lovers below.

Papillon Maltese Dogs Appearance

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These Maltese Papillon dogs come in almost any color, including cream, gold, white, silver, blue, and black. Most are parti (two colors) or tricolor (three colors).

Hair is usually wavy, soft, and double-coated; with both an outer and undercoat. They may also be nonshedding like a Maltese or shed very lightly like a Papillon. Although some do shed, they are almost always hypo allergenic.

Full grown Papillon Maltese average 9-12 lbs, about 3-4 lbs larger than a purebred Maltese.

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What Other Papitese Owners Have Said

Click below to see contributions from other Papitese owners...

Her first big girl haircut! Growing up!

Finnie 
We lost our beloved Cricket in the late summer of 2021. Our hearts were shattered. How can one replace such a wonderful friend? It was way too quiet …

Charles Preston Piper 
Charlie is 2 years old and lives with 2 humans and 2 cats. He loves EVERYONE! He is very protective of his human mom. It seems as though he has taken on …

Rescued Papitese - Frankie 
We rescued Frankie from a friend that found him abandoned. The vet determined his age to be about six months. He is friendly and playfull. He is definitely …

Happy Lulu 
Lulu is a happy 8 month old she loves to play and eats everything. We have been trying to potty train her she is hard to get her to know out side all the …

Maltese Papillion Mix - Toby 
This is my snuggle lover boy! He's 5 years old and the biggest cuddler there is! He loves to be outside and is out to get those dang squirrels that tease …

Wee Willie Wilson

Maltese Papillon Rescue 
I got my Maltese Papillon rescue from the local shelter last week. He was very badly matted and they cut some out but we've got a long way to go. The …

Papitese Puppy 
My Papitese puppy Maxx is such a good baby. He's 6 months old & LOVES to go outside & run around the yard with my cat, & is just finally getting the hang …

Kaite

Papillon Mix 
Katie is an almost two year old Maltese Papillon mix. She is the sweetest and most loyal dog I have ever had!! She is very smart and catches on quickly. …

10 week old Papitese

Papitese Puppies 
Jasper is a Maltese Papillon mix. He's only 10 weeks old and is already proving to be the smartest Papitese puppies I've ever had. From the moment he came …

Little Diva, 10 weeks old

Papillon Maltese 
We got our Papillon Maltese dog Diva from an older woman who's health was in decline and she was not able to keep up with a new puppy. She had been well …

Maltese Papillion puppy Rascal at 9 weeks old

Maltese Papillion Puppies 
Hello ! We bought one of the cutest Maltese Papillion puppies Rascal when he was 8 weeks old. We thought we were getting a full bred Papillon but soon …

My little Angel

Maltese Papillon 
Roxie is the most amazing Maltese Papillon dog! She is so loyal and wonderful and full of energy all of the time. She will be 4 on the 22nd of February. …

Whenever he is not sure of something he puts one ear down (he is four months old in this picture)

Maltese Papillon Mix 
Bentley is a Maltese Papillon mix and is just 4 months old! He weighs about 3.5 pounds. He is playful loving and a bundle of energy. He is very loyal and …

Bella Cutrone the Maltese Papillon Puppy

Maltese Papillon Puppies 
Bella is one of the best Maltese Papillon puppies ever. She was born 9/17/07. She rarely barks, likes to run in circles and play with her squeaky toys. …

Jack

Maltese Papillon - Jack Not rated yet
Our Maltese Papillon Jack is the most loyal and friendly of any pet I have ever owned. He has so much personality, wears his emotions through his eyes, …

I love daycare!!!

Papitese - Appleton Williams Not rated yet
My Papitese Appleton is the best!! He loves EVERYBODY!! He likes to say hi to everyone he comes across, humans and pets! He is very sweet and loving. …

Papillion Maltese Mix - Benji Not rated yet
Benji is 6 months now and is the most loving puppy ever! I stumbled upon him unexpectedly and knew I had to have him.The previous owner has the mom which …

I Got big

Lulu  Not rated yet
Lulu just turn 1 year this month she is about 8 lbs now her ears fall down she puts them up sometimes

Gizmo with his Alpha partner, Gadgit

Gizmo Not rated yet
Gizmo is now 11 years old and has been the most enjoyable little guy. He topped out at 7 lbs of love and cuddles. He gets along with everyone he meets. …

Frankie Not rated yet
We rescued Frankie from a friend that found him abandoned. The vet determined his age to be about six months. He is friendly and playful. He is definitely …

Papitese Dog Not rated yet
He is the most adorable Papitese dog. We have had him for over 3 years, since he was a puppy. We always thought he was a Maltese Pomeranian cross as that …

4 month Papitese, Codie

Papitese Not rated yet
Well, where do I start, Codie is the cutest little thing ever. She's 4 months old. She is very active puppy, always running around playing with anything …

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