Maltese Shih Tzu Mix - Malshi
AKA: Mal-Shi, Shih-tese, Shihtese
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The Malshi, also called a Shihtese, is a cross between a Shih Tzu and a Maltese.
These hybrid dogs are recognized by the
American Canine Hybrid Club and can be registered on their website.
They are an adorable, little Maltese dog breed mix that is growing in popularity.
Personality
These dogs take on the temperanment of both Shih Tzus and Maltese. They are spunky, hardy, and alert little dogs. Most make friends easily
with other dogs and people and are very playful. These dogs do great with gentle and considerate children.
They have a lot of character and can be stubborn and clever. Some may be difficult to housebreak and need consistent patient training.
They also make a good watchdog, but usually do not bark excessively. Most people find them to have a courageous, yet gentle personality.
Read what actual Maltese Shih Tzu mix owners say about their dogs' personalities.
Appearance
This Maltese mix can come in a wide variety of colors, but is usually mixed with white and is sometimes solid white.
Hair is usually long and straight. Therefore, they need daily combing and brushings. Some shed lightly, while others do not shed at all
and are hypoallergenic. Full grown Shih Tzu Maltese mixes can weight anywhere from 8-15lbs.
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What Other Malshi Owners Have Said
Click below to see contributions from other Malshi dog owners...
Maltese Shih Tzu Mix - Griffey
We have had our rescued Maltese Shih Tzu mix for 2 years. He is 7 1/2 years old. I worried he would be hyper and destructive because of stories from ...
Maltese Shih Tzu Puppies - Bella
I have one of the best Maltese Shih Tzu puppies named Bella who is 6 month old. She's made us very happy these past two months she's been in our home....
Mal-shi Puppies - Snickers
I love Mal-shi puppies and Snickers is a fun loving dog that runs around, but obeys when needed. He follows the family members around the house. We love ...
Shih Tzu Maltese Puppies - Colby
My early Christmas present arrived on December 18th - he is one of the cutest little Shih Tzu Maltese puppies. Only 6 weeks old and he is adjusting to ...
Maltese Cross Shih Tzu - Moppy
Moppy is a gorgeous black and white Maltese cross Shih Tzu with a beautiful temperament. He was initially collected from the pound by he previous owners,...
Maltese Shih Tzu Mix - Lucy Loo
My Maltese Shih Tzu mix Lucy Loo is very funny and from the minute we brought her home we had to name her Lucy after Lucille Ball, because she had us laughing ...
Mal-shi Puppies - Skiddles
My Mal-shi puppy Skiddles is the most playful, loving dog I've ever had before. He is smart as all get out. He gets along with the cat and other dogs.
Maltese Cross Shih Tzu - Wilbur
My Maltese cross Shih Tzu is the cutest puppy in the world, best temperament, sweet loving, cuddly, playful, smart, friendly, always in a superb mood.
His ...
Maltese x Shitzu - Squiggy
Hi my name is Squiggy, and I am a Malshi or Maltese x Shitzu! I always thought I was made up or not real but now I know we are REAL!
So let me tell ...
Maltese Shih Tzu Mix - Maxwell
Maxwell, our Maltese Shih Tzu mix, is two and a half years young. Quite a head strong puppy, he loves to go to his favorite place the DOG PARK, were he ...
Mal-shi Puppy - Cocoa
My Mal-shi puppy Cocoa is a wonderful addition to our family. She loves to play with people and pets of all ages. Cocoa was not difficult to housebreak ...
Maltese Shih Tzu Puppies - Max
Not that it matters too much because we love our Max regardless of what he is, but the woman we bought him from told us he was a Shih Tzu, however, I think ...
Maltese Shih Tzu Puppies - Sassy
Sassy is an energetic little Maltese Shih Tzu puppy! She's so much fun to be around. She loves to fetch and play hide & seek. My Mal-Shi is the best lil'...
Maltese Shi Tzu Puppies - Rocco
My Maltese Shi Tzu puppy Rocco is a new addition to our home, he is just 7 weeks old. He had a bit of a rough start, when I went to pick him up he was ...
Shih Tzu Maltese Puppy - Button
Button is the cutest Shihtese you can find. He is now 1.5 years. He likes to take photos and will actually stay still till the photo is taken.
Button ...
Fluffy - Maltese Cross Shih Tzu
Our Maltese cross Shih Tzu is the best dog that we have ever had. I had dogs all my life, and none can come close to our Malshi. Her name is Fluffy (that ...
Maltese Shitzu - Myles
My Maltese Shitzu is almost 6 months old and is such a good dog. He is playful, yet very lovable. He listens well and the kids love him. He loves to ...
Maltese x Shitzu - Christi and Macey
Christi and Macey are Maltese x Shitzu litter mates born in Okinawa Japan, they are now almost 16 years old. Christi looks more Maltese and has a calm ...
Maltese x Shih Tzu - Midnight
Our Malshi or Maltese x Shih Tzu is very hyper and likes to chew alot. He also likes to go for runs and is very active.
Shih Tzu Maltese Puppies - Gizmo
This is Gizmo my little Malshi baby or Shih Tzu Maltese puppy. He was born 1/5/08 which makes him just about 4 months old.
Gizmo enjoys to eat and ...
Maltese crossed with Shih Tzu - Nina
Nina is my princess! She is a Maltese crossed with Shih Tzu. She is so playful and full of character. What a fun addition to the family.
Maltese Shitzu Puppies - Jasper
Jasper is an adorable Maltese Shitzu puppy or Malshi, just over one year old. He was adopted at 10 months from a shelter & had to be separated from ...
Maltese Shitzu - Bella
Bella is a Maltese Shitzu mix and is full of character and such a clown. She is a little tom boy but also likes to be a lady when it suits. She hates bath ...
Ava - Shitzu Maltese
Ava is a Shitzu Maltese mix and is now 2yrs old about 10-11lbs. She is quite the character! She thought she was the alpha in the house and completely ...
Kasey Kahne - Maltese Shih Tzu Mix
We have the most beautiful Maltese Shih Tzu mix dog in the whole wide world. The fact that he is named after Nascar driver Kasey Kahne, only makes him ...
Mal-shi Puppies - Mitzy
Mitzy just has the best personality of any Mal-shi puppies. She would not hurt a fly. While other dogs have growled at her she's just wanted to play. She ...
Shih Tzu Maltese Mix - Jake
My Maltese Shitzu Jake is a great joy. He is almost 3 months old and is clever, fun and also laid back. He has been pretty easy to potty train - makes ...
Shih Tzu Maltese Mix - Lucy
My dog Lucy was a rescue. The Rescue group said she is a Shih Tzu. I'm not so sure. After looking at some of the pictures on this website I'm beginning ...
Maltese x Shih Tzu - Nikko
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We got our Maltese x Shih Tzu Nikko from a designer dog breeder (reputable) in Arkansas. He is 6 months old now, and the light of my husband's life. He ...
Shitzu Mix - Pookey
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We've had our little guy for two weeks now. Our Maltese Shitzu mix is about 10 week sold. Looks like a Maltese. This dog has no fear.
We also have ...
Maltese x Shih Tzu - Ralph
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My Malshi, or Maltese x Shih Tzu, Ralph is a really pretty dog and weighs 8.5 lbs. When he was 12 weeks he figured all he needed to do was put poo poo ...
Mal-shi Puppies - Fluffy
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She's one of the sweetest, loving and very smart 9 month old Mal-shi puppies. When I'm upset she comes over and gently licks my leg or hand. She's always ...
Maltese x Shih Tzu - Cloey
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My Maltese x Shih Tzu is just the cutest lil thing! She is around 8 years old now, and still looks like a puppy! I just love her to death!
Maltese Cross Shih Tzu - Luca
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My Maltese cross Shih Tzu Luca is mostly black with a white stripe from his chin to his tummy with random single white hairs throughout and a white tip ...
Maltese x Shih tzu - Molly
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My Maltese x Shih tzu Molly has a sister just 11 years younger than her. She will want to play sometimes with her and will, but knows when she doesn't ...
Mal-shi Puppies - Neo & Max
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We have a Mal-shi puppy that is 6 months old and we just love him to death. He has his own personality and he is very smart and funny, playful, sweetest ...
Mal-shi Puppies - Lily
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Lily is a very energetic, loyal, loving Mal-shi puppy.
She is our second from the same parents. To see the two of them together is most joyous! They ...
Mal-shi Puppy Parents - Mr and Mrs Louie-Vuitton
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My newlywed dogs have just had their first litter of absolutely adorable Mal-shi puppies! My pure Shih Tzu Darla-Dolly Vuitton gave birth to seven live ...
Maltese Shih Tzu Puppies - Ruby
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Ruby, my Maltese Shih Tzu puppy, is a beautiful family dog. When I've been away, she gets so excited to see me she nearly wags her little tail off and ...
Lucky Maltese x Shitzu - Preston
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We rescued our little Maltese x Shitzu boy from a pet store where he had lived from 8 weeks to 7 months. We brought "Lucky P" home and he didn't know ...
Maltese Cross Shih Tzu - Jake
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We found our Maltese cross Shih Tzu Jake or he found us, don't really know but Jakers was one of the best Christmas presents I ever had AND he is the Best ...
Maltese x Shitzu - Joycee
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My wife and grandson brought my Maltese x Shitzu home from the dog pound 7 months after my pet dog Lady died who we had for seven years. I did not want ...
Maltese Shitzu - Kacey
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I am originally from Kansas City and moved to St. Louis for my now finance. In my loneliness of missing home my finance got me Kacey my Maltese Shitzu....
Maltese Shih Tzu - Puppy
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Puppy is a Maltese Shih Tzu Angel sent from Above. I wouldn't have any other mix breed. The only other breed I would have is a Keeshond.
Shih Tzu Maltese Puppies - Paisley
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Paisley's Mother was a Maltese and her father was a Shih tzu. She is 14 weeks old, paper trained and very bright.
She love my children and is very ...
Sadie
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Sadie is a little love. We tell her she is the cutest puppy ever. She's 6 months old, loves everyone, especially children and follows me everywhere, and ...
Jack The Ripper Dog - Maltese Shitzu
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This is my baby puppy jack. He's a cross dog Maltese Shitzu. He's my little baby.
He loves to play, and especially chew! As you may be able to tell!...
Milly - Maltese Shih-Tzu
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Milly is a 3 year old Maltese Shih-Tzu mix. She is very crazy, and extremely protective of her family. Once she knows you and likes you, you have a friend ...
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