Maltese Shihtzu Puppy - Little Guy

Our Maltese Shihtzu puppy Little Guy has been one of the smartest dogs I have ever had, so far. He is learning command words after me saying them only 3 or 4 times. He is very active, but takes naps after each play time. He stays in his playpen sometimes, and does not mind being crated for short periods of times, so that I can get things done around the house.

I have had trouble letting him run around in the house on his own, because he wants to eat almost anything he finds on the floor, no matter what it is. I cannot wait for my Maltese Shihtzu to get a little older (he is currently 3.5 months old), so I can let him roam the house more.

Although he is a tiny little firecracker, he is fiercely independent and often acts as if he is a much older dog, following the lead of my 6 year old ShiPoo. We laugh at him almost constantly because of him trying to act like a "big dog." He is very stubborn and "comes back for more" no matter how much you play with him.

Maltese Shihtzu Puppy - Dennis

by Sarah Irons
(Bundaberg qld Australia)

Dennis is a friendly but vey playful Maltese Shihtzu puppy. Who at times can be cheeky loving and really affectionate his best trait is his face because you can't help but smile. His worst trait taking pegs or clothing that is dropped and running around wanting you to chase him. What can I say I love my Malshi more than anything.
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Maltese Shihtzu Puppy - Bailey Maximilian

by Julius Engel
(Valrico, Florida)

We waited to get a Maltese Shihtzu puppy until my kids were 9 & 12. My daughter, from the time she was a toddler always wanted to go to the puppy store and you couldn't say no. She fell in love with Bailey instantaneously! My wife too. Took my son and I one each of Bailey kisses and he went home with us. This guy is in the top 10 "people" in my life. He lives to give and receive love. He gets it I assure you! My son comes home from college, he runs to the dog! I highly recommend a Maltese Shihtzu mix.