Moodle
Puppy
Fully Grown
A Moodle is a cross between a Maltese and a Poodle and is a very popular hybrid dog breed. They are also known as Maltipoo.
Thanks to the Poodle in them, Moodles should not shed. They are affectionate, loyal and loving. They are also intelligent and level headed dogs that are great with any other dogs or animals.
Moodles are generally friendly to strangers. They are happy to have kids in their life, especially if they keep them entertained.
Moodles don't do well with being left alone at home - one of the traits they have inherited from their Maltese side. They like it best if they can escort their owners everywhere and with their great temperament and small size they make the perfect take-everywhere companion!
These bundle of fluff are easy to train and fun to be around. Moodles makes great apartment dogs but require walks twice a day. Their coat needs regular brushing and grooming every 8-10 weeks is a must.
| Weight: | 3-8 kg |
| Health risk: | Medium |
| Life expectancy: | 10-15 years |
| Coat: | Long |
| Grooming intensity: | High |
| Monthly cost (food): | Low |
| Trainability: | Medium |
| Activity level: | Medium |
There are many sources to get your Moodle from. Considering the number of homeless dogs without a future, we strongly encourage you to consider rescuing a dog. Your local shelter or rescue organisation can be a helpful place to start, or try contacting your local or national breed club or a reputable breeder and asking if they have pets available for rehoming. Many rescue organisations have active Facebook pages, which can also be a good place to enquire.
Here are some links that could be useful for finding a Moodle to adopt:
To help your rescued Moodle to settle into your home, our Rescue Dog Guide gives you tips and advice on bringing your rescue dog home.
If you decide you’d prefer to get your Moodle from a breeder, the following guides will help you to find a responsible breeder:
