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Mal-Shi
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Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
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Good with children
Good with strangers
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| Overview: | The Mal-Shi is a mix between the Maltese and the Shih Tzu. These dogs adapt well to most living situations. |
| Breed Group: | Unspecified |
| Weight (lbs): | 6-15 |
| Height (in): | 8-14 |
| Colors: | all colors |
| Coat: | The coat is long and silky. |
| Character: | Mal-Shis are alert, happy and playful. |
| Temperament: | Mal-Shis get along well with older children and usually tolerate other pets. |
| Care: | The coat needs to be brushed daily and bathed regularly. The hair will need to be clipped a few times each year. |
| Training: | Mal-Shis need firm, consistent training. Some are difficult to housebreak. |
| Activity: | This breed needs moderate exercise. |
| Life Expectancy: | 14-16 |
Mal-Shi Puppies for saleSee all puppies for sale
Male Maltese Shih Tzu Purebred Cross Puppy
$1,350
Simba
Mal-Shi
Male, 11 Weeks Old
USA TEMPE, AZ, USA
Date listed: 10/02/2025
Simba is a regal looking little man (Maltese were bred to be the pets of royalty after all), and so we named him after the Lion King. This cub has some growing up to do, but we...
Tiny Misty Malshi
$850
Tiny Misty
Mal-Shi
Male, 8 Weeks Old
USA WINNSBORO, LA, USA
Date listed: 09/29/2025
Beautiful, Tiny Malshi puppy. BBB Accredited Breeder with A+ Rating for over 14 years. Highly Veterinarian recommended with many references at your request. Professional Breeder...
Tiny Allison Malshi
$850
Tiny Allison
Mal-Shi
Male, 8 Weeks Old
USA WINNSBORO, LA, USA
Date listed: 09/25/2025
Beautiful, Tiny Malshi puppy. BBB Accredited Breeder with A+ Rating for over 14 years. Highly Veterinarian recommended with many references at your request. Professional Breeder...
Tiny Benson Malshi
$800
Tiny Benson
Mal-Shi
Male, 8 Weeks Old
USA WINNSBORO, LA, USA
Date listed: 09/25/2025
Beautiful, Tiny Malshi puppy. BBB Accredited Breeder with A+ Rating for over 14 years. Highly Veterinarian recommended with many references at your request. Professional Breeder...
Hypoallergenic Malshi Puppies
$800
Litter of 4
Mal-Shi
Male(s) and Female(s), 11 Weeks Old
USA ROGERS, MN, USA
Date listed: 07/28/2025
One boy and one girl left. Full size 6-12 lbs. Mother is 7 lbs., Father is 10 lbs. Ready to go now. Half Maltese, half ShihTzu. A breed known for being hypoallergenic,...
Mal-Shi Dogs for adoptionSee all dogs for adoption
Jezabel - Shih Tzu / Maltese / Mixed Dog For Adoption
FOR ADOPTION
Jezabel
Mal-Shi
Female, Baby
USA Foristell, MO, USA
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Dog Breed: Shih Tzu / Maltese / Mixed. I am a very fun, sweet and loving girl. Kids and other dogs are my friends. I would love a family that I could call my own.
Leeo - Shih Tzu / Maltese / Mixed (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
FOR ADOPTION
Leeo
Mal-Shi
Male, Adult
USA Princeton, MN, USA
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Dog Breed: Shih Tzu / Maltese / Mixed (medium coat). Adoption Fee: 550. I just joined my foster family and we are still getting acquainted with one another. Once they learn more...
Gianna - Shih Tzu / Maltese / Mixed Dog For Adoption
FOR ADOPTION
Gianna
Mal-Shi
Female, Adult
USA Princeton, MN, USA
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Dog Breed: Shih Tzu / Maltese / Mixed. Adoption Fee: 550. Meet Gianna, affectionately known as Gigi, a sweet and gentle girl with the biggest, most expressive eyes and an utterly...
Meemo- ADOPTION PENDING! - Maltese / Shih Tzu / Mixed (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
FOR ADOPTION
Meemo- ADOPTION PENDING!
Mal-Shi
Male, Young
USA Oakhurst, NJ, USA
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Dog Breed: Maltese / Shih Tzu / Mixed (medium coat). Have you ever seen anything cuter? Meemo is a handsome boy who is looking for a forever home. Meemo will be in a loving foster...
Kobe Jul 25 - Shih Tzu / Maltese / Mixed (long coat) Dog For Adoption
FOR ADOPTION
Kobe Jul 25
Mal-Shi
Male, Adult
USA Pacolet, SC, USA
Date listed: 08/27/2025
Dog Breed: Shih Tzu / Maltese / Mixed (long coat). Adoption Fee: $399. Thank you for your interest in dog who needs a new home. Adoption can be one of the most fulfilling...
Pearl-Drop - Maltese / Shih Tzu / Mixed (long coat) Dog For Adoption
FOR ADOPTION
Pearl-Drop
Mal-Shi
Female, Adult
USA Missouri City, TX, USA
Date listed: 07/16/2025
Dog Breed: Maltese / Shih Tzu / Mixed (long coat). Est DOB 3/15/22 Current weight ~ 15 lbs This dog is heartworm positive but please do not rule him/her out because of it....
Savannah - Shih Tzu / Maltese / Mixed Dog For Adoption
FOR ADOPTION
Savannah
Mal-Shi
Female, Adult
USA W Hollywood, CA, USA
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Dog Breed: Shih Tzu / Maltese / Mixed. Meet Savannah Sweet. Resilient. Full of love. Savannah is a gentle, joyful soul who adores cuddles, playtime, and sunshine on her...
Rocky Wynn - Shih Tzu / Maltese / Mixed Dog For Adoption
FOR ADOPTION
Rocky Wynn
Mal-Shi
Male, Young
USA Weston, FL, USA
Date listed: 05/14/2025
Dog Breed: Shih Tzu / Maltese / Mixed. Rocky Wynn is a totally terrific, very friendly and sweet, young boy. He is an easy going guy who loves to be with people, and he gets along...
Celine - Maltese / Shih Tzu / Mixed (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
FOR ADOPTION
Celine
Mal-Shi
Female, Young
USA Ventura, CA, USA
Date listed: 06/25/2025
Dog Breed: Maltese / Shih Tzu / Mixed (medium coat). Breed: Maltese / Shih Tzu X DOB: 10/2022 Gender: female Altered: yes Coat: medium Size: small Color(s): white ...
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