While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Maltichons are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Italian Bulldogge is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Active
Playful
Sensitive
Intelligent
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Cheerful
Easygoing

Loving
Stubborn
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Confident
Friendly
Obedient
Dominant
Strong
Trainable
Fearless

Maltichons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Italian Bulldogges are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Avoid Maltichons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Italian Bulldogges make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

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Bichon Frise and Maltese

Neapolitan Mastiff and Olde English Bulldogge

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2000s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

White

Black
Red
Brindle
Blue

Maltichons are known for their coat length.

Italian Bulldogges have short coats.

Wavy

Straight

A Maltichon can have a litter of 3-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An Italian Bulldogge can have a litter of 6-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Maltichons are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Italian Bulldogges are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

While the Maltichon breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Italian Bulldogges typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Cushing's Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Hip Dysplasia

Cataracts
Hydrocephalus
Atopic Dermatitis
Dental Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Shaker Dog Syndrome
Corneal Dystrophy
Cryptorchidism

Ectropion
Cherry Eye
Skin Fold Dermatitis

Eye Examination
Dental Examination
Electrocardiogram
Radiographs
Skin Samples

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Complete Physical Examination

Maltichons' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Italian Bulldogges are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Maltichon has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Italian Bulldogge has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Maltichons need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Italian Bulldogges need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Maltichons bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Italian Bulldogge dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Maltichons are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Maltichon dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Italian Bulldogges are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Maltichon, it's at least 2 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Italian Bulldogge, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Maltichons usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Italian Bulldogges usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Maltichons require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Italian Bulldogge has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Ideally, Maltichon should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Italian Bulldogge should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 9-13 pound (4 - 6 kg) Maltichon feed 0.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 120-150 pound (54 - 68 kg) Italian Bulldogge feed 4 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Maltichon is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an Italian Bulldogge is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Maltichon is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an Italian Bulldogge is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Maltichons make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The Italian Bulldogge is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Maltichons are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Italian Bulldogges are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Maltichons are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Italian Bulldogges are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Maltichons are highly friendly around strangers.

Italian Bulldogges are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Maltichons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Italian Bulldogges are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Maltichons are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Italian Bulldogges may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.