What is a powder puff Maltese?

The Normal Behaviors of Adult Maltese You might have heard of the hairless breed known as the Chinese crested. If the idea of a hairless dog is a bit off-putting, the Chinese Crested also comes in a lightly furred version known as the powder puff. Both types might be siblings, born in the same litter.

How much does a Chinese Crested powder puff dog cost?

The average price of a Chinese Crested puppy from a reputable breeder is between $1,200 and $2,200, while top-quality Chinese Crested puppy can cost as high as $4,000. There is little variation in price depending on if it’s a powderpuff or a hairless breed.

What is a crested malt puppy?

The Crested Malt is a toy hybrid that can inherit any combination of personality and physical traits from its parent breeds – the charming Maltese and vivacious Chinese Crested. Because Crested Malts are not yet stabilized as a breed, they are currently unable to join the American Kennel Club roster of purebred dogs.

What happens if you mix a Maltese with a Chinese Crested?

This Maltese mix comes in a wide variety of colors; either solid, mixed, or spotted. Hair type depends on the variety of Chinese Crested the Maltese is bred with. If mixed with a Chinese Crested Powderpuff the result will be a long, fine, double coat that needs consistant brushing to prevent mats and tangles.

What happens if you mix a Chinese crested with a hairless dog?

If mixed with a Chinese Crested Powderpuff the result will be a long, fine, double coat that needs consistant brushing to prevent mats and tangles. If mixed with a Chinese Crested Hairless dog, they will shed little to no hair and are great for allergy sufferers.

Is the crested malt dog an official breed?

The Crested Malt is a highly-trainable breed that’s suitable for beginner dog owners. Even though official canine clubs and organizations such as the AKC don’t recognize hybrids as official breeds, there are plenty of them that do.

Where can I buy a Chinese Crested Dog?

You can purchase them from your vet or from distributors online. That way you will know for sure what breeds your dog is made up of. Diabetes is not well documented in the Chinese Crested breed, but that does not mean that your dog couldn’t be part Chinese Crested and have diabetes.