Affectionate
Independent
Loving
Playful
Social
Alert
Intelligent
Going
Quiet

Playful
Independent
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal

Mal-Shis are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Avoid Yorkillons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

United States

United States

Shih Tzu, Maltese

Yorkshire Terrier, Papillon

1990

Unknown

Hazel
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

White
Black
Brown

Black
Blue
Silver
White
Fawn
Red
Brown
Sable

Mal-Shis are known for their coat length.

Yorkillons have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Mal-Shi can have a litter of 12-15 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.

A Yorkillon can have a litter of 4-6 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.

Mal-Shis have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

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

Yorkillons 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
Respiratory Problems

Patellar Luxation
Portacaval Shunt
Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Hypoglycemia
Mitral Valve Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Collapsed Trachea

None Known

Cataracts
Von Willebrand's Disease
Follicular Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

X-Rays
Respiratory Tests
Full Body Physical Examination especially of the joints

Eye
Heart
Liver Ultrasound
X-Rays
Endoscopy
Complete Physical Examination
Hip and Knee
DNA

Mal-Shis are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Mal-Shi has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Mal-Shis need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Mal-Shis have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Yorkillons sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Mal-Shi, it's at least 5 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 Yorkillon, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Mal-Shis 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.

In general most Yorkillons 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.

The Mal-Shi requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Yorkillons 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.

Pin Brush
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Mal-Shi is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Yorkillon is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Mal-Shi is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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 a Yorkillon is between $32 - $42. This makes an average of $384 - $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.

Mal-Shi has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Yorkillons are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Mal-Shis are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Mal-Shis are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Yorkillons have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

Mal-Shis are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Mal-Shis are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Yorkillons are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Mal-Shis have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

Mal-Shis are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Yorkillons are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.