Active
Playful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Responsive
Docile
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Easygoing

Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Trainable
Fearless
Faithful
Instinctual

Malchis shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Smooth Foodles are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

United States

United States

Chihuahua, Maltese

Poodle and Smooth Fox Terrier

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Fawn
White
Black
Cream

Black
Brown
Gray
Blue
Silver
White

Malchis are known for their coat length.

Smooth Foodles have medium-length coats.

Wavy

Wiry

A Malchi 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.

A Smooth Foodle can have a litter of 3-6 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.

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

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

Patellar Luxation
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Patellar Luxation
Sebaceous Adenitis
Gastric Dilation Volvulus
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Demodicosis
Pulmonic Stenosis
Glaucoma
Hydrocephalus
Color Dilution Alopecia
Portosystemic Shunt
Shaker Dog Syndrome
Corneal Dystrophy
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)
Cryptorchidism
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Deafness
Cataracts
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Von Willebrand's Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Wobbler's Syndrome
Bleeding Disorder
Eye Diseases and Disorders
Canine Cushing’s Disease
Cerebellar Abiotrophy (Ataxia)
Myasthenia Gravis
Pyruvate Kinase (PK) Deficiency

Knee
Dna For Pra
Eye Examinations
Blood Analysis
Full Body Physical Examination
Hearing and Ear Tests
Heart Analysis

Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Ear Tests and Myringotomy Tests
Yearly Physical Examination
Various Blood Testing Modalities
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Dental and Oral Examinations
Echocardiography (ultrasound)

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

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

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

Smooth Foodles 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 Malchi, it's at least 7 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 Smooth Foodle, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Malchis 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 Smooth Foodles usually need at least 90 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 Malchi has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Smooth Foodles 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
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 5-12 pound (2 - 5 kg) Malchi feed 1 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 5-65 pound (2 - 29 kg) Smooth Foodle feed 2 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 Malchi is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Smooth Foodle is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Malchi 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 a Smooth Foodle is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

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

Malchis have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Smooth Foodles make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

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

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

Smooth Foodles are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Smooth Foodles are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Smooth Foodles are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

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