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

Unfortunately, the Mini Scottish Fox Terrier is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Active
Playful
Happy
Intelligent
Responsive
Docile
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Eager
Easygoing
Smart

Playful
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Quick
Selfish
Spirited

United States

United States

Maltese, Cavachon

Scottish Terrier and Mini Fox Terrier

Unknown

1990s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Brown
Black
White

Black
Gray
Brown
Pied
Brindle

Wavy

Wiry

A Malton 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 Mini Scottish Fox Terrier can have a litter of 2-6 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.

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

Mini Scottish Fox Terriers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

Cataracts
Hypothyroidism
Atopic Dermatitis
Bladder Stones
Corneal Dystrophy

Allergies
Scotty Cramp
Hypothyroidism
Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)

Eye examination
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests

Hearing
Dna Test For Vwd
Eye Examination
Ultrasound
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Thyroid Panel
Allergy Testing

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

Mini Scottish Fox Terriers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Maltons are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Mini Scottish Fox Terriers 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 Malton, 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 Mini Scottish Fox Terrier, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Maltons usually need at least 15 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 Mini Scottish Fox Terriers 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.

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

Mini Scottish Fox Terrier 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 10-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Malton feed 0.7 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 10-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Mini Scottish Fox Terrier 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.

The average cost of a Malton is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

The average cost of a Mini Scottish Fox Terrier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Malton 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 Mini Scottish Fox Terrier 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.

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.

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

Mini Scottish Fox Terriers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Mini Scottish Fox Terriers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Mini Scottish Fox Terriers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Maltons are highly friendly around strangers.

Mini Scottish Fox Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Mini Scottish Fox Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.