Find out all about Maltese Shih Tzu and their common health conditions, and then compare pet insurance options from some of Australia’s leading insurers.
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$1,500 –$3,000
20cm - 30cm
3kg - 6kg
Playful, affectionate, friendly
Long, wavy, hypoallergenic
Low
Yes
12 - 15 years
The Maltese Shih Tzu, often called the ‘Malshi,’ is a delightful crossbreed between the Maltese and Shih Tzu, known for its affectionate and friendly nature. They were first bred in the United States in the 1990s in an effort to produce a small, non-shedding dog with a hypoallergenic coat that would make a good indoor house pet. The result of crossing a Maltese, with its long white coat, and the slightly larger Shih Tzu with its hypoallergenic coat, has now become a firm favourite world-wide.
Malshis have a medium to long, thick soft wavy coat that requires regular grooming. Unlike the Maltese, that is almost always pure white, they come in a range of delightful colours including black, brown, white, cream and black and brown.
Malshis are known for their affection towards their owners and also their patience and suitability to be a lap dog if required. Their friendly and sociable nature makes them great companions for the elderly or house-bound. They are also very suitable for apartment living. They are intelligent and responsive to training, but can be stubborn and spirited.
The small size of Maltese means they can easily be injured, so they should be handled with care by older children and protected from larger playful dogs. They can also suffer from separation anxiety if left alone too long. They love to be with their owners at all times, and can become problem barkers if not given sufficient human attention.
Most Australians can expect to pay between $20 and $60 a month for pet insurance. There are many factors that can influence the cost of pet insurance for your dog, which is why it's important to compare pet insurance policies. Factors affecting the cost of your insurance include:
This is the most basic type of pet insurance, covering costs for accidental injuries such as car accidents, poisoning, burns, fractures, snake and spider bites, but not illnesses and other conditions.
This type of insurance provides cover for accidental injuries as well as illnesses like cancer, gastrointestinal problems and eye, ear and skin conditions, but not routine care for your pet.
This offers the highest level of protection, covering accident and illness and potentially routine care such as vaccinations, dental care, worm and flea treatments and microchipping.
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