Unfortunately, the Italian Grey Min Pin is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

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.

Playful
Agile
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Companionable
Athletic
Clever
Mischievous

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

United States

United States

Miniature Pinscher and Italian Greyhound

Maltese, Cavachon

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Brown
Black
White

Italian Grey Min Pins have short coats.

Maltons have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

An Italian Grey Min Pin can have a litter of 2-5 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 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.

While the Italian Grey Min Pin breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Maltons 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
Epilepsy
Mitral Valve Disease

Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Periodontal Disease
Skin Diseases and Disorders
Congenital Eye Defects

Cataracts
Hypothyroidism
Atopic Dermatitis
Bladder Stones
Corneal Dystrophy

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Diagnostic Imaging
Electronic Nerve Response and Activity Test
DNA

Eye examination
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests

Italian Grey Min Pin has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Italian Grey Min Pins sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Italian Grey Min Pins bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

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

Italian Grey Min Pins 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.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Italian Grey Min Pin, it's at least 11 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 Malton, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Italian Grey Min Pins 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 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.

The Italian Grey Min Pin is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Malton has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Italian Grey Min Pin 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

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

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Italian Grey Min Pin 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 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.

The average cost of an Italian Grey Min Pin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of an Italian Grey Min Pin 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 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.

Italian Grey Min Pin is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Malton has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

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

Italian Grey Min Pins have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Italian Grey Min Pins are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Italian Grey Min Pins are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Italian Grey Min Pins are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Maltons are highly friendly around strangers.