Active
Playful
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Easygoing

Friendly
Playful
Energetic
Intelligent
Stubborn

Avoid Highland Malties as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Biewer Terriers make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Maltese, West Highland White Terrier (Westie)

Yorkshire Terrrier

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

United Kennel Club

Unknown

1980

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

White

Cream
Blue
Brown
White
Black

Highland Malties are known for their coat length.

Biewer Terriers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wavy

Straight

A Highland Maltie 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 Biewer Terrier 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.

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

Biewer Terriers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Patellar Luxation
Cataract
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Portosystemic Shunt

Ear Health and Infection
Eye Infections

Patellar Luxation

X-Rays
Eye Examinations
Urinalysis
Blood Tests
Full Physical Examination
Ear Tests and Myringotomy Tests

Knee
Liver Ultrasound
X-Rays
Bile Acids

Highland Malties are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Biewer Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

Biewer Terrier has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Highland Malties require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Biewer Terriers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Biewer Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

The Highland Maltie is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

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

Dog Parks, Play, Fetch, Walk, Snuggle

Playdate, Training, Walks, Tug-O-War, Walking, Watching tv, Tug-of-war, Chasing, Ball Catching, Running, Tossing toys, Napping, Belly rubs, Cuddling, Eating

Highland Malties 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.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Highland Maltie, it's at least 6 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 Biewer Terrier, it's at least 3 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Highland Malties 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 Biewer Terriers 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.

Highland Malties 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.

The Biewer Terrier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Biewer 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
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Clipper
Nail Clipper

The average per month expenses of a Highland Maltie is between $35 - $45. This makes an average of $420 - $540 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 Biewer Terrier 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.

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

Biewer Terrier is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

Biewer Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

Highland Malties are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Biewer Terriers are not cat friendly.

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

Biewer Terriers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Highland Malties are highly friendly around strangers.

Biewer Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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