Red Maltipoo Guide – Everything You Need To Know!

Red Maltipoos (AKA Red Maltepoos, Red Mal-t-poos or Red Moodles) are a mixed breed dog, the resulting of breeding a Maltese with a Red Poodle. They are a very cute dog breed with a rich red coat, dark eyes, floppy ears and a button nose. It’s no wonder that they are so popular considering their appearance as well as their wonderful temperament.

If you are interested in Red Maltipoos keep reading this article to find out all the answers to your questions about this dog breed!

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What Does A Red Maltipoo Look Like?

Red Maltipoos feature a coat that can be anywhere from a reddish cream to a rusty brown color. They may also feature a small white patch on their chest or paws however these as technically Red and White Maltipoos. Maltipoos can only be this color is the Poodle has a red coat as purebred Malteses are never red. Their coats can come in various textures including curly, wavy or straight.

Like all Maltipoos, Red Maltipoos have a small stature with a round face shape, round eyes, a button nose and floppy ears. Their overall size really depends on what size of Poodle was originally crossed with the Maltese but all sizes are still quite small so Maltipoos generally look like puppies for their whole lives.

Are Red Maltipoos Rare?

Red Maltipoos are pretty rare. Only the Poodle carries the genes for a red coat so Red Maltipoos are usually only seen in later generations such as back-cross generations. This is because there is a greater percentage of Poodle genes in back-cross generations (e.g. F1b Maltipoos) and a higher chance for the Maltipoo to carry the gene for a red coat.

Apricot vs Red Maltipoo

The main difference between an Apricot Maltipoo and a Red Maltipoo is the intensity of the red color of their coat. “Red” is usually used as a blanket term to describe every shade of red coat from light to dark while “Apricot” is specifically used for Maltipoos that have a very light red coat. Apricot Maltipoos often have peachy undertones in their coat and sometimes they are so light that they are nearly cream in color.

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Red Maltipoo Characteristics

Red Maltipoo Characteristics
Height	Depends on size (Teacup, Toy, Mini or Standard Maltipoo).
Weight	Depends on size (Teacup, Toy, Mini or Standard Maltipoo).
Temperament	Fun-loving, devoted, gentle and affectionate.
Activity Levels	Moderate.
Exercise Requirements	30 to 60 min per day.
Lifespan	10 to 15 years.
Coat	Wavy or curly single coat.
Eyes	Brown.
Shedding	Low.
Apartment Adaptability	Can live in an apartment if given enough exercise daily.
Good with Children	Yes.

Coat Types

There are three main coat types Red Maltipoos can have: wavy, curly or straight. Wavy and curly coats are the most common while straight coats are seen in Maltipoo generations that have a a very high percentage of Maltese genes over Poodle genes

Curly Hair

Curly coats are much denser and thicker than straight or wavy coats and more closely resemble the coat of a Poodle. Curly hair Red Maltipoos are usually more hypoallergenic than other coat types as they shed less and therefore release less dander into their immediate environment. This coat type is more commonly seen in back-cross generations e.g. F1b, F1bb, F2b Maltipoos etc.

Straight Hair

Straight Hair Red Maltipoos usually look more like Malteses than Poodles. Their coats are very silky and much thinner than curly coats. Straight hair Maltipoos are usually seen in 50-50 Maltese to Poodle generations or reverse generations where there is a higher percentage of Maltese than Poodle genes.

Wavy Hair

Red Maltipoos with wavy hair feature light, loose waves. Sometimes wavy coats are very soft and smooth while other times they can have a wiry texture. This coat type is usually seen in first or second generation Maltipoos e.g. F1 or F2 Maltipoos.

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Coat Variations

Light Red Maltipoo

In reality, Light Red Maltipoos are Apricot Maltipoos as they have such a light colored coat. Quite a few Red Maltipoos end up being Light Red Maltipoos as their coats fade with age.

Fox Red Maltipoo

Red Fox Maltipoos have a rich foxy red colored coat. There is nothing unique that sets a Red Fox Maltipoo apart from any other Red Maltipoo, it’s just another name for the same colored dog.

Dark Red Maltipoo

Dark Red Maltipoos have a very deep red colored coat. It can also have brown undertones so some Dark Red Maltipoos look more like Brown Maltipoos.

Coat Color Changes

Do Maltipoos Change Color?

Red Maltipoos can change color if they inherit the ‘fading’ or ‘dilution’ gene from the Poodle. These changes will usually occur within the first two years of their life however not all Red Maltipoos will change color. If a Red Maltipoo changes color, their coat will fade to a light red or apricot color. Coat color changes can also occur from UV light exposure so if your Red Maltipoo spends a lot of time out in the sun it is likely that their coat will undergo some fading.

Red Maltipoo Price

Red Maltipoos usually sell for prices between $2500USD and $6500USD however most sell for prices around $4000USD. They are generally more expensive than the average Maltipoo as the coat color is quite rare.

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Red Maltipoo Full Grown

The size a Maltipoo gets to full grown depends on the size of Poodle the Maltese was originally crossed with. There are four main sizes of Maltipoo including: Teacup Maltipoos, Toy Maltipoos, Mini Maltipoos and Standard Maltipoos.

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Teacup Red Maltipoo

Teacup Red Maltipoos get to a height of 6 to 7 inches (15.2cm to 17.8cm) and weigh around 5 pounds (2.3kg) when fully grown. They are the smallest Maltipoo size.

Toy Red Maltipoo

Toy Red Maltipoos get to a height of 8 to 10 inches (20.3cm to 25.4cm) and weigh just under 10 pounds (under 4.5kg) when fully grown. They are the second smallest Maltipoo size.

Mini Red Maltipoo

Mini Red Maltipoos get to a height of 10 to 12 inches (25.4cm to 30.5cm) when fully grown and weigh 10 to 20 pounds (4.5kg to 9.1kg). They are the second largest Maltipoo size.

Standard Red Maltipoo

Standard Red Maltipoos get to a height of 12 to 15 inches (30.5cm to 38.1cm) and weigh between 15 and 25 pounds (6.8kg to 11.3kg) when fully grown. They are the largest Maltipoo size.

Red Maltipoo Generations

F1 Red Maltipoo

A F1 Red Maltipoo is the first generation of the breed created by crossing a purebred Maltese with either a purebred Toy, Miniature or Standard Poodle. An F1 Maltipoo is 50% Maltese and 50% Poodle.

F1b Red Maltipoo

An F1b Red Maltipoo is created by crossing a F1 Red Maltipoo with a purebred Poodle that is either Toy, Miniature or Standard sized. The resulting dog is 25% Maltese and 75% Poodle.

F2 Red Maltipoo

An F2 Red Maltipoo is the second generation of the breed created by breeding a F1 Red Maltipoo with another F1 Red Maltipoo. They are 50% Maltese and 50% Poodle.

Red Maltipoo Temperament

Red Maltipoos are an affectionate, gentle and intelligent breed. They love to play in short active bursts but equally enjoy cuddling and chilling out with their owners. The main downside of Red Maltipoos is that they really like to bark. This makes them a great watchdog however their small size won’t provide you with any protection!

Red Maltipoo Lifespan

On average, Red Maltipoos live for 10 to 15 years. There are many factors that affect the lifespan of an Red Maltipoo including size, gender, whether they are desexed or intact as well as their generation.

You can give your Red Maltipoo the best chance of living the longest life possible by exercising them daily, feeding them a healthy diet and keeping on top of vet appointments.

Red Maltipoo Name Ideas

Lava
Redford
Sparks
Archie
Pepper
Mars
Copper
Maple
Ember
Phoenix

Red Maltipoo Pros & Cons

Pros	Cons
Red Maltipoos are a low shedding dog breed and are hypoallergenic.	Red Maltipoos are prone to getting tear stains.
Red Maltipoos have a relatively long lifespan.	Red Maltipoos are quite expensive.
Red Maltipoos are extremely friendly and affectionate.	Red Maltipoos can suffer from separation anxiety.
Red Maltipoos have a beautiful coat color that is distinct from their typical white or cream coat.	Red Maltipoos require regular grooming.