Mauxie Breed Information & Characteristics

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

Active
Playful
Stubborn
Courageous
Intelligent
Responsive
Docile
Devoted
Lively
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Easygoing
Clever

Mauxie will shed a negligible amount of hair. Some owners say that they do not shed, but that is not true. But the amount of shedding can be rather light than other dog breeds. If you do not want to deal with the hairs flying around in your home, then this breed is a perfect choice for you.

Mauxies are not the best watchdogs. If you want a guard dog, the Mauxie is not the breed for you. They will 'watch' everything - but that's usually as far as they go.

Dachshund and Maltese

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®

2000s

Hazel
Brown

Black
Brown
Isabella

Silver
Sable
Brindle
Isabella
Brown
Cream

The coat of a Mauxie dog is generally known for its length.

Wavy

A Mauxie can have a litter of 4-8 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.

Mauxies are known for their adaptability and versatility, they are capable of adapting well to a wide range of lifestyle changes and living environments. They are a highly adaptable breed, and make great companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Mauxie is generally considered to be healthy. However, like all breeds, they are susceptible to certain health issues and it is important to keep an eye out for them and address them with your veterinarian as needed.

Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Cryptorchidism
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Canine Glaucoma

Deafness
Cataracts
Shaker Dog Syndrome

X-ray imaging
Electrocardiogram
Optical Examination
Blood And Urine Analysis
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian

Mauxies may be a good breed for those who prefer a more relaxed lifestyle. They tend to have a lower energy level than other breeds of dogs.

Mauxie have very high social needs. These needs include regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship. They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Mauxies a breed that requires only a small amount of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. These breeds are ideal for people with busy lifestyles, elderly people or those who have limited mobility. They also make great pets for those who live in small apartments or have limited outdoor space.

The Mauxie breed is known for its moderate energy levels and normal sleep patterns, typically sleeping around 12-14 hours per day.

Mauxies tend to bark moderately, they bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or to communicate something. They may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Run, Walk, Catch treats, Fetch, Playing fetch, Chasing balls

Mauxies 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 Mauxie, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Mauxies 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.

The Mauxie is a breed of dog that requires an average amount of grooming effort.

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

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-20 pound (5 - 9 kg) Mauxie feed 1.5 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 Mauxie is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Mauxie is between $42 - $56. This makes an average of $504 - $672 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 Mauxie have below the average degree of obedience intelligence among other breeds. However, calling them “dumb dogs” is unfair. Where Mauxies lack in obedience & working intelligence, they make up for it with their keen ability to understand human emotions.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

Mauxies are known for being excellent apartment dogs. They are fairly active indoors and will do okay without a yard.

Mauxies are average friendly dogs towards children.

Mauxies are one of the best dogs for cats. They're accept cats readily as part of the family. However, this dog breed should be trained to not chase after the kitty early on

Mauxies are friendly, active and loyal companions. They generally love to be around other dogs, making them a good family pet for some,

Mauxies are friendly dogs and won't commonly bark at strangers. However, if you wish to change this, training them is easy. With their intelligence, teaching this breed to do anything is pretty simple.

Mauxies have an average level of playfulness. The Mauxies, like other dogs, like to play. But they are not the most playful dog breed.

Mauxie dogs are known for their ease of training and ability to learn quickly, making them a popular choice for pet owners and trainers alike.