Maltipoo Singapore: puppies for sale

Ongoing cost of owning a Maltipoo in Singapore

Budget roughly S$120–S$220 a month once your Maltipoo puppy is home. Food and grooming are the two recurring line items that surprise most first-time owners, so plan for them before you commit.

• Premium food suited to the breed: S$45–S$80/month
• Professional grooming: S$60–S$90 per session
• Heartworm, tick and flea prevention: S$30–S$50/month
• Annual vaccination and health check: S$150–S$300/year
• Pet insurance (optional): S$40–S$90/month
• AVS dog licence renewal: from S$15/year

Why cheap Maltipoo puppies are a red flag

Listings well below S$2,500 usually mean undocumented imports, no AVS licence behind the sale, or puppies moved on before they were ready to leave their litter. Ask any seller for their AVS licence number, the breeder's name and the puppy's health records before you place a deposit — we're happy for you to ask us exactly the same questions in person.

Deposits, payment and what happens next

A deposit reserves a specific Maltipoo puppy and is only taken after you've met the puppy or seen full video and paperwork. The balance is settled at collection in our showroom, where we walk you through the health records, feeding plan and the first week at home. Our 48-hour health guarantee covers certain specified genetic diseases where a certified vet declares the puppy unfit to be sold. It is subject to terms; ask us for the full conditions.

HDB rules and housing

A Maltipoo is not a named breed on the HDB Schedule. A cross can qualify only when both parent breeds are named on the Schedule; for a Maltipoo, those parents must be a Maltese and a Toy or Miniature Poodle. Do not assume every Maltipoo is approved. A full-grown Maltipoo weighs about 3–7 kg and stands roughly 20–35 cm tall. Check the official HDB Keeping Pets page and the Housing and Development (Animals) Rules Schedule (61 named breeds, plus item 62 for a cross of any two listed breeds). Dog licences are issued by AVS, not HDB. For HDB flats, see our HDB-suitable breeds guide.

Space, exercise and daily routine

Maltipoos need only 20–40 minutes of activity a day, usually split into two short walks plus indoor play, which makes them one of the easiest breeds to keep in a flat. Whatever the breed, walks in Singapore belong in the cooler hours — before roughly 9am and after 7pm — with water on hand and a quick pavement temperature check with the back of your hand. On rainy days, swap the walk for scent games, puzzle feeders or short training drills indoors.

Family, kids and other pets

Maltipoos adore people and settle happily with children who have been taught to sit on the floor rather than pick the puppy up, and they usually accept cats and other small dogs easily. You're welcome to bring your children to meet our puppies at the showroom so you can see the dynamic for yourself before deciding.

Temperament, training and neighbours

Bright, sociable and quick to learn, Maltipoos can become vocal if they're bored or left alone too long, so build up alone-time gradually from the first week. Start crate training and toilet routines from day one, keep training sessions short and reward-based, and socialise your puppy with lifts, void decks and delivery trolleys early — in dense Singapore housing, a confident dog is a quiet dog.

Managing heat and humidity

Small dogs overheat quickly on hot pavement because they sit so close to the ground, so keep midday outings brief and use grass or shaded corridors where you can. Watch for heavy panting, brick-red gums, thick drool or wobbliness — the early signs of heat stress. Cool your dog with room-temperature water on the belly and paws, never ice water, and call your vet immediately.

Coat, skin and grooming

The Maltese × Poodle coat is low-shedding but grows continuously, so brush every day or two to prevent matting behind the ears and under the legs, and book a professional groom every 6–8 weeks. Dry the coat thoroughly after every bath — damp fur in our humidity is the single biggest cause of hot spots and yeast — and check ears weekly, as Singapore's climate makes ear infections common in dogs with drop or heavily coated ears.

Feeding and healthy growth

Feed a small-breed puppy formula across three to four small meals a day until six months — toy crosses are prone to low blood sugar if meals are skipped. Keep your puppy lean; excess weight is the most avoidable contributor to joint problems later in life. Fresh water should always be available, and food portions adjusted every few weeks as your puppy grows.

Vet care and health screening

Maltipoos are generally hardy, but watch for patellar luxation, dental crowding and tear staining; annual dental checks make a real difference in small breeds. Complete the vaccination series on schedule and start heartworm prevention early — mosquitoes make heartworm a year-round risk in Singapore. Every Maltipoo we import arrives with breeder health records, so your own vet has full history from the very first visit.

From breeder to our East Coast Road showroom

Puppies stay with their litter until they are old enough to travel, fly on approved routes, then clear AVS import and quarantine requirements before arriving with us. Each puppy is examined by our vet on arrival, settled at the showroom, and only listed once we're satisfied it is healthy, eating well and comfortable with people.

What happens when you visit

Book a private 45-minute play date at 278 East Coast Road, Singapore 428944. You'll meet the puppy in a quiet room, see the health records and import paperwork, and talk through food, crate setup and the first week at home. All collections happen in-store so we can hand over properly — we don't deliver puppies.

• AVS Licence AS24C00019 — displayed in-store
• Vaccination card and vet health certificate for every puppy, dewormed and microchipped before collection
• Lifetime WhatsApp support after you take your puppy home

Joining the Maltipoo waitlist

Maltipoos are one of our most requested small crosses and puppies are often reserved within days of landing. Join the waitlist over WhatsApp and we'll message you with photos, gender, expected arrival date and pricing as soon as the next litter is confirmed — no deposit needed simply to be on the list.