Unfortunately, the Polish Tatra Sheepdog 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, Maltipoms are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Calm
Independent
Intelligent

Active
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Lively
Gentle
Tempered
Sociable
Sweet
Attentive
Trainable
Easygoing
Extroverted

Choose a Polish Tatra Sheepdog if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Avoid Maltipoms as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Poland

United States

Mastiff, Native Mountain Dogs

Pomeranian, Maltese

American Rare Breed Association
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
United Kennel Club
American Canine Association, Inc.
Polish Tatra Sheepdog Club Of America
Polish Kennel Club

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®

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White

White
Cream
Black
Brown
Fawn

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Maltipoms are known for their coat length.

Wavy

Straight

A Polish Tatra Sheepdog can have a litter of 10-12 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 Maltipom 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.

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Patellar Luxation
Canine Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Hypothyroidism
Portosystemic Shunt
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Testing

Eye examination
Radiographs
Thyroid Testing

Polish Tatra Sheepdog has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Walking, Swim, Walk, Run

Playing Ball, Swim, Run, Playful, Walking, Playing, Tummy rubs, Fetch, Vocal, Tug of war, Cuddling, Toys, Play, Tug-of-war, Walk, Cuddles, Go on Vacation, Road trip, Groom, Speak, Nap, Chase, Hide & Seek, Eating Snacks, Tag, Dressing up, Playing at home, Playtime, Training, Belly rubs

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs 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.

Maltipoms are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Maltipom 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 Polish Tatra Sheepdog, it's at least 16 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 Maltipom, it's at least 3 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Polish Tatra Sheepdogs 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 Maltipoms 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 Polish Tatra Sheepdog is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Maltipom requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Polish Tatra Sheepdog 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, Maltipom should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Flea Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 80-130 pound (36 - 59 kg) Polish Tatra Sheepdog feed 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.

For an average 3-8 pound (1 - 4 kg) Maltipom feed 0.5 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 Polish Tatra Sheepdog is somewhere $4.90 - $5.60 per day.

The average cost of a Maltipom is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Polish Tatra Sheepdog is between $112 - $154. This makes an average of $1344 - $1848 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 Maltipom 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.

Polish Tatra Sheepdog has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Maltipoms are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

The Polish Tatra Sheepdog is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

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

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Maltipoms have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Maltipoms are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Maltipoms are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

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