Is a Japanese Chin Maltese Mix the Right Dog for You?

These hybrid dogs are recognized by the American Canine Hybrid Club and can be registered on their website.

They are a rare and unique Maltese mix that is growing in popularity because of their lively and charming personality.

Read more about the Jatese below to see if this is the right Maltese mix for you.

Personality

These dogs take on the temperament of both Japanese Chins and Maltese. They are devoted and affectionate little dogs.

Most Maltese Japanese Chin dogs are very intelligent, but they have a mind of their own and like to be the center of attention. Because of this, they love to be taught to perform tricks and earn your praise.

These dogs do wonderful with gentle children and other pets. Most people find them to have a sensitive and loving personality.

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If you already have a Japanese Chin mix or know someone that does, check out these unique gifts for dog lovers below.

Appearance

If you like a dog with dainty legs and expressive eyes, than this Maltese mix might be right for you! Although most are all white or white with black patches, Jatese can come in a variety of colors from red to lemon.

Hair is usually long and feathered. These dogs should be brushed daily to keep their beautiful coat tangle free.

Since Japanese Chins are average shedders, they may shed a little or not at all. There is no guarantee either way. Full grown Japanese Chin Maltese mixes can weigh anywhere from 4-12lbs.

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What Other Jatese Owners Have Said

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Maximus
Maximus is 10 years old this month. He is 1/8th Japanese Chin and the rest Maltese. Love that he has this breeding. He can charm the pants off anyone …

Gizmo
Gizmo is 8.5 years old and bigger than what was thought at 14.5 pounds but not fat. He has been the best dog that we have ever had. Easy to train, very …

Friendly Jaba
Jaba is almost 8 months old, a very friendly little guy that loves attention. He also loves to cuddle and play. Jaba is great with children, other dogs …

Male Jatese - Blue
We got a male Jatese, likes to be the center of attraction, soooo much affectionate, great with our family, good temperament especially with my 2 boys …

Jatese - Neko
Neko is our bubbly 3yr old Jatese, He's 9.5lbs. loves to run through the house jumping on furniture chasing/playing with my 9yr old son or my nephews until …

Rescued Dog - Emmett
Emmett is a 4 year old Japanese Chin/Maltese mix whom I adopted from a rescue as a puppy. He has a mind of his own and a very distinct personality, but …

Jatese - Riley
Riley is five year old Jatese! He is very sweet and cuddly - very much a lap dog. He loves to be outside and go on walks but he doesn't understand tug-of-war, …

Jatese
I have a two year old Jatese. She is very lovable and trainable. She is very good at agility and is very energetic. She takes my breath away when she jumps …

Japanese Chin Maltese Mix
Woody is a lovable little guy. He is a 5 month old, 7lb Japanese Chin Maltese mix. He is full of energy and loves to play with his house mate (a Schitzu …

Abby Not rated yet
Abby is 7.5 years old. She is absolutely the best dog ever. Sweet temperament and so loving. She loves to snuggle and give kisses. She enjoys walks and …

Charlie Not rated yet
Charlie is very hyper. He also has seperation anxiety. When I leave him to go someplace he goes crazy. But I love the little rascal very much. Charlie …

Poppi Not rated yet
Poppi is energetic but also bey loving and sweet. She has always loved to play and run. I have found that she can jump very high and she tends to jump …

Romeo Not rated yet
Romeo is 12 weeks old. He is very well behaved and only whines when he wants to cuddle. He already goes to the door when he has to potty. Romeo understands …

Baxter Not rated yet
I adopted him when he was almost 9 years old. I also adopted his 9 year old Shih Tzu sister with him. Baxter is such a happy friendly little guy. He …

Chin Maltese Mix - Mr. Higgins Not rated yet
Mr. Higgins is 14 yrs old. he is a Chin Maltese mix. his mom is chin and his father Maltese. his mom, is the sweetest dog, and loving. his father was …

White Jatese - Sweetpea Not rated yet
Well, we don't call Sweetpea a Jatese. When I bought, 1 day before her 8 week birthdate, I was told she is a Malchin. So, not sure what to call our precious …

Jatese Lap Dog - Pluto Not rated yet
He is sweet, adorable and loves attention. The only issue is he gets very jealous when my kids talk to me or anyone else talks to me for that matter. Truly …

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