The Mauxie is a cross between a purebred Dachshund and a purebred Maltese. They are called hybrid or designer dogs due to their origination from two different pure breeds.
These hybrids are small in size, standing no more than 15 inches and weighing around 10 to 20 pounds. They are alert, courageous, loyal and social dogs. They have long and straight coat which needs daily brushing. They are found in a variety of colours that mostly comes from Dachshund side.
These dogs are very unique mix that is rare and hard to find but they make good family dogs.