Buddyz is pet business management software that helps grooming salons, dog daycares, boarding businesses, and multi-location pet service operators manage scheduling, check-in, pet profiles, customer communication, payments, and daily operations in one platform.

Who is Buddyz built for?

Buddyz is built for pet business owners and teams running grooming salons, dog daycares, boarding facilities, and multi-location pet service businesses. It adapts to grooming-only shops, daycare-only operations, combined services, and multi-location businesses.

Is Buddyz free to start?

Yes. Buddyz starts with a free Core Platform that includes smart scheduling, pet intelligence, and smart check-in. Add-on capabilities for grooming, daycare, boarding, operations, customer communication, payments, and reporting are available as modular add-ons.

Does Buddyz replace scheduling software like Vagaro or MindBody for pet businesses?

Buddyz goes beyond scheduling. While it includes smart scheduling and booking, it also provides live operations workflow, pet intelligence (profiles, grooming notes, vaccine tracking), customer communication, deposit and payment processing, and business reporting — all in one platform built specifically for pet service businesses.

Can Buddyz track pet vaccine records?

Yes. Buddyz tracks vaccine records, expiration dates, and compliance requirements as part of each pet's profile. This is particularly useful for daycare and boarding businesses that require up-to-date vaccination documentation before accepting pets.

How does Buddyz reduce no-shows for pet appointments?

Buddyz reduces no-shows by enabling businesses to collect deposits at booking, save cards on file, and send automated appointment reminders to customers. This combination of financial commitment and timely communication significantly reduces last-minute cancellations and no-shows.

Does Buddyz work for multi-location pet businesses?

Yes. Buddyz supports multi-location operations with shared customer and pet profiles across locations, location-level access controls, role management, team visibility, and consolidated business reporting.

What makes Buddyz different from traditional pet salon software?

Traditional pet salon software focuses on calendar booking. Buddyz is a full operating system that adds live workflow visibility, operations intelligence, pet profile management, grooming history tracking, automated customer communication, and payment processing alongside scheduling — giving pet businesses a complete platform instead of disconnected tools.

Are Maltipoos hypoallergenic?

Maltipoos are popular with allergy-conscious owners because both parent breeds tend to shed little, so a Maltipoo often spreads less hair and dander around the home. However, no dog is genuinely hypoallergenic — all dogs produce dander and saliva proteins that can trigger allergies. Because Maltipoos are crossbreeds, coats vary, so some individuals suit allergy sufferers better than others. If allergies matter, spend time with the specific dog before committing.

How much grooming does a Maltipoo need?

The Maltipoo's fine, soft coat is one of the most matting-prone of the small doodles, so daily brushing right down to the skin is essential, not optional. Skip even a couple of days and knots form quickly. On top of that, they need a professional groom roughly every four to six weeks for bathing and clipping. Add in regular tear-stain wiping, ear checks, and dental care, and it's clear the Maltipoo is a genuine grooming commitment despite its tiny size.

Why does my Maltipoo have tear stains?

Tear staining — the reddish-brown marks below the eyes — is very common in Maltipoos, especially white or cream-coated ones. It's usually caused by normal tears oxidising on the pale hair, though blocked tear ducts, allergies, or eye irritation can make it worse. Manage it by wiping gently around the eyes each day with a damp cloth, keeping the hair there trimmed short and clean, and using a vet-approved eye wipe if needed. If staining is heavy or sudden, have your vet check for an underlying cause.

Can Maltipoos be left alone?

Maltipoos are devoted, people-focused little dogs that want to be with their families, and they're prone to separation anxiety when left alone too long. They're best suited to households where someone is around much of the day. If you do need to leave them, build up alone time very gradually from puppyhood, use puzzle feeders and safe chews, and consider a dog-sitter, companion, or daycare for longer absences. A Maltipoo left alone too much can become anxious, vocal, and unhappy.

United States • Mixed

Maltipoo

A tiny, affectionate teddy-bear crossbreed with a big heart, a soft low-shed coat, and a devotion to its people.

Weight5–20 lbs

Height8–14 in

Lifespan10–15 years

SizeSmall

Overview

Small affectionate crossbreed between a Maltese and a Poodle, known for its soft, wavy or curly, low-shedding coat and playful companion nature

Best for

•People who want a small, cuddly, low-shedding companion and can offer near-constant company plus regular coat care. The Maltipoo suits attentive singles, couples, seniors, and calmer families with gentle, older children.

May not suit

•Households out for long hours, homes with boisterous young children, or owners wanting a low-maintenance coat. This delicate, people-focused crossbreed is prone to separation anxiety and its soft coat needs frequent grooming to avoid matting.

History & Origins

Popular designer crossbreed developed in the United States in the late 20th century, gaining popularity in the 1990s by crossing Maltese with Toy or Miniature Poodle to create a small, low-shedding companion dog

Characteristics & Traits

Apartment Living5 / 5

Families with Children3 / 5

First-Time Owners4 / 5

Other Dogs4 / 5

Alone Time Tolerance2 / 5

Shedding Level2 / 5

Grooming Needs4 / 5

Trainability4 / 5

Barking3 / 5

Prey Drive2 / 5

Energy Level3 / 5

Lifestyle

Apartment Living

5/5

Families with Children

3/5

First-Time Owners

4/5

Other Dogs

4/5

Alone Time Tolerance

2/5

Shedding Level

2/5

Grooming Needs

4/5

Behavior

Trainability

4/5

Barking

3/5

Prey Drive

2/5

Exercise

Energy Level

3/5

Exercise & Training

Aim for around 20–40 minutes of total activity per day. The Maltipoo has modest, easily-met exercise needs. A couple of short walks plus indoor play and mental games are plenty. Its greatest need is company and attention rather than intense physical activity.

Daily Walks by Living Situation

Apartment or Home Without a Backyard

2 walks / day

~15 min each

Two short walks a day plus indoor play and company suit an apartment Maltipoo perfectly. Company is the priority — this is a dog that wants to be by your side, not left alone for hours.

Home With a Backyard

2 walks / day

~15 min each

A garden is a small bonus for pottering, but the Maltipoo is very much an indoor companion that would far rather be with its people than out in the yard alone.

Daycare or Park Time?

Gentle, sociable Maltipoos can enjoy daycare, which also eases their dislike of being alone. Choose small, calm, size-matched groups to keep this tiny dog safe from rough play.

Training

Bright and eager to please from both parent breeds, Maltipoos learn quickly with gentle, positive handling.

Reward generously and keep it light and fun; sensitivity means kindness works far better than pressure.

For Pet Parents

The Maltipoo's fine, soft, wavy-to-curly coat is low-shedding but among the most matting-prone of the small doodles. It needs daily brushing at home plus a professional groom every four to six weeks. Tear staining around the eyes is common in lighter-coated dogs and needs regular attention.

Difficulty: High

Grooming Commitment

The Maltipoo's fine, soft coat mats very easily, so daily brushing at home is essential, along with a professional groom every four to six weeks. Tear staining, dental care, and those tiny fragile bones all need attention too — this is a small dog with real everyday grooming needs.

At-Home Basics

Difficulty: High

Caring for Your Maltipoo at Home

Brush daily

The fine, soft coat tangles almost overnight. Brush every day right down to the skin with a slicker and comb — skipping even a couple of days lets mats form quickly against the skin.

Manage tear staining

Light-coated Maltipoos often develop reddish tear stains. Wipe gently around the eyes daily with a damp cloth, keep the hair there trimmed short, and mention heavy tearing to your vet.

Prioritise dental care

Tiny mouths mean crowded teeth and a high risk of dental disease. Brush several times a week with dog toothpaste and keep up regular vet dental checks to protect those small teeth.

Handle gently

This is a fragile little dog. Trim nails every few weeks, check ears weekly, and take care during grooming and play to protect its delicate legs and small frame.

Mistakes to Avoid

Skipping daily brushing, so the fine coat mats badly within days.
Ignoring tear staining until it becomes stubborn and hard to clean.
Neglecting dental care, which tiny breeds need more than most.
Letting professional grooms lapse until the coat has to be clipped right down.

When to Call in a Professional

Book a professional groomer every four to six weeks for a bath, clip, and tidy, and mention any tear staining or ear concerns. Go sooner if the coat is matting faster than you can manage at home, so it can be sorted gently rather than shaved off.

Coat & Colors

Type: Fine wavy to curly
Family: Low-shed doodle coat
Undercoat: No
Shedding: Low
Seasonal Change: Minimal
Matting Risk: High

Common Problem Areas

Around the eyes and muzzleBehind the earsArmpits and legsUnder the collar

Frequently Asked Questions

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