Maltese dog refers both to an ancient variety of dwarf canine generally associated with the island of Malta, and to a modern breed of dog in the toy group. The contemporary variety is genetically related to the Bichon, Bolognese, and Havanese breeds.
Breed Overview
Type:
Companion DogsOrigin:
MaltaWeight:
About 0.0 to 7.0 (pounds)Length:
About 8.0 to 10.0 (inches)Life Span:
About 12.0 to 15.0 (years)Fur Color:
Pure whiteFriendly:
Trainability:
Shedding Level:
