Maltese Breed Info

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Maltese are originated from Malta
Size: max: 8 inches (H) and 7 pounds (W)
Color: mostly pure white, some have lemon or light tan on the ears
Coat: silky and flat, no undercoat, do not shed a lot
Personality: energetic, playful, fearless, affectionate
Care: grooming, attention, socialization
Known health problem: liver shunt, hypoglycemia, skin allergies, collapsing trachea
Group: toy dogs

Good with children? maybe intolerant of small children
Good with other pets? yes in general

Maltese dogs are good choice for apartment dwellers. But because of their small size, it might be dangerous for them to live with families with toddlers. They can be very energetic with occasional outburst such as running around in circles, or chasing their own tails.
This is also a good breed for people with allergy. Most owners keep the coat short for easier care.