Maltese
Toy Group
The Maltese was originally from Mediterranean Basin. This breed typically lives 12-15 years and is generally considered a extra-small size dog. They stand at 7-9 inches from the shoulder and weigh between under 7 pounds pounds.
Maltese's need roughly 30 minutes of exercise. Taking their age, size and exercise needs into account they will need about 1/2-1/4 cups of food on average in a day.
Owners of the Maltese will generally describe this dog as gentle. They are on the easy end of the trainability spectrum and they bark frequently.
When deciding the dog breed for your situation where you live and where the dog will live and play matters. The Maltese likes to live inside. If you plan on having your dog be an inside dog the smallest recommended living space is a house and it will need a yard to stay physically and mentally stimulated.
💊 Common Conditions
Patellar Luxation
Portosystemic Shunt
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Cryptorchidism
Necrotizing Meningo-Encephalitis
The Maltese was originally from Mediterranean Basin. This breed typically lives 12-15 years and is generally considered a extra-small size dog. They stand at 7-9 inches from the shoulder and weigh between under 7 pounds pounds.
Maltese's need roughly 30 minutes of exercise. Taking their age, size and exercise needs into account they will need about 1/2-1/4 cups of food on average in a day.
Owners of the Maltese will generally describe this dog as gentle. They are on the easy end of the trainability spectrum and they bark frequently.
When deciding the dog breed for your situation where you live and where the dog will live and play matters. The Maltese likes to live inside. If you plan on having your dog be an inside dog the smallest recommended living space is a house and it will need a yard to stay physically and mentally stimulated.