Pedigree
Maltese
Origin: Mediterranean
The Maltese is a small, affectionate, cheerful indoor dog, deeply attached to its owner. A good companion for a first-time owner, it mainly needs regular upkeep of its long coat and dental follow-up. Tear-staining is common, to clean.
Affectionate, lively, very owner-oriented. A cheerful indoor companion.
Heat (Morocco)
Handles heat well
First pet
Good first pet
Availability
Market / breeders
Know this first
Toy health: teeth and luxating patella to watch; frequent tear-staining. The long, white, silky coat needs regular upkeep.
For you if
- A first-time owner wanting a cuddly dog
- Flat life
Think twice if
- Anyone wanting zero grooming
- A home away very often
Care essentials
- Regular long-coat upkeep
- Tear-stain cleaning
- Dental care
- Watch the patella
Is a Maltese right for you?
Temperament is not everything: your space, your time, and the climate matter as much. Let us see if your life fits.
Common questions
Does it shed?
Little, but its long coat mats and soils without upkeep. Regular brushing and grooming visits are needed.
In the same family
Toy health (teeth, patella): VetCompass baseline (digest).