Maltese
The Maltese is a small breed of dog in the Toy Group. It is known for its silky, white coat and has been a companion dog for over two millennia.
⚡ Datos rápidos
Tamaño
Pequeño
Peso
4-7 lbs (2-3 kg)
Esperanza de vida
12-15 years
Nivel de energía
Medio
Bueno con niños
Depende
Apto para piso
Sí
💖 Personalidad y comportamiento
Gentle, affectionate, intelligent, responsive, and trusting. They can be spirited and playful.
🍖 Comida y premios
High quality small breed food. Watch for tear staining which can be related to diet or water.
⚠️ Información general — para necesidades alimentarias específicas, consulta a un veterinario.
🎾 Juego y actividades
Juegos y actividades favoritos:
- Indoor fetch
- Cuddling
- Short walks
- Agility (mini)
- Tug
Low exercise needs, indoor play is often enough. They enjoy companionship.
🏡 Entorno de vida
Ideal for city and apartment living. They are indoor dogs with low space requirements.
✨ Curiosidades
- They were traded by Greek and Roman philosophers.
- They have hair, not fur, so they are hypoallergenic.
- Maltese means 'from Malta'.
- They were once currency in trading!
- Their nose can turn pink in winter (winter nose).
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