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| Breed Name : Maltese |
| Breed Group : Toy Breed |
| Height : Male: 21–25 cm, Female: 20–23 cm |
| Weight : Male: 3–4 kg, Female: 3–4 kg |
| Origin : Mediterranean Basin |
| Lifespan : 12 – 15 years |
| Apartment Friendly : Highly |
| Temperament : Docile, Lively, Easygoing, Intelligent · |
Maltese is popular for its long, white silky coat and friendly character, and is a small toy dog breed. A breed that has always been appreciated for their beauty and friendly personality, Maltese dogs have been famous for centuries.
If you are planning to have a dog with elegant charm and a big personality, the Maltese can be the best choice. It is the toy breed dogs that possess silky and luxurious coats, and these dogs are gentle with everyone they meet. Nevertheless, the Maltese is not just a glamorous pet to have, they are best therapy dogs and participants in dog sports. At Shubh Kennel you will get healthy, pure breed puppies. We also offer the lowest Maltese price in India without any compromise on quality.
The Maltese is one of the oldest dog breeds that took its name from the region of Malta island in the Mediterranean area. Breed can be traced back for at least two thousand years. The breed appeared in Ancient Greek art and this breed is noted to have been mentioned in writings of Aristotle.
During the fifteenth century the breed had become tremendously popular among the French nobility. A century later the Maltese got their place as a dog of choice of the British royal ladies, including Queen Elizabeth I and Mary Queen of Scots.
The weight varies little between males and females and the weight of a common Maltese is in the range of 3-10 pounds. They can grow up to between 7 and 10 inches tall at the shoulder. The breed’s length is about the same as its height, making their body compact. The Maltese has small, drooping ears, black-button like nasal opening, dark eyes, and a tail which has hair on it and which is arched over the back.
The most noticeable characteristic of these lovely tiny dogs is the white, soft fur. It can stretch to the floor, and cover the short limbs of the dog. These breeds do not have an undercoat therefore they do not shed many hairs. They cause barely any shedding making them a suitable choice for families suffering from skin related allergies. Maltese dogs come in three different fur color combinations:
As per Maltese breeder in India, they have a black point markings on some of its members of the breed. The Maltese also possess the ring of darker pigmentation known as the ‘halo’ surrounding the eyes which provides a nervous element in their eyes.
Maltese are friendly dogs with docile nature. As per American Temperament Test Society (ATTS), 82.4% of the Maltese dogs known to have passed the Temperament Test.
These friendly dogs are very intelligent, friendly and are easily trusted. Most of them are friendly with other dogs and pets, making them an ideal option for families that already have other kinds of pets. The Maltese are small and extremely curious, energetic, and playful, and they do well in learning tricks.
Maltese dogs require the attention of their owners. A disease, feeling of anxiety or loneliness arises when owners give them less attention. The members of this breed like to be cuddled which makes the animals to be used as therapy animals. They are also devoted, vigilant breeds, and relatively defenseless, which makes them good guard dogs.
A Maltese has a life expectancy of 13.5 years and the Maltese dog’s lifespan is between 12 to 15 years. During this average life span, the Maltese is known to live up to 16 or even 17 years. Overall, females are found to live for about one year longer than males. With proper care, your Maltese will be able to live more than the expected standard life expectancy of the breed. When you buy from a reputable breeder having a puppy with a healthy lineage, the lifespan increases. Talk to team Shubh Kennel to know more. We’ve Maltese dog for sale online in India.
