Maltese

      Maltese dogs for domestic small and appreciation to one with a Bichon dog blood, a filament-like pure white long-haired, with black and oval and the eyes visible in sharp contrast all the more sweet lovely. Personality-friendly alert, gentle gentle, lively and intelligent. As early as the fourth century before the Common Era, the Maltese has become part of the Roman and Greek lady who's Toy dogs, its ancestor may be the first European Toy Dog, Henry VIII, was brought into the United Kingdom, became the court is not available intimate partner or a missing dog, which is the earliest can be traced back into European time. Good to catch mice, but has always been accompanied by a dog the European aristocracy. The early works of writers John Kay Hughes had described Maltese "In ancient Egypt, Greek and Roman era, is already a lady's pet, the ancient Romans also had put it on the sleeves Lidai it to go out. It master share the same car, with a bed, food intake is very small, I am really happy pet. "

【Character】

Maltese dogs are dressed from head to toe white filamentous long-haired toy dogs. It is the attitude of gentle and affectionate, eager and lively action, despite the small bodies, but as a companion dog with a satisfactory effort required. Maltese dog is a modest Canis Minor, the family pets. It and children can safely play. Generally in good health until late, full of life.

Maltese a white coat, such as silk, it is often with ornate cushions, luxurious background link, but in fact it is a brave little guy, often consisting of a tenacious character. Although the figure is not high, it is a very good looking dogs.

Maltese is very hostile to strangers, but has deep feelings for the owner. It is lovely temperament, sometimes things that mischief, very wealthy individual. While Maltese dogs do not need much space, but requires meticulous care, each day must be thoroughly combing the net to its long-haired brush. This dog does not shed. But it is often hair long and in a number of dirt into the house, especially in the rainy days. Because of its very sensitive to humidity, rainy days have to be dried after each drying out, therefore not suitable for can not spend time to do these things people.

Because of its small size, it is suitable for adults or large families with children docile temperament. It has long been the homes of the rich Culture and pets, which has trained a large extent, it is elegant, clean and meticulous character.

Maltese dog on the movement requirements are very low, especially children friendly, has a good physique and longevity (which can live 14-16 years, sometimes living 18 years and above). It is the attitude of noble, intelligent (and sometimes even cunning). And very attached to its owner. If you are interested have a very beautiful Canis Minor, rather than a practical use of dogs, Maltese dog is a suitable choice.

【Size】

Height: 20 ~ 25cm

Weight: 2 ~ 3kg

【Head】

The length of the head and body size compared to medium. At the top slightly rounded skull, a moderate amount of nose-order. Drooping ears bit lower, the formation of a large number of long-haired ear fringe hair, hair drooping to the head. Eye from a very wide and deep and rounded wink, its black eyes while enhanced expression of gentle and astute. Snout length is moderate, subtle and gradually shrink, but no significant long-kiss-shaped. Nose black. Teeth bite or scissors-like clamp-like bite. The neck so that the full length of the head can be expensive.

【Body】

Compact torso, shoulders high in the acromion to the root of the tail length. Oblique shoulder, elbow, solid and very close to the trunk. Back line level, a good rib expansion. Chest rather deep, tight waist and strong, slightly below abdomen. Have a long feathered tail, beautiful land is located in the back, tipped to the side of the body more than 1 / 4.

【Limbs】

Bone thin, there is a good hair ornaments. Forelegs straight, strong palm section, but no bending. Strong hind legs, knee and hock angles properly. Feet small and round toe pads black.

【Coat】

Single coat, that is, no fluff layer. Coat a long, flat and showed filamentous to the side of the body sag and ground. Long-haired head of hair can be used Zhazhu or any of its sag. White-haired.