Maltese
Canis lupus familiaris
✨ Wissenswertes
Maltese dogs have been bred for thousands of years and were favored by ancient Greek and Roman aristocrats.
Small toy breed with long, silky white coat. Gentle, playful, and affectionate companion with a charming personality.
🏷️ Rasse
Maltese
💭 Temperament
Gentle, playful, affectionate, lively, trusting
📏 Größe
Small (2-3 kg)
⏳ Lebenserwartung
12-15 years
🎨 Farben
Pure white, light ivory
🌍 Herkunft
Malta, Mediterranean, ancient times (over 2000 years old)
🏠 Lebensraum
Domestic — excellent for apartments; needs regular grooming
🍽️ Ernährung
Quality small-breed dog food; appropriate portions
✓ FCI Gruppe
Group 9
✓ FCI Sektion
Companion and Toy Dogs
✓ FCI Nummer
65