The Maltese has a long, straight, silky white coat that the Royal Kennel Club says needs grooming every day. It is sweet tempered and very intelligent, needs up to 30 minutes of exercise a day and suits flat or apartment living.
Also searched as Maltese.
| Adult weight, male | 2 to 3 kg |
|---|---|
| Adult weight, female | 2 to 3 kg |
| Size | Small, under 10 kg |
| Coat | good length, straight and silky in texture, never woolly |
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