Maltese, A Very Elegant Dog Breed

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Maltese dog, as described by a Greek philosophy, Theophrastus is one of the breeds "Melita", a name previously used to Malta (the name in the Mediterranean region).


This dog was developed in Italy with a mixture of blood-spaniel and poodle Miniature. This spirited little dog's first thought was brought to England by the Crusaders (the soldiers who took part in the fighting in the Crusades) from the Mediterranean.


This type became popular, especially among women, who used to hold them and even sleep with them. But, not only with women, Publius, the Roman governor in Malta, presented a painting and even wrote a poem about his dog, Issa. Today, the Maltese became the pet of a lifetime and a very famous dog show.


Maltese are small dogs are suitable to serve as companions. Sparkling white fur hanging down. This breed does not have Undercoat, and his fur is wavy or curly.


Smooth and shiny fur length is approximately 8.5 inches long (22cm). His ears are shut down and its tail is covered with feathers down to the rear. The snout is slightly tapered and one-third of the length of the head.

Black nose and open nostrilnya stopnya perfectly clear and visible. His body is slightly longer than her height with a balanced spine. This breed has a balanced and stable bone. When running, the Maltese are proportional it will look like a white cloud (feathers) that floats above the ground.


HEAD

Its size and looks are proportional according to the size of the dog. Skull slightly rounded at the top, stopnya being. Ears are coming down is rather low and covered by dense fur.


The location of the two eyes are not too far away, very black in color and round. Circle eyes emit a soft light as well as alert expression. The length of the muzzle being. Black nose, teeth flat, edge-to edge bite or scissors bite. Neck length is sufficient to support the head neck.


BODY

Compact (dense, small), the height from the withers to the ground equal to the length from withers to base of tail. Shoulder bone was tilted. His elbow is fine and close to the body. Back parallel to the spine. Open the ribs well. His chest is deep, waist section is quite strong, and well situated.


TAIL

Tail long and hairy on the back looks very beautiful. Mumbul tail end upwards.


FEET

Have a nice leg bones and feet covered with feathers beautifully. Front legs straight, not crooked. Powerful hind legs and between the knees and ankles forming a good angle. Her feet were small and robust, with the fingers black. Fur is not the foot flat, preferably on the trim to make it look more presentable.


FEATHER AND COLORS
This breed has no Undercoat. Its fur is long, straight and shiny throughout the body. Hair should be tied to the top or let it alone. Should not be curly fur, or wool textured. The color is pure white. Light colors such as tan or lemon on the ears permissible, but not very desirable.


SIZE
Height: Males 8-10 inches (21-25 cm), females 8-9 inches (20-23cm)
Weight: from 6 ½ - 9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Although this weight is required, keep the quality keselurahan also taken into account.


AGE
They can live for about 15 years or more. Perhaps even to 18 years, but you have to keep them away from damp areas.

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