Size range:
Extra Small: Up to 10 inches; up to 15 pounds.

Kid-tolerance scale:
Excellent
Very Good

Average lifespan:
12-14 years

Overall behavior of breed:
Very loveable, always playfull, gives attention as well as wanting to receive, harmless, loves to be inside with a walk outside.

Explain why this breed was good/not good with your kids:
Not aggressive, always wants to play, stays beside my son when ill, happy or sad. Waits for him with excitement, does not shed and is easy for my son to care for. An inside dog.

Typical colors:
White

Does this breed shed?
No

Special grooming needs:
Bath once a week, brushing, keep ears clean.

Daily exercise requirements:
Maltese excercise themselves!

Other comments or suggestions
We live in a condo in southwest Florida. Maltese do not need much room and are perfect size & temperment with young & old. I suggest you choose from a breeder, and not the smallest.