What does a Maltese dog look like?
Imagine a cloud with a sunny disposition, and you’ve got the Maltese. This breed is a vision in white, with a silky coat that falls straight to the ground. They’re like living, breathing cotton balls, but with more personality! Standing at a petite 7 to 9 inches / 17.7 to 22.8cm at the shoulder, Maltese dogs are the epitome of lapdog luxury. Their dark, button eyes and black, gumdrop nose are set against their porcelain-like fur, making them irresistibly cute. But don’t let their dainty looks fool you; these pups have a history as noble as their appearance suggests.