5 Facts About The Maltese We Guarantee You'll Love!

The beautiful Maltese dog has been around for thousands of years winning the hearts of dog lovers wherever it set paw on land, just as it does today. The breed’s history dates back to over 2500 years ago.

Ancient Breed

The Maltese produces less dander than other breeds and is one of the best hypoallergenic dogs in the world.

Hypoallergenic

Maltese dogs that work as therapy pets are valuable members of today's society. They provide therapeutic interactions for people who suffer from anxiety, depression, and PTSD. They are an invaluable support in difficult times.

Therapy

There are currently over 3 dozen new breeds that have a purebred Maltese dog parent. Among them, the most popular ones are the Maltipoo, Morkie, Maltipom, and Mal-Shi.

Maltese Mixes

Having a pure white dog was a sign of wealth and status, so it became a desirable trait. Selective breeding through centuries created the cute white dogs we know and love today.

Pure White