Maltese

Coat

Cat

Solid: White (15)
May have Cream (45) Tan (105) on the ears.
Solid white is preferred.

Eyes

Dark Brown (50-59/90-99)

Nose

Black (35-39/244)

Faults

None

Disqualifications

Incomplete skirt of hair.

Notes

The Maltese belongs to the Barbichon family, and is one of the earliest known toy breeds. It has been found depicted on a vase from 500 B.C, and was first mentioned by Aristoteles (384-322 BC). It's not certain which Italian island it comes from, and there have been many theories on the details of the Maltese's past.

The Maltese is a lovely little dog, always white with dark brown eyes. It should radiate elegance and be very eye-catching. The head is of medium size, with the muzzle and skull the same length, rounded head and marked stop. The eyes have a lively expression. The ears are set high, triangular and long, carried close to the head. THe neck is slightly arched, carrying the head high. Rectangular ody with slight tuck up and straight topline. The tail is carried curved over the back. The coat requires extensive care, long and silky.

Breed Files

Maltese - Faerie Barn Dance — Faerie Barn Dance
**Filename:** BMaltese
**Offset:** AF30
**Base:** Dachshund
**SCP:** Dachshund
**Accepted:** January 4, 2006
**Notes:** -

Maltese - Supernova — Supernova
**Filename:** Maltese
**Offset:** DEAC
**Base:** Chihuahua
**SCP:** Chihuahua
**Accepted:** August 21, 2004
**Notes:** Two variations of bodylengths, tail, ears, muzzlelength and topknot. Allowed to wear bows in shows.