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•   Maltese Breed Standard The Maltese is a toy dog covered from head to foot with a mantle of long, silky, white hair. He is gentle-mannered and affectionate, eager and sprightly in action, and, despite his size, possessed of the vigor needed for the satisfactory companion. Of medium length and in proportion to the size of the dog. •   Maltese Dog - Breed Information The Maltese, one of the many Bichon breeds indigenous to the areas surrounding the Mediterranean Sea, is believed to be as much as 2,0 years old. It is of spaniel origin, descending from the same stock that produced the Portuguese Water Dog, the Barbet and the Poodle. The breed was prized for its beauty and companionship, especially by women. •   Maltese Dog Pictures A collection of photos and pictures of Maltese dogs. None of these dogs or puppies are for sale, they are pets of the people who's names are listed with the photo. •   Dog Breed Pictures: Maltese The Maltese originated in Egypt sometime around 10 BC. Its popularity reached its zenith in Italy where it was refined and breed strictly as a companion dog.