Maltese dog

A toy breed of around 3 kg with a single coat of long, silky white hair and no undercoat, so there is none of the seasonal moult that fills the brush with most small dogs. Many owners keep a Maltese in a short puppy cut, which brings daily brushing down to a few minutes but still means a trim every six to eight weeks. White coats show tear staining, and the breed is delicate, so it suits calm adult homes better than boisterous ones.