iDog Breed Number: CB155
Original: Italy
Personality:
Energy Level: Somewhat Active; A classic lapdog, but Maltese still like brisk walks, playtime, and learning tricks.
Good With Children: Better with Older Children
Good with other Dogs: With Supervision
Shedding: Infrequent
Grooming: Weekly
Trainability: Responds Well
Height: 20.3-25.4 cm
Weight: 2.7-3.6 kg
Life Expectancy: 12-15 years
Barking Level: Barks When Necessary
History:
Web Source Name: Maltese
from AKC
Other Name: Canis familiaris Maelitacus
Common Name: Maltese lion puppy
| Disease Name | Gene Name | Disease Level (CIDD) | Associated Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cryptorchidism | have an increased incidence | ||
| Deafness | may be inherited | ||
| Glaucoma | ADAMTS10 NEB ADAMTS17 | may be inherited | OMIA: |
| Hydrocephalus | have an increased incidence | ||
| Mitral valve dysplasia | may be inherited | ||
| Patent ductus arteriosus | Most Important | ||
| Portosystemic shunt | have an increased incidence | ||
| Progressive retinal atrophy (Rod-cone dysplasia) | CNGB1 RPGR GNGT2 PDE6B RD3 PDE6A C17H2orf71 SAG FAM161A MERTK CNGA1 | may be inherited | OMIA: |
| Retinal dysplasia | may be inherited | ||
| Sebaceous adenitis | may be inherited | ||
| Shaker dog syndrome | have an increased incidence |
Canadian Kennel Club (CKC)
United Kennel Club (UKC)
Federation Cynologique Internationale (FCI)