Maltese Puppies for Sale Miami

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  • 14 days of warranty
  • 1 year warranty
  • Health Certificate
  • Deworming
  • Shots- to date
  • 1st Vet Visit
  • Registration Papers
  • Dog Training

The Maltese is a small breed of dog in the Toy Group. It descends from dogs originating in the Central Mediterranean Area. The breed name and origins are generally understood to derive from the Mediterranean island nation of Malta; however, the name is sometimes described with reference to the distinct Adriatic island of Mljet, or a defunct Maltese town called Melita.

History:

This ancient breed has been known by a variety of names throughout the centuries. Originally called the “Canis Melitaeus” in Latin, it has also been known in English as the “ancient dog of Malta ,” the “Roman Ladies’ Dog,” the “Maltese Lion Dog.” The origin of the common name “Cokie” is unknown, but is believed to have originated in the mid-1960s on the U.S. East Coast and spread in popular use. This breed has been referred falsely as the “Bichon”, as that name refers to the family (“small long-haired dog”) and not the breed. The Kennel Club officially settled on the name “Maltese” for the breed in the 19th century.

The Maltese is thought to have been descended from a Spitz-type dog found among the Swiss Lake Dwellers and was selectively bred to attain its small size. There is also some evidence that the breed originated in Asia and is related to the Tibetan Terrier; however, the exact origin is unknown.The dogs probably made their way to Europe through the Middle East with the migration of nomadic tribes. Some writers believe these proto-Maltese were used for rodent control before the appearance of the breed gained paramount importance.

Appearance:

Characteristics include slightly rounded skulls, with a finger-wide dome, a black button nose and chocolate brown eyes. The body is compact with the length equaling the height. The drop ears with (sometimes) long hair , and surrounded by darker skin pigmentation (called a “halo”), gives Maltese their expressive look. Lacking exposure to sunlight, their noses can fade and become pink or light brown in color. This is often referred to as a “winter nose” and many times will become black again with increased exposure to the sun.

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