We have a Maltese, Maggie. We have had her for 9 1/2 years and she is the best dog we have ever had. Very smart, and so easy to house and trick train. We keep her hair short but they don't shed and are so loveable and always wants to please. She loves kwould've loves our grand kids and all the neighbor kids. I would never consider another breed after having her. We have been very lucky..