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Past and Present: Maltese Terrier
The
Maltese Terrier, which should be pure white, is said to be of very
ancient lineage and to have been a favorite of the ladies of olden
Rome. He is covered with long, straight, silky hair from head to
toes, and he has dark, snappy eyes, which in some individuals give
an appearance of great alertness and intelligence.
Some dogs
of this breed are very bright, active, and interesting. Others are
so delicate that they are kept in glass cases for fear of draughts -
little more than slightly animated pen wipers.
The head
is like that of a droop-eared Skye, being, however, rather shorter
and deeper in muzzle. Like the Skye and Yorkshire, this breed is
completely lost in his coat and has to be felt of to be judged. He
must not exceed 10 pounds in weight.
Source:
National Geographic 1919
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