Personality and Temperament of the Maltese The Personality and Temperament of the Maltese sweet and very gentle, and this combined with their charming and cute appearance, makes them a very appealing family pet. Puppies and dogs from this breed are active and do have a fair amount of energy, therefore, they will need to provided with time to play and regular exercise on a daily basis. This breed is confident and fearless despite its small size. Maltese dogs and puppies are bright, cheerful, happy and obedient. They have great likeability and they are very popular family pets. This isn't a solitary dog and time spend with their owner is very important for their overall well-being and happiness. Dogs and puppies from this breed are trainable and they respond well to instructions and commands. Their trainability means that they can adapt well to family life in the household. This is a warm-hearted and kind breed of puppy and dog that is pleasant and fun to be around. | |