Ancient English Sheepdog
The Old English Sheepdog is one of the oldest sheepdog breeds in the UK. In order to drive livestock to pastures in rural western England, farmers raised this alert cattle and shee
History: Its name does not imply it is from the Isle of Mal , the reason being that the adjective "maltese" comes from the Semitic word "màlat" which means refuge or port; this Semitic root was later used in the names of a range of maritime areas, such as Adri of Méléda Asia, the Sicilian town of Melita and the island of Malta in its name. The ancestors of this species lived in the ports and maritime cities of the central Mediterranean region, where they hunted the rats commonly found in port warehouses and ship holds. In Aristotle's account of the dogs of his time (384-332 BC), he mentioned small dogs, which he gave by the Latin name - "canes melitenses". This dog has been known since ancient Rome: the Latin poet Strabin in the first century AD praised it as "the housewife's favorite companion". Paintings by many Renaissance painters show this small dog sitting next to a beautiful woman of the era and in the living room of the time.
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Origin: From the island of Malta or Sicily, it is one of the oldest breeds. Statues similar to this dog can be found in Egyptian tombs from the 13th century BC. This dog arrived in England with the Roman army in about 55 BC. Before the Middle Ages, it had always been the daily companion of the European nobles, and its popularity has not diminished since then. It is said that in ancient times the Finiki sailed to the island of Malta , The dog breeds they brought after several matings and reproductions produced the Maltese breed. The Maltese is believed to have been a play dog since ancient times and is one of the oldest play dog breeds. Later, it was introduced to France in the 15th century, and soon became the upper class such as princes and nobles. Introduced to the United Kingdom in the 19th century, and with the power of the empire on which the sun never sets, it quickly became a new favorite around the world. |
Character: is a toy dog covered in white silky hair from head to toe. It has a gentle and affectionate manner, eager and lively action, and despite its small size has a satisfying energy as a companion dog. A gentle puppy for the whole family. You can safely let it play with children. Usually in good health and vigorous until later in life.Marquis's silky white coat is often associated with ornate cushions and luxurious backgrounds, but in fact he is a brave little guy who often shows a tenacious character. Despite his small stature, he is a good watchdog. Marquis is hostile to strangers, but has deep affection for his master. It's cute, sometimes mischievous, and very personable. Although the Maltese dog does not require much space, it requires careful care, and its long coat must be thoroughly brushed every day. This dog does not shed. But it grows to the ground and often brings a lot of dirt into the house, especially on cloudy and rainy days. Since it is sensitive to moisture and has to be dried after every outing on rainy days, it is not suitable for those who cannot take the time to do these things. Due to its small size, it is suitable for adults or families with docile older children. It has long been the pet of the wealthy and literati, which has largely cultivated its elegant, clean and meticulous character. The Maltese dog has very low requirements for exercise, is especially friendly to children, has good physique and longevity (can live 14-16 years, sometimes more than 18 years). It has a noble, intelligent (and sometimes even cunning) attitude. And very attached to its owner. If you are interested in having a very beautiful puppy rather than a practical dog, the Maltese is the right choice. |
FCI standard: Head: medium size, slightly from the top of the head to the head cover A round, black nose is better. The forehead is distinct, and the muzzle is wide. Ears: long ears, thick hair, low and drooping. Eyes: quite large, Oval in shape, bronzed, with black eye sockets. Body: Body close to the ground, firm, short and level back, chest fairly thick and spread. Coat: Very long, such as Silky straight hair, not curly, pure white. Limbs: Forelimbs short and straight, slender, strong hindlimbs, muscular thighs. Feet: small and round, covered Covered with fur, black toes are preferred. Tail: Made of thick feather-like decorative hair, the tail is curled on the back. Height: 20~25cm |
