The Maltese has been a companion dog for two thousand years โ they were already curled up in the laps of Roman empresses while every other dog on this page was still being bred for work. That heritage shows in their disposition: calm, affectionate, and adapted to indoor living in a way few other breeds match.
The pure-white coat is hypoallergenic (hair, not fur โ like human hair, low dander) which makes them an excellent choice for families with mild allergies. The coat itself needs commitment โ daily brushing if kept long, or a short puppy cut every six weeks for low maintenance.
Maltese are excellent apartment dogs in Dubai. They handle warm climates better than fluffier toy breeds and ask for relatively little exercise.