The Maltese is a toy dog covered from head to foot with long, silky, white hair. He is gentle and affectionate in nature. This breed is extremely playful and inquisitive. They always find a way to entertain themselves or amuse the family. The Maltese never ceases to have something to do or is content sitting by your side. As far as choosing a male or female both of them make loving, devoted, and trainable pets. The Maltese wants to please its owner and training is easy as long as the trainer uses praise instead of punishment. The Maltese is a good watch dog in the household, it will sound the alarm if it hears or sees something unusual.