Generally, adult Maltese dogs are more expensive than puppies, because adult dogs have stronger physical resistance than puppies and are easier to maintain, and female dogs are more expensive than male dogs. A pure Maltese puppy costs more than 6,000 yuan but less than 10,000 yuan, an adult dog costs more than 10,000 yuan, and an impure breed is estimated to cost between 1,000 yuan and 3,000 yuan.

How to identify purebred Maltese dogs:

1. Height and weight characteristics. Purebred Maltese dogs have strict requirements on height and weight. The height of an adult purebred Maltese dog is generally 20-25 cm, and the weight is generally between 2.2-2.7 kg. If it exceeds 3 kg, it will It is an impure Maltese dog.

2. Facial features. The purebred Maltese dog has a rounded head, relatively drooping ears, and a relatively low position. The distance between the eyes is relatively wide, the color of the eyes is relatively dark, and the surrounding areas of the eyes are also black. The nose must be black, the teeth must be bite-shaped, and there must be no overlying phenomenon.

3. Limbs. Purebred Maltese dogs have shorter forelimbs and are relatively thin, while their hind limbs look stronger and have well-developed muscles. The feet are relatively round and the toes are black. If the toes of a Maltese dog are not black, it is an impure Maltese dog.

4. Hair characteristics. The hair color of purebred Maltese dogs is single pure white, and the hair is very straight and hanging. If it is curly, it is an impure Maltese dog.

5. Gait characteristics. Purebred Maltese dogs have obvious characteristics in walking, with a light gait, uniform steps, stability and smoothness, and strong legs. Purebred Maltese dogs are rich in bone mass. If the frame is relatively small, they are basically hybrid dogs.