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The American Kennel Club considers the Maltese a toy breed. An adult Maltese will normally weigh between 4 and 8 pounds. Some may weigh up to 10 pounds but most dog groups and associations consider this too large. The body is sturdy, though small, and the well-groomed Maltese will appear a bit larger because of the wonderful white coat.
