Good to know
⚡Energy level
Couch potatoZoomies
🏙️Apartment fit
Needs a yardFine in a studio
🎓Experience needed
Great first dogNeeds experience
🏠Home alone
Needs companyFine all day
💵 Typical monthly cost
$150–265/month
- Food$18–30
- Insurance$35–60
- Routine vet$25–45
- Supplies$15–30
- Grooming$55–100
A NYC estimate for a dog this size and coat. Excludes the adoption fee and anything unexpected.
📈 Still growing
Still growing. This breed usually reaches 5–8 lbs.
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A small dog by weight
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Maltese
🧠 Temperament
Gentle, affectionate lap dogs who bond closely and prefer not to be left alone for long.
🎾 Exercise
Low — short walks and play.
✂️ Grooming
High. The silky white coat mats and stains without frequent brushing.
🏙️ In a NYC apartment
Excellent small-apartment companion. Watch for separation anxiety and hallway barking.
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Adoption fee $495