Also, my grandpa and aunt have Malteses. My aunts boy Toby was such a sweetie (towards people and other dogs anyways lol) although the giant teddy bear his mum gave her had his eyes ripped out and arms ripped off...lol. My grandpas girl is 17 years old and very small. Shes hates kids and just lays on her special pillow at home. If she sees a kid come towards her she growls. even if you mean no harm. So i guess most are friendly, although the older ones dont tend to be as much fun.