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Originally Posted by Ladymom

I just want to correct some misinformation in this thread. Yorkies are not smaller than Maltese. Properly bred to the standard, they are both the same size.

Size - Weight under 7 pounds, with from 4 to 6 pounds preferred. Overall quality is to be favored over size.

American Maltese Association

Weight

Must not exceed seven pounds.

Yorkshire Terrier Club of America Official Breed Standard

Wow, definitely learn something new everyday. I guess because they are fluffier they just look bigger Good to know that they are in the same size range for someone looking for a companion for their yorkie, but not wanting another "terror" running the house