Is my Maltese too big?

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Hi there, my Maltese weighs about 20 lbs and is 14 inches tall. Is this normal? Thanks in advance.

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    Hello, back in March 2010, my wife bought a Maltese puppy for about £600 from a shop that was hosting a dog show. They told us he was a pedigree but not Kennel Club registered. He now weighs 20 lbs (about 1 stone 6) and stands 14 inches tall. Is this normal? Thanks in advance!
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    I’ve just checked the breed standard for Bichons, and they aren’t supposed to be more than 30cm at the withers.

    Have you measured him yet?

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    I’m with you there, Cath... he must be a crossbreed...

    Yoo-hoo, Potam... are you hiding?

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    Oh wow, he looks quite big actually!!! Are you sure he’s not a poodle cross or something????
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    He’s clearly been eating his greens!!! lol

    I don’t know much about Bichons, but I’ve seen the photo on your profile and it’s true he’s bigger than other Bichons. Is he a crossbreed?

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