Hi Maltymad,
As a matter of fact I just read an article on a Maltese site about how, even the same Maltese, can have different fur. It may be finer toward the head, coarser toward the rear and more curly. The coat will also vary from Maltese to Maltese. The coat should be completely silky, however, that's one of the breed standards that will not necessarily apply to our pet.
Hope this helps.
Colette'sMom
As a matter of fact I just read an article on a Maltese site about how, even the same Maltese, can have different fur. It may be finer toward the head, coarser toward the rear and more curly. The coat will also vary from Maltese to Maltese. The coat should be completely silky, however, that's one of the breed standards that will not necessarily apply to our pet.

Colette'sMom