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Maltese

White, sleek long furred, small, huggable, cutie- this beauty will make you fall deeply in love at the first look. They represent everything class and beauty with a dash of love. They are a favorite for people who want to raise a dog that their kids would grow to love, as it is a family dog. The Maltese have to be one of the cutest toy dogs to ever walk the earth.  If what you need is a companion dog, that will grow to love you and your family and Vice Versa you would love Maltese dog.

Petland is honored to offer the highest quality Maltese puppies who will be an instant in your family.

Maltese

History

Maltese were named from where they originated, Malta, which is a small island south of Italy. This breed has roots that date back centuries. Queen Elizabeth and Queen Mary adored this breed and kept them as companion dogs in their palace. The Maltese has a very established history as a quality dog that has provided many people with true loyal companionship.

Personality

Maltese have exceptional personalities and very warm and tender temperaments. This breed enjoys being around his family and enjoys engaging with them. Thanks to their non-aggressive behavior and gentle disposition, they make wonderful family pets who do well around children and other pets in the home. This breed is also used as a therapy dog due to its overall personality, demeanor, and genuine caring ways.

Appearance

The Maltese has a stunning silky white coat that requires routine grooming and care. Many Maltese owners suggest a full brushing of their dog’s coat two to three times a week. Prior to brushing your puppy’s coat, apply a light spray of water or a detangling agent to his fur. This will prevent his coat from knotting and will allow a much easier and more pleasant brushing session for your dog. The Maltese also tends to do well with a bi-weekly bath and routine nail clipping. This will help your dog feel and look his best. Do not forget to clean his teeth about three times a week. Good oral hygiene is a great way to prevent health issues.

Care

Keeping your Maltese filled with energy is important, especially in his puppy years. This is accomplished by using only quality dog food and on a set schedule. Many Maltese owners find that two cups of dog food per serving is best. These servings should be divided into twelve-hour segments. The actual amount of food you feed your dog will ultimately depend on his size and activity level.

Breed Size

  • The Maltese is in the “Toy Group” of dogs.
  • They are smaller dogs who stand between seven and nine inches tall at full maturity.
  • They weigh just twelve to fifteen pounds.
  • The Maltese has an average life expectancy of twelve to fifteen years.

Breed Facts

Fact: The AKC ranks the Maltese the thirty-seventh most popular breed out of about 200.

Fact: Maltese date back as far as 500 BC.

Fact: Aristotle referred to the Maltese as the “Canis Melitaeus.”

Frequently Asked Questions

The Maltese fall under the class of hypoallergenic dogs

The Maltese is a very docile dog. Training a Maltese is not a particularly hard task, as they are bound to do whatever you ask of them.

A Maltese dog has a life expectancy of about 12 to 15 years.

Maltese dogs are predominantly white.

You will need to get a Maltese dog to a proper groomer to dye their coat without complications. Otherwise, it is safe.

A Maltese dog tends to act up if it is left alone for a long period.

A Maltese dog is trimmed to reduce the amount of time spent on grooming.

A Maltese dog should not be left longer than 8 hours alone.

A Maltese dog does not shed a lot.

A male Maltese is about 21- 25cm, while a female Maltese is about 20-23cm.

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