How to Care for Maltese Dogs
Maltese dogs are considered a toy breed and are in the family of Poodles, Bichon Frise and Havanese dogs. Maltese dogs weigh about 4 to 7 lbs. The Maltese considers itself a "lap" dog; it loves to just sit in your lap. The Maltese is known for its strong bonding ability and its gentle manner. This little dog will follow you everywhere and love you unconditionally.
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Things You'll Need
- a Maltese dog, brush, dog shampoo, a dog bed,dog food, soft toys, dog treats, dog carrier
Instructions
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Bathe your Maltese every two to four weeks. Use a gentle shampoo and do not get the soap in the dog's eyes or ears. Use a conditioner to keep their beautiful white fur soft. Blow their fur dry on the lowest dryer temperature. Brush the coat while you dry.
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Groom your Maltese every three months to keep the hair relatively short. Brush your Maltese daily, especially if its fur is long, to keep it from becoming matted.
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Buy a small dog bed for sleeping. Alternately, a Maltese will feel at home on a small blanket. Keep the bed or blanket inside where it is warm. Maltese dogs aren't fond of the cold or being separated from their owners, so they shouldn't be left outside at night.
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Feed your Maltese a dog food for smaller breeds, such as Eukanuba. This brand features a higher-fat formula for high-energy small dogs up to 20 lbs.
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Tips & Warnings
Maltese have a tendency toward allergies. Both my Maltese have been treated with antihistamine, sprays, and one of my dogs, got allergy shots.
Sometimes people accuse Maltese as being yappy little dogs. It is true that some are like that, but not all. Each one has a different personality just like people.
Brush your dog's teeth if you can. If you can't do it yourself, make sure you let a vet do it. The vet will explain how often you should come.
Get a small soft bed for your dog. Chances are your pet will sleep in your bed with you, but it is good for the dog to have a space that belongs to them. A bed will do the trick.
References
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