Saturday, May 16, 2015

Important Facts About Maltese Puppies

By Tammie Caldwell


Before you consider bringing a dog or any other pet into your home, it is important to learn all that you can about the breed Maltese puppies are super cute. They are furry, adorable, and have big eyes that you instantly fall in love with. However, there is a lot more that you should learn about this pup before you bring one home.

When it comes to companionship, this pup is a champ. It was actual bred for that specific reason. If you want a dog that you can leave at home, alone all day, this is not the one for you. Doing so can cause the dog, and you plenty of problems. Anxiety and destructiveness are two such problems. This breed has a need to around its humans.

This breed is small. When full grown it will have a height of only eight to ten inches tall. This canine when full grown weighs around seven pounds. With a pooch this small, it is important to use caution when young children are around. They may inadvertently hurt such a small dog. The child may also be bit if the pooch feels threatened.

If shedding or allergies are a concern, the Maltese may be right for you. He sheds very little. His coat is hypoallergenic. This makes him perfect for those with allergies.

This canines small size does not mean that it is inactive. They have tons of energy. You may want to start agility training in order to drain some of it. It is also a nice way for you both to bond with one another. Besides that, it is lots of fun. These pups also make wonderful service dogs for those in need.

When it comes to training, this breed does well. They are smart, and they are quick learners. The best way to train them is with reward based training. They will do well when they get treats for doing what you want them to do. You have to be consistent and calm during training. Never hit or screen at the pup or it will become fearful of you.

This breed does better in a home with older children and no other dogs. While not all of them will have issues with small children and other dogs, many do. This can be overcome if the pooch is well socialized at a young age. He or she should be introduced to children and other pets as soon as possible. This should be done often if you want a pooch that overcomes their tendency to avoid little ones and other canines.

Finally, be prepared for the grooming needs of this pooch. The long hair can easily become matted, which is not only unattractive, but also painful for the animal. Be ready to brush him or her at least once per day A visit to the groomer for washing and cutting is also a must. A puppy clip can lessen the amount of times you must visit the groomer. It will also reduce the chances of matting occurring. Even with the grooming needs, this puppy is a wonderful addition to almost any family. It will bring years of joy to the home. It will provide tons of love to its family.




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