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PINOY PET FINDER - BREED SPECIFIC - Maltese |
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| Breed Specific : Maltese |
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| MALTESE |
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The Maltese is a Toy breed whose distinguishing characteristic is a coat of long,
silky white hair. The medium length head is well proportioned to the body, with a gently
rounded topskull and a moderately accentuated stop. Eyes are fairly close set, round and
dark brown to black with an expression of softness yet alert intelligence. Like the head,
the muzzle is medium in length and not overly wide or thin. The nose is black, and the teeth
feature a scissors bite. The neck is long enough for the dog to carry the head high and proud.
The body is compact and well proportioned with a level topline. The tail sports silky long hair
and is gracefully curved over the back. The coat is long, straight and silky in texture, nearly
reaching to the ground. The dog has no undercoat, and coloring is always white
Maltese make wonderful companions, as they are eager to please and highly intelligent. They love
the company of human families and are energetic and affectionate. The Maltese responds well to
training and can be taught a variety of entertaining tricks if rewarded sufficiently. Though too
small to confront an intruder, the Maltese? love for barking makes it an excellent watchdog. It is
important to socialize your Maltese from puppyhood as an overly coddled or sheltered Maltese can
become neurotic or snippy. Like many small breeds, they can be challenging to housebreak and sometimes
picky with food. Children should be supervised when playing with a Maltese, as the dog can easily be
injured by rough handling.
The Maltese can be sensitive to hot, damp or cold weather so care should be taken when taking your dog
outdoors in extreme temperatures. They are small enough to get plenty of exercise inside, but enjoy a
daily walk. It is crucial to comb and brush the silky, long coat daily to prevent the formation of mats
and tangles. The Maltese needs regular bathing, at least once a month, but must be kept warm during and
after. If you prefer, you can use a dry shampoo periodically. The eye area is prone to staining and must
be kept clean. Keep ears clean and trim excess hair from them. You can have your Maltese clipped to make
care easier. These dogs don't shed very much and are excellent pets for people with allergies.
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