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Maltese Breed Profile
The Maltese is of the AKC Toy Group and is an affectionate, loving, sturdy, small dog with a gorgeous, long, silky white coat. If coats are left long and not trimmed, they are grooming intensive. Delighting in spending time with their owner, they love to go where ever their owners go. The Maltese has a dainty look but don't let that deceive you as they are really a hardy breed. Due to their low exercise needs, these beautiful dogs make fine pets for the elderly and are very adaptable to all kinds of indoor living conditions.
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Origin: Malta
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Grooming: Intense daily
grooming care. Maltese need daily brushings to prevent matting and
tangling. Regular washing and eye care. For pet owners, applying a "pet
trim" will help with grooming needs, however, trips to the groomer will
be necessary. Many sport a topnot if coats are left long and flowing.
Social Skills: This little dog
gets along fine with other dogs and household pets. Socialize early to
prevent nippiness with strangers.
Personality: Very devoted,
playful, and affectionate and thrive on human companionship. Appearing
delicate at first, Maltese are not sissies.
Children: Very good with older
respectful children.
Housing: Very adaptable to
different living conditions. Ideal pets for the elderly. Not suitable
for those not wanting to maintain their daily grooming needs.
Exercise: Low. Very minimal.
They do enjoy a romp or short walk for stimulation.
Training: Intelligent. Trains
easily and quickly.
Health: Hypoglycemia, deafness,
luxating patellas, and dental problems. More information on Maltese
inherited health disorders.
History: The Maltese origin is
in the Mediterranean area on an island called Malta. These dogs were
raised as companions and were a favorite of the Greeks, Romans and
Egyptions. The history of the Maltese has been known for 3,000 years as
evidenced in an unearthed dig in Egypt. The first "known" recognition
of a Maltese-type dog is around 600-300 BC from documentations of a lap
dog existing in the Mediterranean area. By the 17th and 18th centuries,
they became attractive companions for the ladies. There are several
theories about their history. At one point they were considered to be
terriers, and now they are considered to be of spaniel heritage
according to the AKC.
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