Perhaps this pet has caught you again and you have not yet had an approach with the Maltese bichon, an adorable dog breed that conquers at first sight. Or maybe you’ve already decided to expand the family and adopt one of these little comrades we love so much.
Either way, we tell you Why the Maltese is such a special breed and we give you some tips to make it as easy to care for as loving it. when you adopt it.
what is maltese puppy
The Maltese bichon is a small breed of dog (normally weighing between 3 and 4 kilograms) that originated in the Mediterranean basin, believed to have originated specifically from Malta (hence the name), although there have been indications that the traders were Phoenicians. More than 2000 years ago he brought the ancestors of this breed from Egypt.
With a dense, shiny and satin coat, these white furs are hypoallergenic and hard to shed.which is great if we don’t want to have a house full of hair every day.
According to veterinary specialists at Prestige Hospitalthis breed of dog is reliable and affectionate and makes a great companion and family dog that is also ideal for coexisting with other animals such as cats or other dog breeds.
It is an intelligent, playful and energetic breed with a friendly character, but requires a range of special care.
Maltese puppy care: grooming, feeding and daily activity
Daily brushing to maintain beautiful hair
According to experts, it is important to take good care of its fur in this breed of dog, which is called “dog hair”, even if we prefer to keep it short. Of course, it is important not to shave it so that her pink skin is not damaged by the sun.
Brush very gently every day at home Together brush like this To prevent the hair from tangling and breaking, it will take care not only of its appearance, but also of the health of the particularly sensitive skin and hair. If there are knots in the fur, we can try to untie them with a comb, but if it is difficult for us and we do not want to damage the skin while trying to cut these knots, it is best to go to a specialist. do it for us.
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When you come to the bathroom and As Barkyn’s veterinarian Irene Martínez explains to us, “excessive hygiene can also cause problems for our dog.”. In general, one bath per month is sufficient to keep the fur and skin clean and healthy. always using a mild dog shampoo and conditioner (The latter is important to prevent tangles), but we should always follow our vet’s instructions. available special dog shampoos for white hair, like thisto ensure that it always retains its perfect color.
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Teeth, ears and eyes in the spotlight
What you should do weekly is to clean the dog’s ears (which is also a puppy). From Madrid Health We recommend cleaning it with gauze and we may use certain products such as: East of Maikai It is worn over the ears for better hygiene.
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The eyes also require special attention in cleaning. Excess tears can cause brown spots around the eyes, but we can easily remove them with a serum-dampened gauze pad. Teeth are another point to consider when it comes to Maltese, because They are particularly prone to plaque and sarr formation.or, if not avoided, may inflame the gums. We can brush it several times a week using it. soft bristle dog toothbrush and toothpaste.
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Avoid being overweight
Ideally, when it comes to food, your veterinarian will tell you what kind of product is recommended for him.for both his weight and age, but be especially careful not to be overweight with this breedBeware of overhandling as it can cause or worsen joint problems, metabolic and digestive disorders, back pain and heart disease in this breed.
Train as another activity that will keep you mentally fit as well.
As the expert vets at Prestige explain, Maltese can have a tendency to bark a lot if they are untrained. kicking and developing this habit separation anxiety that will make it very difficult for you to leave him alone at home. Fortunately, this breed is very intelligent and can work with a dog trainer or trainer in case this behavior time is difficult for us to control.
encouragement and teaching our pet some tricks will keep him entertained and strengthen the bond between the two. In fact, in the case of Malta, training them at home is more than a recommended activity for them.
Playing with other animals is essential
Being energetic and playful animals, he always wants to move, but he is a small dog and you don’t need long walks to stay fit. The important thing is to consider it a very social and friendly breed.the need to interact with other animalsso walks will be more welcome if they include games with other dogs.
Because they are very affectionate animals it is important that you know that they need a lot of love from us, something that seeing their little face will not cost you anything.
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