Everything about Maltese . . .
All the Information you need
What is the AKC breed Standard; why
do we need a stand? Some useful tools
that one can judge the conformation of a Maltese.
Know to many as "ye ancient dogee
of Malta", the Maltese breed has a history
that traces back many centuries. This beautiful silky-coated little
white dog has a rich and exciting history. The admirers of Maltese
come from all walks of life from the pet fanciers and show fanciers
to the rich and famous. Few breeds have achieved such affection and
admiration over the years as the elegant little Maltese.
One of the most frequently asked questions about Maltese
is how do you groom that lovely coat. Well, yes, it does take time and
experience to do it well, and a subject that I could write pages on. Here you will
find links for basic grooming as well as detailed directions on making topknots, puppy
clips, and wrapping & grooming for show dogs.
The Maltese is a very special sort of dog, with the
spirit, heart and loyalty of a much larger animal contained in a very small body. Anyone
who has become acquainted with a well bred member of this breed has a respect and
affection for its attributes and its history.
This link will give you all the basic
information about your dog.
The first weeks your Maltese is with you will be busy and
demanding. There may be times when you wonder if getting a puppy was such a good idea.
Things will go better if you have patience and keep your sense of humor. Remember that
puppyhood only happens once. The extra effort you put into it now will pay off in the
future. This link contains a great deal of information about your Maltese puppy.
Ever wondered what a Maltese puppy looks like a
newborn and then as it grows and develops. This link will take you to a page with
pictures of Maltese puppies from birth until full gown adults.
This link is a page with many pictures of a promising
Maltese puppy as she develops into a champion, from her first Best in Match win until
she retires as a multiple Best of Bred winner.
The Maltese is basically a very healthy breed with few
medical problems. This page has links for many health issues although many may
never be a problem for you, but will alert you for some things to watch out. With good
care and regular veterinary check-ups you should expect your Maltese to live well into
his teenage years.
Perhaps one of the most frequent questions I am asked
about Maltese at dog shows is "what do you do to keep your dog's face so
white?" My answer is always multiple in nature.; it includes the multiple causes of
tear staining, including excessive tearing, genetics, health and diet, fleas, what the
prevention is, and what can be done about it when you have it. This is the link to
Bobbie's award winning article on Tear Staining in Dogs.
Young puppies need relatively more nutrients than adults
do; moderately active adults need more nutrients than sedentary ones;
 and
malnourished or sick Maltese need more nutrients to regain health. This link has a
great deal of information of about feeding your Maltese.
Looking for more information on Maltese or dogs in
general. This is a link to some of the popular books on many dog related topics.
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