Type Maltese Dog Race

Type Maltese Dog Race

Type Maltese Dog Race

 




Type Dog Race Maltese Maltese is a small breed of dog.

It descended from dogs originating from the Mediterranean Region Middle.

The characteristic shape of the Maltese slightly rounded shape of the head with a finger-wide dome, black button nose and brown eyes.

Compact body with a length equal height, ear fall with long hair and is surrounded by darker skin pigmentation (so-called "halo")

Lack of exposure to sunlight makes their noses can fade and become pink or light brown in color.

It is often referred to as "winter nose" and many times will become black again with increased exposure to sunlight.

Maltese are prone to "sneeze," which sounds like honking, snorting or choking sound, this resulting from overexcitement, play, allergies, or after waking up. It is not life threatening or dangerous, it will disappear after about one minute.

The dark color of the hair around the eyes often occur because saliva tears. To remove tear stains, you can get a tailor-made solution or powder for tear stains, which often can be found in pet stores locally.

Maltese bred to be a companion dog cuddly and thrive on love and attention.

They are very lively and funny and even increase energy levels and age pleasant demeanor remained constant.




Hypoallergenic: Yes
Lifespan: 12-15 years
Origin: Malta
Temperament: Active, Love play, Tame Love, Gentle, Intelligent and More
Weight: 2.3 - 5.4 kg
Height: 17.5 - 30 cm
Colour: White

Maltese Dog Race type characterized by:

Smallish, large black eyes and black colored nose
Its fur has a single layer of white or ivory colored fine young. For a dog show, fur length and fell straight left to decompose almost close to the ground about 8-22 cm

Temperament

Maltese dog is a dog that is vibrant, very lively, funny, loving, gentle and docile with its owner. Maltis dog is also very intelligent, easily taught tricks, daring and quick to give a warning if there is a suspicious noise. This is purebred dog companion dog classic, elegant, and loved. They are good with other animals and dogs. Maltese dogs like to play outdoor and some like to jump over puddles.

Maltese dogs can be picky eating, if you gave them the rest of your meal. Do not let these dogs develop an attitude of "Small Dog Syndrome", this behavior is due to the dog owner who makes believe that he is the leader of the human pack. As with other dogs, it can cause behavioral problems. If the dog believes that he was the boss, then he could be rough with the children and even adults. Do not pamper or overprotect against this small dog, because it can make them become unstable and even some can be jealous if any visitor. Other behavioral problems that can arise is separation anxiety, so keeping, and barking obsessively. This behavior is not the actual behavior of a Maltese dog, but formed of how the owners treat it. This behavior will disappear if the dog is with a stable pack leader.

Height Weight:

Height: Males 21-25 cm, females 20-23 cm. Weight: 3-4 kg.

Health issues:
Maltese dogs are susceptible to the sun, skin problems, eye problems, dental problems, respiratory and slipped stifle. Some can be difficult to eat as indigestion. They can shivering and experiencing discomfort in hot weather. Maltese dogs should be kept away from damp areas. Give dry dog ​​biscuits in addition to their regular diet because it can help keep their teeth clean and healthy.

Physical Exercise:

Maltese dogs need a walk every day. Playing can meet the needs of physical exercise they need, but as in all dogs, playing alone can not meet their natural instinct to walk. They still could play well into old age. This race is very active dogs were in the room.

Older Age:

About 15 years or more. Could possibly live up to the age of 18 years, but it's important to keep it from moisture.

Grooming / dog grooming:

Combing and brushing daily maltese long as is necessary, but it must be done gently because the fur is very smooth. Clean the eyes every day to prevent the dirt and wipe his beard after meals for the same reason. Bathe or dry shampoo on a regular basis and make sure drained to dry thereafter. Clean the ear and remove the hair that grows in the ear hole. Feathers on top of the head must often tied / made crested to keep him away from the eye. Some dog owners are usually short shaved fur on its head to make it more easy and not time consuming to take care of it. Maltese dog is very little or even no loss feathers and very good for allergy sufferers.

Origin:

Maltese dogs bred in Italy. It is said that they have blood Miniature Spaniel and Poodle. Maltese dog was first known as a breed in Malta, where their name is derived. Maltese dog formerly known as "Ye Ancient Dogge of Malta". Breeds is owned by all the nobility in the world. Noble women often take them and slept together in her bed. Maltese dogs were first brought to England by the Crusaders when returning from the Mediterranean. Maltese dogs recognized by the AKC in 1888.