| The Maltese dog is one of the smaller breeds of dogs. | | | | escort dog. The long fluffy single coat hair makes the |
| This cute looking dog makes for a great pet. It has a | | | | dog adorable. The hair does not fall and this aspect |
| long fur coat and is usually white in color. This breed is | | | | endears the breed to a wide range of owners. People |
| also highly intelligent and adorable. Like the Chihuahua | | | | with allergies can keep this dog as a pet safely. |
| the Maltese dog is generally seen amongst the rich | | | | The dog is quite intelligent and picks up basic |
| and the powerful. | | | | commands very easily. The long white fur needs |
| The Maltese dog is small and sturdy. The dog usually | | | | regular care and cleaning. Use shampoo to keep the |
| weighs between 6 to 7 pounds. The small size of this | | | | fur clean and health. A shampoo specially designed for |
| breed makes it vulnerable to attacks and injuries. | | | | use on white hair would be ideal. |
| The dog is believed to be in existence for centuries | | | | The Maltese dog likes to play a lot. Therefore it is |
| and evidence suggests that this breed was first seen | | | | advisable to keep the dog outdoors for some time |
| in China. The Maltese dog is believed to be the | | | | every day. The dog also enjoys outdoors and the sun |
| favored pet of the Ming dynasty. | | | | a lot. So keep all this in mind before choosing you pet. |
| This particular breed of dog is very convenient to keep | | | | The Maltese dog should not be left alone in the |
| as a pet for people who live in flats and small | | | | outdoors as larger dogs could maul it. |
| apartments. This dog is also a very good at socializing. | | | | Like with all pets, the Maltese dog also loves a lot of |
| However the small size makes it very vulnerable to | | | | attention and company. This small dog is a great hit |
| injuries particularly from children. Due to its diminutive | | | | among people and particularly at dog shows and |
| size, the children tend to play with it and sometimes | | | | exhibitions. So keep all these factors in mind before |
| even trample on it, which can lead to major injuries. | | | | choosing this particular breed. Once you bring it home, |
| Therefore on has to be very careful while keeping this | | | | you can be sure a wonderful pet which is a source of |
| breed as pets. | | | | constant joy and entertainment. |
| The Maltese is a small dog, which makes it ideal as an | | | | |