Maltese
The Maltese is a toy breed of dog covered with long, silky white hair. Maltese dogs weigh only 4 to 7 pounds. At birth a Maltese puppy will only way a couple of ounces. They are a friendly and affectionate dog for the family. They love getting attention, playing, and are full of energy.
A popular dog that doesn’t shed, the Maltese is a healthy specimen not having near the health issues of other dog breeds. As the Maltese dog gets older, however, they do become more susceptible to heart and lung problems as well as ear infections. For some reason, they seem to be “hypoallergenic” to people that are usually allergic to dogs and animals. Some say this is because their hair is so similar to human hair.
There are many people that really love the teacup Maltese, but there are those that say the “teacup” Maltese does not exist. The AKC only acknowledges the Maltese believing that the teacups are just regular Maltese that are little. This has and always will be a controversy to the Maltese lovers. When they are Maltese puppies, they are so little, that it is too soon to make a determination.
If you are thinking of purchasing Maltese puppies for sale or any Maltese for sale, check with your veterinarian or Maltese breeders that may be in your area. Find out how they are to train, any special needs they may have and what their health is. They can be very helpful in helping you make a wise choice in the selection of your Maltese dog. There are also many places online or offline where you can get an unlimited amount of Maltese information.
Buying and owning a Maltese dog or any dog for that matter is a big decision. I hope that you be armed with as much information as possible when you are ready to get your dog. There is nothing sadder than getting a dog and allowing him to become attached to his new family only to discover you can’t keep him.
If you are interested in owning a Maltese dog, there are many Maltese rescue groups dedicated to finding good homes for the dogs. There is usually a screening process to make sure you can provide a loving, lasting home for the Maltese. If you are presently a Maltese owner that can no longer provide for him or her, be selective with which rescue you take him too. Be assured the Maltese rescue has a ‘no-kill’ policy so the dog isn’t put down if he isn’t adopted in a certain amount of time.
