Monday, July 20, 2015

What To Know About Maltese Dogs

By Olive Pate


Many people are proud pet owners. Dogs are a common animal of choice when it comes to household pets. Animals are recognized as best friends or close companions to human beings. There are many different breeds that exist. Maltese dogs are small breeds that are considered part of the toy category.

The origins and name of the breed is said to come from the Mediterranean nation known as Malta. Still, the name may also be considered a reference to the island called Mijet or the Sicilian town that once existed under the name Melita. People who are interested in this dog should do research to find out more about it. This is important to ensure that the animals are properly taken care of and given everything the need to live happy and healthy lives.

This is considered an ancient breed that has existed for hundreds of years. Originally known as Canis Mellitaeus, this breed has been called by many names over the years. The origin for the name known today is unknown, although it is thought to have come about in the 1960s. It was officially settled on calling this animal Maltese during the 19th century by the Kennel Club.

This breed has a finger dome and rounded skull. They have brown eyes and black, button noses. Their drop ears may have long hair on them and usually there is a halo or darker skin pigmentation that gives the breed its expressive look. If these dogs to not receive enough sun, they might have winter nose, which is when the nose turns light brown or pink. It usually goes back to black after exposure to the sun has increased.

Their coats are silky and long. They lack an undercoat. While there are some Maltese with curly hair, this is recognized as a fault in the breed. Pure white is the color of the coat with a tinge of ivory on the ears. In some instances, a pure white coat that has some slight yellow or lemon marks is considered acceptable.

The breed is not expected to shed, which makes it ideal for people who are allergic to animals. Some may prefer dogs with a short coat. The common cut for animals is called puppy cut, which includes trimming or shaving the entire body to one length. Adults will range from 3 to 10 pounds and most are 7 to 12 inches in height.

This animals has been bred to be a companion for humans. They are lively, playful and cuddly. These traits are expected to remain even as the dogs get older. Some animals may be snappish toward young kids, so they should be monitored. However, this problem may be prevented by socializing them while they are still young. There are dogs in this breed that need to be close to their owners or humans, and may suffer with separation anxiety.

These are recognized as hypoallergenic dogs. They need daily cleaning so that their coat is not stained. People should be familiar with the care needs of these animals.




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