Caring
for your Maltese Terrier should be a fun and rewarding experience, but in order
to enjoy caring for your little dog, you need to know the right way to go about
general Maltese Terrier care so that you nurture your puppy into adulthood.
Importance
of Proper Care
Proper Maltese Terrier care in all areas of life is what
keeps your dog happy and healthy. Proper care will ensure that your little companion
is with you for many, many years. The Maltese Terrier has a long lifespan, but
without proper Maltese Terrier care, your dog will not live to her full potential.
Proper care includes grooming, veterinarian care, diet, and exercise.
Seeking
Veterinarian Care
One of the first things you will want to find when you
bring home your new puppy is a vet that you can trust. Seeking general Maltese
Terrier care from a qualified veterinarian is one of the most important things
you can do to keep your dog healthy. She will need yearly vaccinations, as well
as monthly heartworm prevention, even if she is rarely outside. These are the
steps that all responsible pet owners must take to keep their pets healthy.
Proper
Diet
Maltese Terrier care also involves feeding your dog a proper diet.
The dietary needs of your dog are going to change as she ages. A puppy does not
need the same type of food as a fully mature dog. Start your Maltese out right
by talking to your vet about the type and amount of food your dog should be eating.
Avoid the temptation to over feed your dog.
Grooming Your Maltese
Other
aspects of Maltese Terrier care involves grooming, and lots of it! These dogs
have a lot of fur, and it just keeps growing! Since they do not shed, they will
need frequent trims to keep their fur from becoming too long and cumbersome. Also,
if they are not brushed daily, they will develop painful mats in their fur. Be
prepared to spend time every day grooming your Maltese.
Health Concerns
Facing the Maltese
Unlike most purebred dogs, the Maltese Terrier is not
prone to many genetic problems. There are some common health concerns, however,
that affect this charming breed. One of the most important things you will do
for your little dog is keep her ears clean. Ear infections, including ear mites,
are a common problem for Maltese Terriers.
Watch out for liver shunts and
collapsing trachea, both of which can be devastating for your dog. Be aware that
Maltese Terriers often suffer from anxiety disorders, specifically separation
anxiety. Other health
concerns facing the Maltese Terrier include skin allergies, since these little
dogs can have very sensitive skin.
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