Maltese
Maltese Training
Consistency is key for a Maltese puppy to mature into a polite dog. It's important to set a schedule, stay accountable, and train with passion and patience. Maltese are sensitive and don't respond well to harsh training methods like yelling and punishment. Accidents are bound to happen as the puppy doesn't know better. To help avoid this, scheduling is crucial. For example, feeding your puppy and taking it outside right away is a great routine for it to learn when it’s potty time. Also, if you don't want your dog to jump on people, don't allow it to do so as a puppy. The day you bring your fluffy friend home, it's important to set the standards. Puppies respond best to positivity such as petting and treats. When they do something you don't like, a repetitive "no" will eventually translate to bad behaviour. After training, be sure to shower your puppy with love and attention.
Selecting a Maltese Puppy
Maltese Puppy Ears
Healthy puppies will have clean ears with no signs of discharge, redness, inflammation or pungent odour. If the puppy is aggressively scratching or pawing their ear, tilting their head or excessively flipping their head, it may also be a sign of discomfort. Breeds with floppy ears are more prone to infection or disease.