Maltese

A little history

Under the hair smooth and sleek, seductive character, gentle and loving lies a small, strong body that betrays its true origin, before domesticated in the richest families: the Bichon Maltese was a rat catcher.

The name comes from the word Maltese Jew "Malat" meaning harbor, which explains their origin in the port cities of the Mediterranean sea. Its role as skilled hunter of rats and mice had to give meaning to their existence. This is a very old breed and quoted by Aristotle and most often represented as a dog-and company-in Renaissance paintings.

His long hair has good news and bad news. First the bad. His long hair as required to be brushed frequently to avoid knots and dirt. The good news is that our furry dog ​​hair does not lose what is appreciated in cleaning the house.

Character and behavior

Maltese is a small dog with a similar behavior with other dogs their size. It is often very excitable and barking, so everyday react to stimuli quickly and markedly. It is not uncommon to see a Maltese Bichon not only runs and barks at the sound of the bell at the front door, but also to all kinds of noises such as produced by the phone. This feature may be ideal for many people, especially those with hearing problems. Certainly not to the liking of those who love peace and quiet.

Not a dog destroying the house. The Maltese Bichon destructive behavior in general is fairly low and there is a marked dog aggression, but not too patient with the kids. The response to obedience training copies Bichon Maltese is a moderately acceptable level, although this is benefited because it is not too dominant a dog with its owner.

Finally, with regard to the specific behavior of the Maltese breed of dog might mention that it is extremely affectionate, which will enjoy your company to its owner without cause, in general, great discomfort for coexistence.

Health

The main diseases that can have the Bichon Maltese are hepatitis, parvovirus, coronavirus, distemper, leptospirosis and tracheo bronchitis.

Care Hairdressing

The Bichon Maltese is a very healthy dog ​​but requires dedication, but it is an ideal pet that loves family life. Very intelligent and affectionate, love to play with its owner. Requires moderate exercise.

Size:

21 to 25 cms males and 20 females 33 cms.

Weight:

4 kg in males and 3 kg for females.

Basic service:

- Daily brushing with a tooth comb with a liquid swivel and moisturizer. Be especially careful with the knots especially when they are dirty because I did not go well and they can do harm.
- Bathroom every 3 weeks with moisturizing shampoo + conditioning or serum.

Haircut

If you cut the hair of a Maltese have to bear in mind that we must leave at least a width of 3 fingers that will not see the pink skin, since they have very fine hair and have it to protect, this cut is known as "puppy cut".

You can bang if you do not like to wear pigtails.

They are never to be cut by machine as this causes loss of hair quality and make them curl, but always going to take short and hairstylist do not want to do with scissors should pass a measure 5mm or more for protect the skin, although it is much better than 7mm, it is very important that the skin is protected because they are so delicate you can make contact with the cancer the sun.

You could also make a cut from the waist to drive but do not drag along.