📍 Origin
Italy
📏 Size
Small
⏳ Lifespan
12–15 years
🐾 Coat Length
Short to Long
🐾 Maltese 🐾
Personality:
The Maltese is a tiny dog breed with big personality.
About:
The Maltese, with its silky white coat and affectionate personality, is a small breed known for its charm and devotion, making it a delightful companion for those seeking a loving lapdog with a touch of elegance.
Temperament Attributes 🐾
Affectionate
Friendly
Independent
Intelligence
Energy Level
Adaptability
Watchdog Ability:
Coat Colors 🎨
Pure whitelight tan or lemon
Weather Tolerance 🌤
☀️ Hot Weather — 28/10❄️ Cold Weather — 0/10
Diet
Feed your Maltese high-quality, small-breed-specific kibble rich in protein and omega fatty acids, and ensure regular, small meals throughout the day to prevent hypoglycemia. Always consult your vet for dietary advice tailored to your dog's specific needs.
Maltese Diet Essentials
Maltese Puppy Diet Essentials
Daily Requirement:
- A Maltese puppy typically requires around 55-75 calories per pound of body weight per day.
Nutritional Balance:
- Look for dog foods that provide a balanced diet of protein, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals specifically formulated for puppies.
Life Stage Specific:
- Choose a puppy-specific formula to support their growth and development needs.
Special Dietary Needs:
- Maltese puppies may have sensitive stomachs, so consider foods with limited ingredients or formulas designed for sensitive digestion.
Trusted Brands:
- Royal Canin, Purina Pro Plan, Hill's Science Diet, Pedigree, Farmina N&D.
