 The tiny Maltese originated from the island of Malta or the Central Mediterranean Area and has remained unchanged from the original right down through the ages. The coat is fluffy and white and the hair is straight and long. If not kept for showing the hair is often clipped off short rather than left to grow to ground length. They don’t shed much and are one of the few dogs suited to those who suffer from allergies.
Maltese are delightful household pets that get along well with small children, though they may feel threatened by those who are noisy and overactive. They are ideal for apartment dwellers as their exercise needs are not high. They don’t dig, so it is easy to confine them to a small yard. However, they are considered noisy, as they like to yap.
Due to Malta’s water supply emanating from limestone springs, the mineral needs of the Maltese are unique. Sulfate minerals should be avoided. If the coat is yellowed and eye secretions turn facial hair rust-colored, then it is being fed the wrong diet.
In their original home of Malta, the Maltese would have been fed on a diet of poultry, fish and goat, along with acidic type fruits. Brown rice and barley would have supplied the necessary carbohydrates. Today, their diet should be similar, with saltwater fish, lamb and poultry, wheat, avocado and brown rice. Avoid beef, soy, beet pulp and horsemeat.*
As for the Maltese and most breeds of dogs it is highly recommended that a quality dog vitamin supplement be added as a regular part of their daily nutrition as dog foods alone cannot provide all of the vitamins, minerals and nutrition that your beloved Maltese needs. A quality dog vitamin will aid in maintaining a healthy dog and thereby increasing their quality of life and longevity.
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*Before altering your dog's diet it is absolutely necessary that you discuss this with your vet. Your veterinarian should have all the vital information on your dog such as any previous ailments etc. and should make the final determination on the proper feeding and nutrition of your dog.
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