Malteses - Rescue Dogs
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Bella Dolche Maltese
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Abandoned Maltese Dogs can be adopted from shelters. Their former owners due to a number of reasons have given them up. Some of the rescue Malteses may experience medical problems, or temperamental problems that will have to be treated. Rescue groups and organizations are called to help people who are interested in offering safe loving homes for Malteses in need.
A rescue Maltese is likely to make a wonderful pet. It only needs time to adjust to his new situation and your care and love.
Malteses - Grooming
In order to maintain the Maltese's coat clean and healthy, comb and brush the coat. Your Maltese can develop mats in its coat, if you do not check the coat condition regularly. The Maltese owner should clean the dog's eyes to prevent staining. Cleaning the ears and pulling out excessive hair inside the ear canal is necessary.
The Maltese sheds little to no hair and is considered a perfect dog for allergy sufferers. Some owners choose to clip the hair short for easier grooming.
Malteses - Exercise Needs
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Maltese World
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Malteses are active little dogs. Play takes care of most of their exercise needs. The Maltese will enjoy a regular walk. Malteses tend to remain playful well into their older age. Malteses are active indoors, and the Maltese owner does not need to make much effort to keep his pet well exercised.
Malteses - Clubs Links
American Maltese Association - Club established in 1963. Breed information, contact list, and specialty information.
The Maltese Club of Finland - Contains information on the club and on the breed.
Malteses - Rescue Links
Atlantic Maltese Rescue - East Coast rescue group with photos of available dogs.
Pacific Maltese Rescue - Organization for rescue and placement, pictures of available dogs.
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Maltese World
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Metropolitan Maltese Rescue - Rescue of abandoned dogs in the NYC tri-state area has pictures of available rescues.
National Maltese Rescue - Contacts, forms and other helpful information about the organization. Located in Pennsylvania.
Northcentral Maltese Rescue - Non-profit national organization dedicated to the placement of abandoned and unwanted Maltese dogs. Headquarters in Racine, Wisconsin.
United Maltese Rescue - UMR rescues in the greater Washington, D.C. and surrounding areas and includes pictures of available rescues.
Malteses - General Information Links
AKC Maltese Standard - Contains breed standard and some interesting facts.
Always Maltese World - Breeder with pictures, and with help articles on training. AL.
Summertime Maltese - Maltese breeder with pictures of her champion dogs and pets. Located in Charleston, SC.
Amour Maltese Admirer - Pictures from puppy to adult, dog recipes and poems.
Jambet Maltese - Pictures of dogs and other links.
Angelic Maltese - Breeder has standard, history, faq and pictures. WA.
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Silesian Cramer Maltese
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Hollybelle's Villa Malta South - Maltese puppy buyers guide, breed FAQ, with photos. Located in Franklin, Tennessee.
Living with a Maltese - Characteristics of the breed, with other links for information on the breed.
Loveland Maltese - Pictures and pedigrees. Located in Butte, Montana.
Maltese Dog Breed - Description, brief history, and other links.
Maltese Dogs Description - Description, temperament, health problems, grooming, origins and more information on the Maltese.
Maltese Only - The most complete Maltese dog site on the web with forums, FAQ, grooming and care.
Malteses - Other Malteses sites
Malteses Breeders - Malteses are a very ancient breed. Bichon Maltiase, The Maltese Terrier and Ye Ancient Dogge of Malta are some of the names referring to the Maltese Dog. As far as the exact origin of the Maltese is concerned, there is still much to be clarified. A spitz-like dog is believed to be the Maltese's ancestor. The Maltese's genes could have been involved in the formation of such breeds as the Tibetan Terrier, the Tibetan Spaniel, the Lhasa Apso and other ancient dog breeds of a small size.
Malteses were highly esteemed by Egyptians around 300 to 600 B.C. The Greek philosopher Aristotle was the first author of the Maltese breed history (around 350 B.C.). The Island of Malta is considered the country of the Maltese origin. However, some say, that the Maltese originated in Asia. Ancient drawings and writings prove that the Maltese Dog, or, more likely, their ancestors, were known as early as 5000-2000 B.C. Pieces of Roman and Greek pottery have drawings of beautiful small mantles of hair.
Malteses Information - Maltese Dogs are part of the toy group of dogs. Their whole appearance suggests a nice neat fluffy toy. The compact body is well proportioned. The Maltese Dog's white coat hangs almost to the ground, presenting a veil of silky fur.
The other name the Maltese Dog is known by is the Bichon Maltiase. This traces us to the fact that the Maltese belongs to the Bichon family and is regarded as a very ancient dog breed.
Malteses Pictures - Malteses have once been called the Maltese Lion Dog. Indeed, their "mane" of silky hair and brave little hearts bear some resemblance of these graceful animals. However, this is a very remote resemblance, for the standard size of the Maltese is 10 inches and it weighs 4-6 pounds.
Malteses have straight long hair, which hangs almost to the ground if unclipped. The color of the coat is white, although slight lemon or tan markings on the ears are acceptable. The ears are low set and feathered with thick hair.
Malteses Rescues - Malteses are popular family pets. They belong to the toy group of dogs. Registered with the AKC in 1888, Malteses have always been known as devoted companions and friends. Their miniature size enables them to be both charming lap dogs and good watchdogs when necessary.
Gentle-mannered and affectionate, the Maltese Dog does well in families with older children and with elderly people. If over-pampered, Malteses may turn capricious and demanding. They are family-oriented dogs and require much attention. Malteses are suitable for apartment living and don't need much exercise.
Malteses Puppies - Maltese Dogs are charming family pets, equally enjoying indoor and outdoor activities with their family. Belonging to the toy group dogs, Malteses are compact, but hardy. They are vigorous little dogs, who preserve a puppy's attitude and zest even when they grow older.
The Maltese's coat is single, which means that it has no undercoat. Curly or wavy coat is undesirable in Malteses. The hair should be approximately 8 inches long. The Maltese's body is relatively long with a level top line. According to the standard, the Maltese should weigh from 4 to 6 pounds. The Maltese stands 10 inches in height.
