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Looking for a Maltese dog in Singapore? Look no further than The Lovely Pets. Our selection of Maltese puppies for sale from ethical breeders will make the perfect companion for you.
In Singapore, they are one of the most popular dog breeds. They are good with families as they are affectionate and loving. They were the quintessential lap dogs. They are also hypoallergenic, non shedding and HDB Approved.
Their coat doesn’t shed and hypoallergenic, making it suitable for allergy sufferers. It only comes in 1 colour which is white. When grown for a while, the maltese’s coat drops straight down to the floor giving them a regal look. Tie a bow on their forehead for a cute teddy look!
If you’re looking to buy one, we have a wide selection of maltese puppies for sale from ethical breeders that will make the perfect companion for you. All of our dogs are health checked, vaccinated and dewormed. By purchasing from us, you get a 1 month free of flee, tick, and heartworm prevention service. You will also get a free grooming for your pet before bringing it home for adoption. You can meet and view our puppies to determine if they suit your family lifestyle.
Breed Characteristics
Origin
The maltese likely originated from Malta, an island nation near the Mediterranean seas. They were brought to Italy around the 15th century. The luxurious white fur is distinctive and they were popular as a companion dog.
Size and Appearance
The Maltese is a small breed of dog, typically weighing between 3-5 kg and standing 7-9 inches tall at the shoulder. The breed has a distinctive white coat that is long, silky, and straight, and requires regular grooming to prevent matting and tangling.
Temperament
The maltese is affectionate and friendly. They are easy to train and like to stick to their family, making them adaptable to all types of household, big and small.
They are friendly to human, children and other pets alike. A Maltese is a terrific pup for first-time dog owners, families in search of an adorable playmate for children, or seniors who want an endearing companion.
In addition, their fur is hypoallergenic and non shedding. While the Mayo Clinic stresses that no dog is allergen-free, most people have less reaction to the proteins found in a Maltese’s dander, saliva, and urine.
Energy Level and Exercise Needs
They don’t require much exercise. A 20 min walk daily is sufficient.
The Maltese has often been crossbred to Toy Poodle to produce very popular breed called Maltipoo, which has a smart and friently personality! Other white puppies similar to Maltese are Bichon Frise, Poodles, and Maltipoos.
Exercise Requirements
Maltese are not a very active breed, a walk of 20 min daily is good enough to fulfil their exercise needs for busy owners.
When it is raining, owners can consider indoor games like fetch, frisbee, tug-of war. There are also a plethora of food based “IQ” games that can stimulate them. Teaching tricks such as sit, down, roll over, play dead is also an excellent opportunity for bonding and stimulation. In fact, many dogs get more tired after a short session of trick training compared to the usual walks!
Playtime and mental stimulation go hand in hand. Puzzle games, trick training can easily be learned from many youtube videos. Even a simple kong toy with treats inside will also provide much needed entertainment.
As maltese are small dogs, owners need to be careful not to overexercise them which can cause wear and tear of the joints. Gradual increase of exercise is needed to build muscle and stamina.
To prevent obesity, do check their food intake when they are adult. Dogs with dips on the waist means that they are at a healthy weight. Exercie and diet has to be adjusted to maintain this healthy weight. We will guide you on the best food and nutrition available in Singapore.
Overall, maltese is not a very active breed. However as responsible owner, daily walks and mental stimulation is necessary to make a happy dog.
Grooming Requirements
Here are some grooming requirements and recommendations for Maltese:
Brushing: Daily brushing is important to prevent tangle.
Bathing: Maltese needs to be bathed every week in Singapore’s humid climate. Use a mild dog shampoo (we recommend Silky shampoo) and be sure to rinse thoroughly to avoid any skin irritation. Lastly, remember to blow dry to make sure the skin is completely dry to prevent skin issues.
Trimming: Regular haircut is needed at professional dog groomer every 2-3 months for a full grooming service to prevent tangle and keep a neat appearance. There are many styles at your dog can try out to create many different look.
Nail Clipping: The toe nails need to be clipped once every few months. Best to ask a professional groomer to do this to prevent bleeding when the nails are cut too close to the quick (blood vessel). avoid cutting too close to the quick.
Teeth Cleaning: Brushing teeth daily is preferred, if not possible, weekly brushing is sufficient. Give raw bones regularly as enrichment which double as natural teeth cleaner.
Ear Cleaning: Their ears may be prone to infection as it is dropping down which can trap heat and moisture especially in Singapore’s humid climate. Clean the ears with appropriate solution once a week.
Brushing: Daily brushing is important to prevent tangle.
Bathing: Maltese needs to be bathed every week in Singapore’s humid climate. Use a mild dog shampoo (we recommend Silky shampoo) and be sure to rinse thoroughly to avoid any skin irritation. Lastly, remember to blow dry to make sure the skin is completely dry to prevent skin issues.
Trimming: Regular haircut is needed at professional dog groomer every 2-3 months for a full grooming service to prevent tangle and keep a neat appearance. There are many styles at your dog can try out to create many different look.
Nail Clipping: The toe nails need to be clipped once every few months. Best to ask a professional groomer to do this to prevent bleeding when the nails are cut too close to the quick (blood vessel). avoid cutting too close to the quick.
Teeth Cleaning: Brushing teeth daily is preferred, if not possible, weekly brushing is sufficient. Give raw bones regularly as enrichment which double as natural teeth cleaner.
Ear Cleaning: Their ears may be prone to infection as it is dropping down which can trap heat and moisture especially in Singapore’s humid climate. Clean the ears with appropriate solution once a week.
Overall, Malteses require regular grooming to keep them looking and feeling their best. With proper grooming and maintenance, you can help ensure your Maltese stays healthy, comfortable, and happy.