Maltese
Gentle, playful and devoted, the Maltese is a toy companion breed that loves to be close to its people.
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- Bred for
- Companionship
- Typical energy
- Moderate
- Size
- Small
Where to start
Usually motivated by praise, play and tiny food rewards. Use that in training and keep sessions short and rewarded.
First focus
Use a soft voice, tiny rewards and short sessions, because Maltese are sensitive.
Next
Be consistent with house training and reward every success.
Daily habit
Start grooming handling early: brushing, paws and face, with a reward each time.
Breed notes describe tendencies in a group of dogs, not your dog. Every dog is an individual, and Dogify does not assess your dog. This is general training information and not a substitute for a qualified professional.
Chosen for the Maltese
Potty training a puppy: a simple schedule that works
When to go out, how to reward the right spot and what to do after accidents, in a routine you can follow from day one.
A five-minute weekly grooming routine
Teach your dog to enjoy being handled, then fit brushing, paws and nails into one short routine you can keep up every week.
A calm bath routine your dog can learn to enjoy
Set up the space, teach your dog to stand for the water and finish with a reward, so bath day gets easier every time.
