Grooming

Because of the length of their coat, it is vital to brush them on a regular basis in order to avoid tangles, mats, and knots. Your goal should be to brush your Maltese at least once a day in order to maintain the smoothness and cleanliness of their hair. If you have a long-haired breed, you should use a brush with soft bristles or a brush with a slicker design. Apply light pressure and exercise patience as you begin at the tips and work your way down to the root

Bathing your Maltese should be done whenever it is necessary, but as a general rule, it should be done every three to four weeks. This will help to keep their coat clean and shiny. With lukewarm water and a gentle dog shampoo, wash your dog. Be careful to rinse them well to eliminate any possibility of any residue causing irritation to their skin.

Due to the fact that Maltese dogs have large eyes and a white coat, they are more likely to have tear stains. The removal of tear residue and the prevention of stains may be accomplished by wiping their eyes on a regular basis with a wet cloth or a specialist eye-cleaning solution. In addition, you may lessen the discomfort caused by the hair around their eyes by trimming it.

On a weekly basis, you should examine and clean the ears of your Maltese. If you want to remove dirt and debris from your dog's ears, you may use cotton balls and a dog ear cleaning solution. A deep insertion into the ear canal should be avoided at all costs.

To prevent your Maltese's nails from becoming too long and causing pain or trouble walking, you should trim them every few weeks before they get too long. When cutting nails using dog nail clippers, take care not to cut into the quick, which is a blood artery.

Some Maltese dogs may need to have their anal glands expressed on a regular basis. Make an appointment with your veterinarian if you see your dog scooting or excessively licking their rear end. Discuss the appropriate treatment for your dog and determine whether or not expression is required.

The health of one's teeth is essential to one's general well-being. You should use a dog toothbrush and toothpaste to brush your Maltese's teeth on a frequency of several times each week. Toys and dental chews are also helpful in maintaining a clean mouth for children.