Dogs
- How To Train A Maltese Poodle Mix
A Maltese poodle mix is a small, lively and friendly dog, with characteristics of both the Maltese breed and the poodle breed. A purebred Maltese should weigh under 7 pounds, and be pure white, with hair that continuously grows, like human hair. A purebred...
- Maltese Training Tips To Avoid Small Dog Syndrome
Do you think that a dog as small and as cute as the maltese needs maltese training? The answer is definitely yes! Apart from physical appearance, many people opt for toy or lap dogs because of the belief that smaller dogs are easier to handle than larger...
- Shih Tzu Small Dog Breed
The Shih Tzu is a breed of small companion dog of very ancient type, with long silky fur. The breed originated in China, possibly by way of Tibet. The name is both singular and plural. Names and etymology Shih Tzu (simplified Chinese: 狮子狗;...
- Maltese Small Dog Breed
The Maltese is a small breed of dog in the toy group, known for its silky white hair, though many owners of pet Maltese give them a short "puppy cut" for ease of grooming.The Maltese breed is descended from dogs originating in the Central Mediterranean...
- Miniature Dogs
These dogs breeds are very popular due to their tiny size. There are many types of these dogs that are well suited for families with a small backyard or those who live in apartments. These dogs are also very sweet and friendly and can be easily handled...
Dogs
Crossbred Maltese dogs
A crossbreed is a dog with two pure bred parents of different breeds. Dogs traditionally were crossed in this manner in hopes of creating a puppy with desirable qualities from each parent. Crossbreeds are typically larger than the pure breeds For pet dogs, crosses may be done to enhance the marketability of puppies, and are often given cute portmanteau names. Maltese are often deliberately crossed with Shih Tzus and Poodles to produce small, fluffy lap dogs. Maltese-Poodle crosses are called Maltipoos. Maltese crossed with Pugs are also seeing an increase in popularity. Maltese with Shih Tzus are called Mal-Shihs, Shihtese, or Mitzus. This results in a dog which is a small, friendly animal and may have a unique low (or no) shedding coat.
Maltese crosses, like other crossbred dogs, are not eligible for registration by kennel clubs as they are not a breed of dog. Each kennel club has specific requirements for the registration of new breeds of dog, usually requiring careful record keeping for many generations, and the development of a breed club. At times, a crossbred dog will result in a new breed, as in the case in the 1950s when a Maltese and Lhasa Apso were accidentally bred. Descendants of that breeding are now a "purebred" breed of dog, the Kyi-Leo.
- How To Train A Maltese Poodle Mix
A Maltese poodle mix is a small, lively and friendly dog, with characteristics of both the Maltese breed and the poodle breed. A purebred Maltese should weigh under 7 pounds, and be pure white, with hair that continuously grows, like human hair. A purebred...
- Maltese Training Tips To Avoid Small Dog Syndrome
Do you think that a dog as small and as cute as the maltese needs maltese training? The answer is definitely yes! Apart from physical appearance, many people opt for toy or lap dogs because of the belief that smaller dogs are easier to handle than larger...
- Shih Tzu Small Dog Breed
The Shih Tzu is a breed of small companion dog of very ancient type, with long silky fur. The breed originated in China, possibly by way of Tibet. The name is both singular and plural. Names and etymology Shih Tzu (simplified Chinese: 狮子狗;...
- Maltese Small Dog Breed
The Maltese is a small breed of dog in the toy group, known for its silky white hair, though many owners of pet Maltese give them a short "puppy cut" for ease of grooming.The Maltese breed is descended from dogs originating in the Central Mediterranean...
- Miniature Dogs
These dogs breeds are very popular due to their tiny size. There are many types of these dogs that are well suited for families with a small backyard or those who live in apartments. These dogs are also very sweet and friendly and can be easily handled...