Maltese are outgoing and intelligent little dogs. Their small stature means they make great playful companions in any family, but read on if you’re considering bringing a Maltese puppy into your family.
Maltese love children but they are not a good choice if you have small children at home. When I say little I mean less than eight years depending on the maturity of the child. Otherwise, they can be great playful and wonderful members of the family.
Kids will love his miniature stature; they are small enough to be transported. But it is because of their size that they are a dangerous combination with small children. Your child will not be able to understand how fragile your Maltese puppy is. It is easy to seriously injure a Maltese by accidentally standing on or sitting on it.
The “teacup” variety at three pounds or less is a very bad dog to have around children. These dogs are too small, and as a result, their bones are extremely brittle and brittle. It’s an unfortunate result of their small size: their bones break easily. They can be accidentally injured too easily. Standing or sitting on your Maltese can seriously injure your dog.
If you choose a Maltese puppy, you can greatly minimize all of these risks by training the dog well and teaching your child all about respect for dogs and how to treat them. This will make all the difference!
You will need to teach your children how to treat your Maltese. This includes strictly enforcing a “no rude the dog” rule. Children need to learn that their Maltese is fragile and should be treated as such.
If you intend to have a Maltese puppy in your home, we always recommend professional training. The cost can be minimal if you bring your pet to Pet Smart. Spend some money and make sure your Maltese is as well socialized as possible.
Try to involve the children in the preparation. Maltese need a fair amount of grooming and this is one way to foster a great relationship between them. Even small children can gently comb dogs’ fur (under supervision!).
As with any domestic pet; The general principle should be to teach children to treat all animals with kindness and respect. This is one of the most important life lessons you can teach, and the best place to learn it is at home.
Just don’t leave your children unattended around a Maltese. Even if the child means well, that won’t stop the Maltese from getting agitated. Some can be a bit testy so look for a Maltese whose parents are a bit affable. This will reduce the risk of any problems. In general, Maltese make a great family pet.