Maltese Facts Every Maltese Owner And Lover Should Know

American Kennel Club claims that Maltese-like artifacts were found in Egypt which can only mean one thing – the Egyptians may have worshipped the Maltese.

Not only that, but there were Greek potteries that shows a Maltese-like dog dating back from 5 A.D. These images are of a long-haired dog with small built, much like this beautiful fluffy breed. A scholar named Carolus Maria DeVeil, who is an expert in 18th-century religion, claims that there were historians who wrote in Greek have mentioned a small pretty dog called “Catelli,” which describes a dog much like the Maltese breed we have today.

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The Maltese’s hair won’t be a problem among allergy sufferers.

Their magnificent white long locks of hair grow like the human hair. It does not shed like most dog’s fur, but rather fall out occasionally just like our hair. The American Kennel Club claims that there is no guarantee that there is a specific breed of dog that has hypoallergenic hair or fur, yet people with allergies won’t have allergy problems with Maltese. Did you know that these babies were specifically bred by Roman Emperors for their famous white hair? Since Romans believe that the color white was sacred, their also wanted to have pets that will exhibit an air of divinity.

The Maltese have different monikers that have existed during their long time of existence.

Among the famous nicknames that this dog has gained are Maltese terrier, Maltese Lion Dog, Comforter Dog, Roman Ladies’ Dog, Melitaie Dog, Spaniel Gentle and even Shock Dog.

Maltese need high-maintenance hair care because of their profuse coats.

If you want to have a Maltese, know that their hair needs a lot of attention. To keep them looking neat and their hair soft, white and silky, they need constant and daily brushing. For owners who do not enter their Maltese in dog shows, they tend to keep their dogs in puppy cuts to avoid the need to constantly groom them.

The Maltese Breed of dogs is fearless when it comes to gravity.

They may have tiny legs, but these babies are not afraid of jumping in places where you would not think they are capable of jumping. They can easily jump on your armchairs and sofa, so it’s best to keep them away from balconies that do not offer much security.

Maltese takes advantage of their small size and loving nature to be great therapy dogs.

Since most people won’t feel threatened by a cute and lovable dog the size of a toy, it makes them a safe choice for people who need comfort. The size of a therapy dog doesn’t really matter, but if you’re nursing an injury and are not a big fan of dogs in the first place, a small dog whom you can easily cuddle would be a great choice. Also, with limited mobility and no means to properly protect yourself from any threat, small sized dogs such as a Maltese would be a perfect choice.

Another important factor is their gentle and friendly personalities. They loved being pet, cuddled and handled – all things that a therapy dog needs to have.

Maltese dogs are a favorite among top-rated celebrities.

Elvis Presley Jessica Simpson, Marilyn Monroe, Ellen de Generes are just some of the A-list celebs who fell in love with these adorable dogs. Maltese also holds the Guinness World record of the dog breed most photographed with celebrities – reaching up to 363.

A Maltese once inherited millions of dollars thanks to her deceased mom.

Leona Helmsley was a real estate developer who’s had a pet Maltese named Trouble. When Helmsley died in 2007, Trouble inherited $12 million dollars. However, the government trimmed down Trouble’s inheritance and only received $2 million dollars. Trouble, however, was able to live its life to the fullest until she died in 2011.

There you have it! Do you have any more Maltese facts you’d want to share with us? Please let us know in the comments section below!

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