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- The temperament of a Maltese
- Walk your dog daily
- Use positive reinforcement
- The game as an educational tool
Adopted or are you thinking of adopting a Maltese Bichon? It is a small breed that originated in the Mediterranean, in fact, its name refers to the island of Malta (however, there is still some controversy regarding this statement), although it is believed that it was the Phoenicians who brought it from Egypt the ancestors of this race.
With an eternal puppy appearance and a size that makes it ideal to adapt to any space, the Bichon Maltese is an excellent companion dog, both for older people and for families with children.
Of course, this canine breed needs proper training, just like any other breed, so in this article by PeritoAnimal we will explain it to you. how to train a Maltese.
The temperament of a Maltese
Each dog has a genuine and unique character, however each dog breed has some characteristics that are generic and of course many of them are positive, as long as the dog has been properly socialized and educated.
It is a active, intelligent, affectionate and friendly dog, in addition, as with other small puppies, such as the Yorkshire Terrier, it is an excellent guard dog, which despite not being able to defend the house, will alert us to any strange presence.
Walk your dog daily
Once your puppy has been given the first mandatory vaccinations and has been dewormed, he will be able to start walking outdoors, already with a more mature immune system and prepared for this exposure.
The Maltese is a small dog and in this sense he does not need to do much physical exercise, but of course it is essential to take him to walk twice a day. This practice not only strengthens the relationship between owner and pet, it also helps to channel the dog's energy, discipline in a healthy way and is essential for the puppy's socialization.
The socialization of the Maltese Bichon is necessary to be able to interact harmoniously with other pets, as it is also very important if children live at home, since this puppy will be an excellent companion if he has been properly socialized, as long as the little ones in the house understand that he is a living being and must be cared for and respected.
Use positive reinforcement
Like any other dog, the Maltese responds well to positive reinforcement, which in a simplified way could translate to the practice through which the dog does not punish himself for his mistakes, but is rewarded for what he does well.
Proper canine training should not only be based on positive reinforcement, it also requires a lot of patience, this means that teaching you new orders should be carried out daily (2 to 3 times a day), but for periods no longer than 10 minutes and in a distraction-free environment.
Among the basic first orders you should teach your puppy, one of the most important is that he comes when I call him, as it is essential to have a minimum control over your pet.
As with other puppies, as the Maltese Bichon progresses in its training, it is important that it learn to sit down, that it also does so when serving its food, not jumping straight into it. This is because if you can control a dog with food, it will be much easier to control it in any other situation, obedience being an essential skill for good canine training.
In addition to coming when you call and sitting down, the puppy must learn other basic training orders such as staying still or lying down.
The game as an educational tool
The Maltese is an active dog and, therefore, it is important that he has several toys at his disposal, in this way he will keep himself entertained and will be able to channel his energy in an adequate way.
The game is also an educational tool, as aggressive behaviors and a "No" firm and serene before them, it will allow to correct this and make the puppy grow until it acquires a balanced behavior.
Don't forget that a dog that hasn't received an education of any kind, and that doesn't walk or mentally stimulate itself, is likely to suffer from behavioral problems. For this reason, pay close attention and spend time each day, as well as company, affection, and education. If you treat him with respect and affection, he will have an excellent life partner at his side.
