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ISBN 13: 9780764128509
ISBN 10: 0764128507
Edition: 1st
Format: Paperback
Copyright: 12/30/2005
Publisher: Barrons Educational Series Inc

Maltese: Everything About Purchase, Care, Nutrition, Behavior, And Training

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Describes the diminutive and appealing Maltese, which is noted for its silky,loor-length white coat.

Meet the Maltese: An Introduction	p. 5
An Irresistible Toy	p. 5
Development and Popularity of Toy Dogs	p. 6
The Maltese Muse	p. 8
The Maltese's Toy Story	p. 10
Understanding the Maltese	p. 15
Maltese Character	p. 15
Potential Problems	p. 16
The Maltese Family Member	p. 19
Communicating with Your Puppy	p. 21
The Crate: A Place of His Own	p. 22
Your First Maltese	p. 25
Wise Decisions	p. 25
Where to Purchase Your Puppy	p. 26
Locating a Reputable Breeder	p. 28
Show Quality or pet Quality?	p. 32
Bringing Your Maltese Home	p. 34
Housetraining Your Maltese	p. 36
Feeding Your Maltese	p. 39
Basic Nutrition	p. 39
Feeding a Small Dog	p. 39
Choices, Choices	p. 41
The Cost-Effective/Health-Effective Diet	p. 44
Grooming Your Maltese	p. 47
Grooming Starts Early	p. 47
Bathing Your Maltese	p. 50
Teeth Cleaning Made Easy	p. 52
Toenail Care	p. 53
Cleaning the Ears	p. 54
Maintaining a Clean, White Face	p. 54
Maltese Training Made Easy	p. 57
Basic Training	p. 57
Prepare Yourself	p. 58
Training for Show-Ring Success	p. 62
Other Avenues	p. 64
HOW-TO: Sit, Stay, Down, and Come	p. 66
The Case Against Breeding	p. 69
Too Many Dogs	p. 69
Benefits and Consequences	p. 70
The Cost of Breeding	p. 73
The Healthy Maltese	p. 77
You and the Family Veterinarian	p. 77
Immunizations	p. 78
External Parasites	p. 80
Internal Parasites	p. 85
Exercise, Exercise	p. 88
The Time to Say Good-Bye	p. 88
How-to: Maltese First Aid	p. 90
Information	p. 92
Index	p. 94
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