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Mac is a young and beautiful Maltese. We were asked to find him a home by the owner of the boarding kennel where he was abandoned. I really don't understand people sometimes. I mean, maybe I am a little more attached to my pets than the average bear, but what kind of person takes their dog to be boarded and then never comes back? I just don't get it.
According to the kind woman who runs the kennel, "Mac, a 2yr old Maltese, was abandon at our facility over a month ago. His previous owner shaved him so badly he had burns all over him, especially around his neck. After a month stay, he has finally recovered and is ready to go to a good home. He likes to be on people’s laps and is careful to meet new people. He is quite a handful if you are not a strong owner but very loveable."
Poor little guy! I know that we will find Mac the perfect family to call his own.
According to www.dogbreedinfo.com, this ancient dog was described by the Greek philosopher Theophrastus as belonging to the "Melita" breed, an archaic name for Malta. It was developed in Italy with the addition of miniature spaniel and poodle blood. It was thought that these lively little dogs were first brought to England by Crusaders returning home from the Mediterranean. The breed became particularly popular with women, who often carried them in their sleeves and even to their beds. The dog was not only popular with women though. Publius, the Roman governor of Malta, prized his Maltese enough to commission a portrait of "Issa" and even have poetry written about her. Today, the glamorous Maltese is an adored pet and sought-after show dog.
The Maltese is spirited, lively and playful. Gentle, loving, trusting and devoted to its master. Highly intelligent. Good at learning tricks if he feels sufficiently rewarded. Bold and quick to sound the alarm in case of suspicious noises. It is a classical companion dog; graceful and lovable. They do well with other animals. Maltese love to play outdoors but have a penchant for jumping in puddles. A bath must follow! These dogs can be snappish with inconsiderate children and may be difficult to housebreak. Sometimes they are picky eaters. Include small biscuits and dry dog food in this breed's regular diet to help the teeth stay strong and healthy. Do not over-pamper or overprotect these little dogs, for some become unstable, and some may become jealous of visitors. They have a life expectancy of 15-18 years.