Cole the Maltese Puppy's sister, Tiva the Maltese Puppy (adopted) can also be seen on our website.
Cole the Maltese Puppy's brother, Reese the Maltese Puppy (adopted) can also be seen on our website.
Cole the Maltese Puppy's brother, Cruz the Maltese Puppy (adopted) can also be seen on our website.

Description:
Foster Update:  Cole is a Maltese and Wired Hair Terrier mix.  He has a red nose and has greenish-golden color eyes and weighs 4 lbs. 11 oz.  He is a really sweet, playful and lovable little dog.  He loves playing with his littermates in their room or in the yard.  He also loves to be held and loved over.  It’s amazing how fast these little dogs can run and play on their short legs.  He is fed Pedigree canned dog food in the AM and dry food in the PM.  Treats include Soft Milkbones, soft chew sticks and Pup-Peperiones several times a day.  He sleeps in a crate at night with his littermates and is taken outside first thing in the AM and every couple of hours during day for elimination purposes.  Housetraining a puppy is always a continuing job.  Cole is a great little dog and will be a great friend for you.

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 named Issa enough to commission a portrait of her 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.