How To Choose Maltese Puppies
A Maltese is a small breed dog with an average lifespan of 15 to 20 years and requires the appropriate care to ensure a healthy, well balanced pet. Choosing Maltese puppies is no simple task and many people make the mistake of being caught up in the excitement of the buying process and fail to research the breeder. Prevent ending up with a pet that is fraught with health issues and behavioral problems because it is not obtained from a reputable seller.
Once you have made the choice to buy a Maltese, the next step is to look for breeders who are reputable and reliable in the industry. A certification number may be offered with association with a kennel club that includes meeting with high standards of breeding and healthy maintenance measures. Puppies can prove costly, but this is related to the time and finances associated with vet assessments, socialization practices, genetic measures, and vaccinations.
A large number of buyers that are interested in pups may be overwhelmed by the excitement of the puppy and fail to consider healthy breeding practices. When buying from a seller you have not researched, it could lead to selecting pups that are not properly formed, have not been purely bred, and may display health issues at a later stage. One must put precautionary measures in place where a deposit may not be refunded and ongoing payments requested.
It is important to detect a healthy puppy and to ensure that a healthy breeding pair is selected before making a final decision. Pups that are balanced and bred according to healthy standards will display a soft, plush coat, moist nose, and a natural curiosity without fear. For internet purchases, ask the breeder for updated pictures of puppies and ensure that both the litters, sire and dam are viewed.
Precautionary measures must be implemented where a seller is requesting more than one deposit and does not offer a guarantee or a refund. There is the possibility that you may not hear from the seller again once you have made the requested deposit. Do not purchase a Maltese puppy from a pet shop or individuals that may run puppy mills and disguise themselves and reputable breeders.
A contract and a health guarantee must be provided to ensure that well bred pups are purchased and have received the appropriate vaccinations. Genetic testing must be indicated to ensure that the Maltese and breeding pair meet with breed standards. A reputable breeder will not release its litters before at least 10 to 12 weeks of age and precaution must be implemented when a seller offers pups as young as 6 weeks.
Understand how to determine genetic abnormalities and ask the breeder as many questions as possible to determine the extent of their knowledge. The breeder should be able to provide guidelines on the care of puppies including sterilization at the appropriate age. Many reputable sellers have a waiting list that a buyer will be placed on and notified when litters become available.
Identification of hereditary conditions and the completion of genetic tests can aid in assessing overall knowledge. A breeder can deliver healthy pets and proof of certification. A reliable seller can advise on healthy and the appropriate canine companions.
Once you have made the choice to buy a Maltese, the next step is to look for breeders who are reputable and reliable in the industry. A certification number may be offered with association with a kennel club that includes meeting with high standards of breeding and healthy maintenance measures. Puppies can prove costly, but this is related to the time and finances associated with vet assessments, socialization practices, genetic measures, and vaccinations.
A large number of buyers that are interested in pups may be overwhelmed by the excitement of the puppy and fail to consider healthy breeding practices. When buying from a seller you have not researched, it could lead to selecting pups that are not properly formed, have not been purely bred, and may display health issues at a later stage. One must put precautionary measures in place where a deposit may not be refunded and ongoing payments requested.
It is important to detect a healthy puppy and to ensure that a healthy breeding pair is selected before making a final decision. Pups that are balanced and bred according to healthy standards will display a soft, plush coat, moist nose, and a natural curiosity without fear. For internet purchases, ask the breeder for updated pictures of puppies and ensure that both the litters, sire and dam are viewed.
Precautionary measures must be implemented where a seller is requesting more than one deposit and does not offer a guarantee or a refund. There is the possibility that you may not hear from the seller again once you have made the requested deposit. Do not purchase a Maltese puppy from a pet shop or individuals that may run puppy mills and disguise themselves and reputable breeders.
A contract and a health guarantee must be provided to ensure that well bred pups are purchased and have received the appropriate vaccinations. Genetic testing must be indicated to ensure that the Maltese and breeding pair meet with breed standards. A reputable breeder will not release its litters before at least 10 to 12 weeks of age and precaution must be implemented when a seller offers pups as young as 6 weeks.
Understand how to determine genetic abnormalities and ask the breeder as many questions as possible to determine the extent of their knowledge. The breeder should be able to provide guidelines on the care of puppies including sterilization at the appropriate age. Many reputable sellers have a waiting list that a buyer will be placed on and notified when litters become available.
Identification of hereditary conditions and the completion of genetic tests can aid in assessing overall knowledge. A breeder can deliver healthy pets and proof of certification. A reliable seller can advise on healthy and the appropriate canine companions.
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