Maltese Care Guide
Complete care guide covering grooming, exercise, nutrition, environment, and preventive healthcare for Maltese.
Daily Care Requirements
| Exercise Needs | Low |
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| Grooming Frequency | Very High |
| Annual Exam Focus | TPR (Temperature, Pulse, Respiration); Pain assessment; Nutritional assessment (body weight, BCS/MCS); Dental check-up; Osteoarthritis/mobility evaluation; Heartworm test; Tick-borne infection test; Fecal examination |
Nutrition & Weight Management
| Obesity Risk | Moderate |
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| Ideal Body Condition | 5 |
Size & Physical Characteristics
| Adult Weight | 3–4 kg |
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| Adult Height | 20–25 cm |
| Lifespan | 12–15 years |