Thursday, July 9, 2015

Tips On Choosing Healthy Maltese Puppies

By Olive Pate


A Maltese is a small breed of dog that includes an average lifespan of 20 years and requires a balanced approach to care to ensure that the healthiest puppies are raised. Before selecting Maltese puppies, it is important to implement a fair amount of research for the best possible selection. One should not purchase a pup that is fraught with health problems and behavioral issues and can protect against such matters with an investigation into the breed.

When you are ready to buy a Maltese puppy, it is important to contact breeders with reputability and registration. This includes a licensing number and registration with a kennel club that includes adherence to ethical breeding practices and an investment into the maintenance of the breed standard. The pups are expensive because of the time and money invested in veterinary examinations, genetic testing, socialization, and similar health measures.

There are many unsuspecting buyers who are scammed by sellers looking to profit from breeding practices rather than maintain healthy standards. Purchasing from such breeders often includes poorly socialized puppies, numerous health problems as the pet grows older and exorbitant pricing that you are paying fro a dog that is not purely bred. Exercise precaution when a breeder asks for a deposit binding you to an agreement and without the option of a full refund.

One must determine how to recognize healthy pups and breeding pairs to ensure that the correct purchase choice is made. Pups that are healthy and properly bred will prove naturally curious with moist noses, soft coats, and will be free from parasites. If you are buying from an online breeder, request that new pictures of parents and litters be forwarded to prevent falling victim to a scam.

Exercise precaution where breeders require multiple deposits on pups without a guarantee or refund stipulated in a contract. Purchasing unhealthy pets or paying a deposit only to never see the pup and your money can make for a frustrating and truly unpleasant experience. Do not support pet shops or puppies that are suspected of being sourced from a puppy mill.

A seller should offer a contract that will list the terms and conditions associated with the purchase of pups including a basic veterinary assessment. The performance of genetic tests can identify the Maltese and adhere to particular breeding standards that will protect against ill health. Puppies must prove between 10 and 12 weeks of age and not 6 weeks when leaving the seller to its new home.

Genetic disorders must be examined and one must ask a reputable breeder a number of questions to ensure that the breeder is knowledgeable of these canines. A seller must offer structured guidelines that will provide a detailed breakdown on the care of puppies with focus on sterilization practices at the correct age. A large number of reputable sellers will require that a buyer remain on a waiting list for a litter.

An assessment of genetic conditions and tests will aid in buying healthy puppies. The breeder can advise on measures and certification that must be completed. Reputable breeders are available to advise on the selection of compatible pups.




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