{"id":18046,"date":"2023-02-22T20:25:00","date_gmt":"2023-02-22T20:25:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/puppiesclub.com\/?p=18046"},"modified":"2023-02-24T09:00:11","modified_gmt":"2023-02-24T09:00:11","slug":"maltese-shedding","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/puppiesclub.com\/maltese-shedding\/","title":{"rendered":"Maltese Shedding: How Much Does a Maltese Shed?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Maltese are a very popular breed in the United States, but they\u2019re also popular in many other countries worldwide. Most of them are mixed breed dogs, and they can come in various colors, sizes, and shapes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They are relatively small, white, fluffy, muscular dogs, and they usually have light-colored noses and dark-colored eyes. This dog breed is fairly new to the dog world and is fairly small for a dog of its size, with a relatively long body and very short legs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Knowing More About the Maltese<\/h2>\n\n\n

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Maltese are an adorable breed often mistaken for a toy dog. Their physical traits are endearing, but their intelligence levels are even more remarkable. They are extremely intelligent but stubborn, opinionated, and moody, especially if they are overbred.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But did you know that the Maltese is the dog breed with the longest lifespan? It\u2019s true! Not only is this breed the longest living dog, but the Maltese have the lowest rate of cancer, the longest attention span of any dog, and the least likelihood of being obese. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here\u2019s the important part–the Maltese are considered to be hypoallergenic by the majority of people. Most people who are allergic to dogs are allergic to specific proteins in their saliva. They are not allergic to dogs themselves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Maltese has long been one of our favorite breeds. They\u2019re not only the perfect lap dog but are also very intelligent and playful. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While most Maltese are skilled with people, they are also very loyal to their families and great guard dogs. However, one of the dog problems you should worry about this breed of dog is shedding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do Maltese Shed?<\/h2>\n\n\n

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Maltese are small dogs that are commonly considered one of the most popular breeds in the United States. The dogs are quite popular, especially among women, and many people attribute this popularity to their small size, lovable nature, and affectionate nature. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These dogs are also quite popular both in the United States and abroad. What is often left out of these discussions, however, is their shedding abilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How much does a Maltese shed?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It depends on the length of the hair. Maltese grow hair in their ears, so these animals need to be groomed regularly. The average Maltese sheds about once every six months, so it\u2019s best to start grooming your Maltese when they are a year old.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Pattern: Four Stages of Shedding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The hair on a dog\u2019s body is called \u201cfur.\u201d It is a good insulator and helps them retain heat in cold climates. Fur also acts as a natural shock absorber, protecting the skin from the pressure of the body. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In human skin, hair follicles create fur to protect us from the same conditions. For most dogs, some stages explain the growth and shedding of their fur. These are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Anagen stage – In the early stages of hair growth, the hair is called \u201canagen.\u201d This is a stage of hair growth in which the hair grows from the root and then begins to grow and shed. Anagen begins at around two months old in dogs and cats, and among human females, it starts around puberty.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. The Catagen stage – is the phase in which the cells in the hair follicles turn over. This is a wide range of biochemical changes which ultimately result in the growth and shedding of the hair.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. The telogen stage is sometimes described as the \u201cresting\u201d phase, a phase of an animal\u2019s life in which the body transitions to a resting phase. This is when your hair looks like it\u2019s looking to be cut. The point is, even though you may think this is a bad stage, it is an important part of your hair or fur\u2019s life cycle. The process of body hair removal starts at the end of the telogen phase.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Exogen stage – begins during the pup\u2019s first few weeks of life and progresses to the late fetal stage, the early neonatal stage, the neonatal stage, the postnatal stage, and into the exogen stage. During this period, the dog grows rapidly, gaining about an inch in length each day. The skin, hair, and hair follicles rapidly increase in size, and the dog is shedding hair rapidly. Exogen is the dog\u2019s growing stage between the late fetal stage and the postnatal stage.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    When your dog grows more hair or has a sudden growth spurt, you can ensure that his new hair is growing from a root. It is a normal process, and you can expect to see a change in your dog\u2019s coat soon. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    A dog\u2019s fur grows from a thin layer of skin just behind the eyes and on the feet and ears, called a \u201clanugo.\u201d It is a thin covering of hair that helps dogs keep warm. The lanugo sheds as your dog gets older, and this is normal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    What are the reasons that my Maltese is shedding?<\/h2>\n\n\n

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    You might think that your Maltese is shedding because they are getting older, but this is not necessarily the case. Their coats can get dull because their skin is becoming thinner. This is also why the hair on their backs begins to grow thicker.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Maltese dogs are known for their gorgeous coats. They have a double coat, which is comprised of a topcoat and a soft undercoat. The topcoat is a shiny, smooth, and dense coat that protects the dog from the harsh winter weather. On the other hand, the undercoat is thicker, shorter, and denser than the topcoat, and it shed parts of the coat as the dog ages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Here are the reasons why your dog is shedding:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Too much bath – People who bathe their Maltese too often do something detrimental to their pampered pet. If you bathe your Maltese too often, you are damaging its skin. The longer and more often you bathe him, the more damage you cause.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Newly groomed – The Maltese is one of those breeds that does not need to be groomed as often as other breeds. They are one of those breeds whose coats shed easily. This is one of the reasons why the Maltese are shedding as much as it is.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Stress – Maltese dogs are also prone to anxiety and stress, which can and does negatively affect their health. A dog will get stressed when it is in a new environment or learning something new. This can lead to shedding.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Allergies – A common misconception of the Maltese is that they are hypoallergenic. Allergic reactions to dogs can be a year-round problem, and a common skin disorder is an allergy to the dander of the Maltese. The irritation is referred to as a pet dander reaction or a pet dander allergy, and it is a reaction that can cause the skin to become red and itchy \u2013 causing them to shed. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Health problems – Maltese dogs are not popular dogs in the United States. This is partially due to their small size and soft coat. Another reason is their health problems. One problem that Maltese dogs have is that they are prone to get skin infections. This is because the dogs scratch and bite themselves all the time. When they do this, they pull and rip the skin and hair off to get infected, getting messy and unhealthy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Food – Food is one of the reasons why the Maltese dogs are so much in love with shedding. It can be a real problem when you have these pets in your home. Food is the cause of most of the problems Maltese are facing today. There are many ways of dealing with it. You can buy special diets for these animals. You can make the meals yourself and freeze them. You can buy special oils and creams, but the truth is that the Maltese dog\u2019s problem is caused by genetics, and there is nothing you can do about it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Maltese dogs are among the most popular dog breeds in the U.S. and beyond, and we can\u2019t blame them for being so adorable and sweet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Even though they are considered hypoallergenic dogs, they are prone to shedding, especially in the spring when their coats are growing in. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      What should I do about my dog\u2019s shedding?<\/h2>\n\n\n

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      With that, here are six tips that will help you control your dog\u2019s shedding problems from getting worse:<\/p>\n\n\n\n