How to tame your new Maltese puppy
Maltese puppy: The Maltese puppy is known for their intelligent, playful personality. They are extremely curious and respond best to consistent, positive training. The best way to tame your new puppy is to train the puppy to have good manners right from the start. Remember to always treat the new addition to your family like you would like the dog to behave in the future. Even though they are cute and little, excessive carrying and coddling will lead to a spoiled, insecure Maltese that is unhappy and emotionally unhealthy.
The first step before you bring your new Maltese puppy home is to create a space for your new family member. Define the sleeping areas, feeding areas, and playing areas for your new friend. Then bring the puppy home when you know you will have 2-3 days to dedicate to introducing the Maltese puppy to your home and your rules.
Start the day early with a nice calm breakfast followed up a play session outside. As soon as the puppy goes potty, award the puppy with a tiny nibble of food (cooked chicken works best) from your fingers. Then it is naptime. Kennels work great for the first few days. When the puppy wakes up, immediately take the young dog back outside to go potty and reward with a treat. Continue this pattern throughout the first few days, so that the puppy experiences a lot of happy encounters in his new family. Teach your puppy that tame, friendly behavior brings kind words and yummy treats.
The next step is to take the Maltese puppy out for socialization. Call all your friends and plan some play dates. The most important lesson is to teach your puppy that people are nice and friendly. Your Maltese needs to learn that people are friendly and a great source of affection. During these play dates, allow your new Maltese puppy to experience all different types of people, animals, and environments. Take your puppy for walks on concrete, in the grass, and on the beach. Volunteer in nursing homes and use that opportunity to socialize your puppy with elderly folks, walkers, and wheelchairs.
The secret to a tame Maltese puppy is an emotionally, balanced happy dog that has seen a lot of different people, environments, and experiences. They are protected from mean teasing and reprimanded in a kind gentle way. Positive reinforcement works best and staying consistent with rules is a necessity. When you follow these steps, you will be rewarded with a tame, loving Maltese that will be your friend for live. You will receive endless love and kisses and never have a boring moment again..