My name is Basha (more about the origin of the name later) , My breed is pure Maltese. as you can see, I am as cute as a button (I never understood why a button is cute, but will leave this to a different story). I was born on the glorious day of July 26, 2017.
I am also known as Coconut and sometimes Shredded Coconut.
My name originate from the Oriental title ‘Pasha’ which was an honorable title given to high rank officials and dignitaries in old Turkey , and later in Egypt. I certainly act like a Pasha and I am treated as one.
My Breed …
My breed is ancient, it goes back at least a Millennia. It was favored by the Greeks, Romans and ancient Egypt.
The Maltese is a small white dog in the toy group, and is named after the island of Malta in the central Mediterranean Sea.
tiny at under 7 pounds and just 8 to 10 inches in height. The coat is white, a single layer, and able to grow long to floor length. Eyes are dark and the points (nose, lips, paw pads, and eye rims) are black. Life Span …
Maltese breed , given it is a toy breed, considered to have a much better life span than bigger dogs. Average age between 12 to 15 years.
My Family …
I live with the Bardissi family, they seem to be ok, they love me, feed , and play with me.
- Always having your Maltese buckled up in a certified canine car seat when driving him. A booster seat is best, and be sure to connect the inner buckle to your Maltese’s harness, not his collar.
- Not holding him when you are trying to multitask. If you want your Maltese up near you, use a canine carry sling like the i’Pet Hands-free Small Dog Shoulder Sling
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- Teaching children proper handling techniques.
- Having all family members very aware that this is an ‘under the foot’ dog that can easily be accidentally stepped on or tripped over.
- Always keeping your Maltese on leash when outside of the house.