The Maltese is a small dog with a similar behavior of other dogs of their size. It’s usually very excitable and it likes to bark, reason why the dog will react quickly to everyday stimulation. It’ not infrequent to observe a Maltese dog barking and running because the door bell suddenly rang, or when they feel odd noises coming from outside. It could be a problem when you like to be quiet and in silence, but for the rest who sometimes have hearing problems, it can be helpful.
Maltese dog is not a home-wrecker sort of dog. The destructive behavior of this breed is relatively low, and also they are not aggressive dogs, but perhaps they are a little impatient when around children. They answer really well to the obedience-training, not being too much dominant with their owner.
Finally, when it comes to the special features of this dog, we can say they truly are a wonderful breed, extremely loving and affectionate, features that will make you enjoy their company all the time.
My Maltese male was bitten by a mixed breed labradore enough to draw blood. We were there. Now my Maltese goes after largher dogs and barks and is aggressive. I have another Maltese who is 8 years. She has never been a problem. He barks and chases dogs and she does too. Tobey who has just turned 2 years. He wasn’t aggressive until the bite came. Can you help me. I have a dog park in the area and was wondering if I took him there to introduce him to big dogs, would that help.