The Maltese dog (detailed introduction) is a beautiful long-haired breed, elegant and noble in temperament, with a cheerful and happy personality. Quite clingy, it is a great companion dog. The most attractive feature of the Maltese dog is its gorgeous long coat, which can be styled into various adorable hairstyles. Its entire body is snow white, looking clean and pure. Does the Maltese dog shed? Reasons for Maltese dog shedding

Does the Maltese Dog Shed?

Although the Maltese dog is a long-haired breed, it actually sheds very little. Sometimes when brushing its long hair, there might be breakage from the middle of the hair, but normally it does not shed much. Some people report that their Maltese dog sheds; we have summarized reasons for Maltese shedding so that you can judge according to your own dog’s situation.

Does the Maltese Dog Shed?

Maltese dog shedding may be caused by skin diseases such as eczema, mites, dermatitis, etc. The dog will scratch or bite the affected area with teeth or paws due to itching, causing hair loss. Owners need to identify the cause of shedding and take appropriate measures. If inexperienced, timely seek help from a pet doctor.

Maltese dog shedding may also be caused by lack of sunlight or deficiency of vitamin D and vitamin E in the dog's body. Owners should take the dog out more to enjoy sunlight and exercise.

Does the Maltese Dog Shed?

Also, some owners may not pay attention and use human shampoo to bathe their dog. The pH of a dog’s skin is different from that of humans, and using human shampoo can lead to dry hair, dandruff, shedding, and even skin diseases in severe cases.

The above explains whether the Maltese dog sheds. These issues can usually be avoided with a little daily care. If you want the Maltese dog's coat to be fuller and shinier, you can feed it some lecithin or cooked egg yolk.