Bella Dolce Maltese

08/15/2026

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08/09/2026

08/05/2026

Benefits of Pumpkin
Plain, canned pumpkin is the quickest cure all for loose stool, diarrhea or constipation in dogs. Sometimes when we change our Maltese food too quickly or they get into some human food, it causes intestinal distress and/or diarrhea. By incorporating some plain canned pumpkin with their kibble, your dogs problem should remedy itself overnight!

You can give your Maltese puppy a spoonful of canned pumpkin every day if you choose! The added fiber is not harmful and can benefit their digestion.

Plain, canned pumpkin is the quickest cure all for loose stool, diarrhea or constipation in dogs. Sometimes when we change our Maltese food too quickly or

07/21/2026

Maltese dogs have a higher genetic susceptibility to adverse vaccine reactions compared to larger breeds. They are prone to mild symptoms like lethargy and pain, as well as severe, life-threatening reactions such as anaphylactic shock, facial swelling, vomiting, and breathing difficulties.
Key Sensitivity RisksSmall Body Size: Toy breeds are more vulnerable to reactions because of their small body weight, meaning the immune load delivered by vaccines is proportionally higher.
Autoimmune Vulnerability: Over-vaccinating this breed can put undue stress on the immune system.
Triggered Allergies: Some vaccines have been linked to an increase in IgE production, which can flare up existing food or skin allergies in susceptible Maltese.
How to Manage and Reduce RiskTo protect your Maltese, veterinarians recommend these safety measures:
Space Out Vaccines: Never administer multiple vaccinations at the same time. Separate core vaccines and give the Rabies vaccine at least two weeks apart from other shots.Avoid Non-Essential Vaccines: Skip unnecessary or "non-core" vaccines (like Leptospirosis) unless your dog's lifestyle and environment put them at severe risk.
Use Titers: Ask your veterinarian about using titer testing—a blood test that measures antibody levels—before automatically boosting shots to prevent over-vaccination.
Pre-Medication: If your dog must be vaccinated, many veterinarians suggest administering a preventative antihistamine or corticosteroid beforehand to block severe allergic reactions.
Monitor Closely: Keep your dog at the clinic or closely observe them for 24 to 48 hours post-injection for any signs of swelling, hives, or vomiting.

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07/15/2026

Dogs in third-world countries are often skinny, but they rarely have psychological problems.
They are social. They are balanced. They understand freedom and boundaries.
Dogs in modern cities are chunky and need a television show to fix them.
Why? Because we remove their instinct and replace it with a human story.
Stop treating your dog like a project or a baby.
Let them connect to their natural way of doing things.

-Cesar Milan

06/25/2026

Ch. Bella Dolce's Hollywood Blonde - "Monroe"
2026
(not for sale)

06/13/2026

Reserved. Little boy blue available July 5

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06/05/2026

"Nicki" is owned and loved by Joan

05/31/2026

Big,Beautiful Baby Girl. Owned & Loved by Kelly.
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Phoenix, Arizona