Funny thing is that I purchased my teacup Maltese from a friend's husband (he was a dog groomer and was looking to sell her for someone). When I got the papers, I learned she was from Tracy's K&J Kennels. Having known she was from Missouri, I thought she might be a puppy mill dog but wasn't sure.
My dog is soon to be 13 years old, and except for two health issues after age 10, she has hardly ever been to the vet. Groomers, yes; vet, no. One vet early on said that she had a slight luxatting patella (very common) but it has never developed into a health problem. Dental issues are commonly seen in small dogs and she had some teeth extracted (again, she was 10-11 when this was done).
Recently, my pooch was treated for elevated liver enzymes (takes a holistic pill each day to boost her liver function). Overall, she has never really been sick; she is wonderfully affectionate, sweet temperament, and gets along well with every person and dogs in the past 12 1/2 years. She does not have a mean bone in her body; she is laidback, not confrontational like my other dog. She is immediately loved and adored by anyone who meets her. She is a very happy dog, but is definitely a finicky eater (what dog doesn't like treats???). I call her a food snob, lol. Seriously, my Maltese from Tracy's K&J Kennels is the most loyal, cute and fabulous dog ever at barely 4-5 lbs! I am very happy and blessed to have her in my life. She still has a lot of life left in her. read more