A Maltese Found the Cat's Treat Bag and Froze Right on the Spot
Little brown treats lie scattered across the wooden floor in a wide fan, and a ripped paper bag leans open beside a small white Maltese. The dog sits very still, long silky ears framing the face, dark eyes round and startled, a tiny black nose glistening. A pair of slippers and a dark cloth sit on the floor nearby, and a basket of laundry waits by the window. It is the stillness of someone who has just heard a footstep.
Cat food and treats are made for cats, with a lot of protein and fat, and they can be too rich for a small dog. A few won't usually hurt, but a big pile may upset a Maltese's tummy, so it pays to keep cat supplies in a closed cabinet or on a high shelf. Maltese are small, affectionate companions, and their size means a big snack counts for a lot. Watch for vomiting or a loose stool after a food raid, and call your vet if your dog seems unwell. Treats for dogs, offered at set times, can help satisfy a curious nose in a safer way.
Somewhere, an unimpressed cat is waiting for dinner and finding the bag a little light. The Maltese sits in the middle of the treat spill like a tiny white statue, hoping that if no one moves, the whole thing will be forgotten by suppertime.
