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A Tiny Maltese Climbed the Counter and Took a Bite of the Bread

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High on the kitchen counter sits a small white Maltese, wide-eyed and frozen next to a loaf of bread that has been nibbled on one end. Crumbs are scattered across the surface, and a cloth and a mug rest nearby. Her fur is silky and bright, her ears fall in soft curtains, and her black nose and dark eyes stand out like buttons. She looks as if she cannot quite believe how she got up there.

Maltese dogs are tiny, affectionate companions with long, silky white coats. Despite their size, they are bold and playful, and they can find ways to reach places they should not. Bread is not toxic in a small amount, but it is not a great snack, and raw dough can be dangerous because it rises in the stomach. Call your vet if she ate dough. Small dogs can get hurt from jumping down from heights, so it is a good idea to keep counters clear of anything tempting and to use stairs or a ramp for furniture. Regular grooming keeps that white coat tidy and mat free.

She seems to have surprised even herself, and her wide eyes ask for help getting down. The loaf may be saved with a trim, and the counter will need a wipe. She is small, but her sense of adventure is very big.

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