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A small white Maltese lies in a dug-up garden bed with roots and a toppled flowerpot, wide-eyed. 14 / 38

A Little White Maltese Has Replanted the Flower Bed Herself

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The little Maltese lies down right in the middle of the dug-up flower bed, her paws on the soil and her dark button eyes wide. Her fluffy white coat has specks of dirt on it, and seedlings with their roots pulled up lie around her like tiny fallen trees.

Behind her, a terracotta flowerpot has toppled on its side, a wooden fence stretches across the yard, and a few green plants and a watering can fill the background. The soft evening light makes the scene look almost golden. Her little paws are dark with soil up to the wrists, and her topknot has drooped a bit from all the work.

Maltese are small, gentle dogs known for their long, silky white coats. They are playful, affectionate, and usually enjoy being near their people. Many small dogs enjoy digging, and a freshly turned flower bed is an irresistible spot. Keep garden products such as fertilizers, bulbs, and certain mulches out of reach, since some are harmful to dogs. A white coat shows dirt quickly, so a gentle brushing and a bath when needed keep it clean. If your dog likes to dig, a special digging patch in the yard can save your flowers, and your vet can help if she eats plants or soil.

The Maltese looks small and innocent amid the turned earth. The garden may have a few gaps, but she has definitely brightened it.

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