1. Give the dog high quality food. The Maltese has a small stomach, so choose a premium food that is high quality. Take your vet's recommendation and also look for a food that has a named meat listed as the main ingredient.
- There are millions of brands of dog food, but there are some just made for the Maltese. Test a few, and whichever the dog seems more comfortable with, use it.
2. Feed your dog on a regular schedule to help with finicky eating. Make sure to feed your Maltese in its own feeding area. The Maltese can be prone to being a fussy eater. To avoid this, decide on set meal times, measure out the set amount, put the bowl on the floor in the same spot every time, and leave the room. Without you there, the Maltese is more likely to settle down and eat.
- At the end of 10 - 15 minutes return to the room. Praise the dog if it finished all its food. If the dog left food, ignore the pup (so it gets no reward), pick up the uneaten food and throw it away. Make sure the dog doesn't get anything else until the next meal, so as to sharpen up its appetite.
3. Make sure your dog is not eating too much. It may be that you are giving the dog too much food at meal time or that you are giving too many treats. Consult with your vet if your Maltese is putting on too much weight.[7] He or she may have a suggestions for helping the dog lose weight.
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