Appearance of the Mi-kitese
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| The exact appearance of the Mi-kitese is unknown, as this will be determined by the dominant parental breed. However, we can expect him to be a beautiful blend of his parent breeds. The Maltese was used to create the Mi-ki dog, so it's likely that he'll carry many of the same traits. He'll probably have long, silky hair. However, he may inherit a short, smooth coat close to the body. If Mi-kitese inherit a short, smooth coat, expect him to have bangs around the ears. Color depends, once again, on the dominant parental breed. The Mi-ki dog is usually a mixture of colors, rarely a solid color. For this reason, your Mi-kitese may be black and white, gray with dark markings, and it may also have tan or brown markings. |
Temperament of the Mi-kitese
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| The Mi-kitese will be a gentle, good-natured dog. Be prepared for him to be rather entertaining too. He's good with children, especially with early socialization. Be sure to supervise him with young children. He'll be a very small dog, and any roughhousing, while he may enjoy it, can actually hurt him. The Mi-ki has a reputation for being very calm, and Mi-kitese will probably be too. however, the parent breed Maltese is curious and playful, so you can count on the Mi-kitese to be curious and active too. He'll enjoy playtime with you, but he'll also be an excellent cuddly companion. The Mi-ki is renowned for being easily trainable, while the Maltese is generally more stubborn when it comes to cleanliness. It's likely that the Mi-kitese will be easier to train than its parent breed, the Maltese, due to the influence of the Mi-ki dog. Overall, you can expect the Mi-kitese to be a gentle, playful addition to your family. |
Needs and activities of the Mi-kitese
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| The Mi-kitese is not a high-energy dog, but it will need enough exercise to maintain a healthy weight. He'll need at least one long walk a day to satisfy his activity requirements, but you can also divide his activity into two or more short, brisk walks. He'll enjoy active play with toys designed to stimulate his mind, but he also needs this walk time. He's not prone to destruction when he's not working off his energy, but it can make him unhappy. He likes to be free to run and play. He'll be happy in an apartment as long as he gets enough exercise. However, if you have enough space outdoors, he loves to run and play. |
Maintenance of the Mi-kitese
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| The Mi-kitese will require much the same care as its parent breed, the Maltese, depending on the type of coat it inherits. If he inherits a short, smooth coat, he'll need weekly brushing and bathing only when necessary. If he inherits the Maltese's long, silky coat, he'll need daily brushing to avoid matting. However, some owners choose to cut the coat close to the body to meet grooming needs. If this is the case, he will only need weekly brushing and baths if necessary. The Maltese is known for its sensitive skin, so choose an all-natural shampoo - a dry shampoo is an excellent alternative - for its soft skin. Brush your Mi-kitese's teeth two or three times a week to prevent tartar build-up and bad breath. Maltese can have dental problems, so you can brush your Mi-kitese's teeth daily to prevent tooth decay. Trim your dog's nails every two weeks, unless they wear naturally. As a general rule, if you hear your dog's nails clicking on the tile floor, it's time to trim them. |
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