Obedienceintermediate
How to Train a Maltese to Come When Called
Training a Maltese to master "A reliable recall is the most important safety skill you can teach" works best when you account for the breed's temperament. With a trainability of 3/5 and an energy level of 2/5, the Maltese responds well to short, consistent, reward-based sessions. Keep the breed's common challenges — barking, separation anxiety, housetraining difficulty — in mind as you work through this intermediate skill.
A full step-by-step guide for the Maltese is being written. In the meantime, explore related guides below or start with the breed overview on the right.