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Healthy Dog Food For Maltese

Tom&Sawyer's human grade, gently-cooked meals can help support your Maltese’s unique nutritional needs. Our culinary-inspired meals are made with 98% or more whole food ingredients, offering complete and balanced nutrition and deliciousness to help fuel their gentle personality and small-breed lifestyle.

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Maltese

Breed profile

Here's What Makes Your Maltese Special

Size & Weight
4 to 7 lbs
Energy Level
Low to Medium
Common Health Risks
Ear Infections / Tear Stains / Picky Eater
Dietary Needs
High quality protein / small portions / easily digestible
Life Expectancy
12 to 15 years

Maltese are delicate, small dogs that may benefit from easily digestible, high-quality food that supports their coat health, reduces ear issues, and satisfies their selective appetites.

The Tom&Sawyer difference

Why Tom&Sawyer gently-cooked dog food is the perfect match for your Maltese

Maltese are small, delicate dogs prone to ear infections, tear staining, and picky eating, all influenced by what goes into their bowl. Here's why that matters for your Maltese.

  1. 01 · Recipes

    Small Dog Approved Taste

    Fresh, real ingredients crafted to satisfy picky small breeds and encourage consistent, healthy eating habits.

  2. 02 · Protein

    Human grade protein

    Real meat in every small bite. The kind of ingredient quality that supports Maltese coat health, digestion, and overall wellbeing.

  3. 03 · Ingredients

    Whole foods. Always.

    Maltese are sensitive and particular. Every ingredient in Tom&Sawyer has a purpose and nothing is there to take up space.

What’s inside the bowl

What's Actually in Your Maltese's Bowl?

  • 01

    Human grade Ingredients

    Human grade meat and whole food ingredients with real, recognizable ingredients that even the most particular Maltese will actually eat.

  • 02

    Gently Cooked, Nutrient Rich

    We gently cook each ingredient to preserve nutrients supporting sensitive digestion and consistent small-breed nutrition daily.

  • 03

    Benefits You Can See

    Fewer ear issues, less tear staining, a coat that reflects what they're eating. Some Maltese owners may notice changes within weeks.

  • 04

    98%+ Whole Food Ingredients

    Real, whole food ingredients support complete, balanced nutrition your dog can enjoy every day.

Your Maltese deserves fresh, healthy food

Maltese are active, sensitive dogs with serious nutritional needs. Tom&Sawyer's human grade, gently-cooked meals are built for them.

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Health & nutrition

Maltese Health Risks and How Food Can Help

Knowing your Maltese's vulnerabilities helps you make smarter feeding decisions.

Tom&Sawyer meals were crafted by a team of collaborative experts including animal nutritionists, vets, and culinary-trained chefs. Why? Because to us, the taste of the food is almost as important as the nutrients your dog gets, which will be 0 if they don’t want to eat it. If you’ve ever seen your pup salivating over your plate of Spaghetti Bolognese, just wait until they try our Italian Beef Pasta Dinner!

  • Ear Infections

    Ear infections are one of the most common health issues in Maltese, frequently linked to food sensitivities and allergens driving chronic inflammation.

  • Tear Stains

    Tear staining in Maltese is often worsened by food or environmental allergens contributing to excess tear production.

  • Picky Eater

    Maltese are highly selective eaters, making real, palatable ingredients essential for consistent mealtimes.

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Your Maltese Deserves Fresh, Healthy Dog Food. Try Tom&Sawyer

Maltese are delicate dogs with selective appetites and known sensitivities. Tom&Sawyer's human grade, gently-cooked meals are made with their needs in mind.

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Why we’re better

  • Tom&Sawyer: Human grade through and through.
  • Tom&Sawyer: Real cuts of meat & whole food ingredients.
  • Tom&Sawyer: Culinary-inspired, complete & balanced recipes.
  • Tom&Sawyer: Developed by animal nutrition, veterinary & culinary experts.
  • Tom&Sawyer: Co-founded the Fresh Pet Food Alliance.

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Healthy Dog Food for Maltese That They love

Human grade, gently-cooked, and easy to digest. Fresh food that supports your Maltese coat, health, and happiness every day.

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*Ingredients and manufacturing facility meet human food standards.

“I might be crazy but his eyes don't have any goop. His poops are smaller and less frequent. He seems satisfied after eating his food.”

Amy

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“Our 15 yr old chihuahua lost interest in eating. We took her to the vet, but her health was fine. We then tried Tom&Sawyer and she does her happy dance whenever it's meal time. She has a lot more energy and is definitely thriving.”

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Common Questions About Fresh Dog Food for Maltese

What protein sources are best for Maltese?

Suitable protein options for Maltese may include high-quality, named animal proteins, chicken, beef, turkey, or fish. For Maltese prone to ear infections, a single-protein or limited ingredient recipe can help identify and avoid triggers. Tom&Sawyer uses human grade meat in every recipe, with no byproducts or mystery proteins.

What is human grade dog food and why does it matter for Maltese?

Human grade dog food means every ingredient meets the same safety and quality standards as food made for people. For Maltese, this matters because it avoids the low-quality byproducts and fillers found in most commercial pet food. Tom&Sawyer prepares all meals in a human grade kitchen in Canada, regulated to AAFCO standards.

How much should I feed my Maltese per day?

Maltese feeding amounts depend on their weight, age, and activity level. As a general guide, most Maltese do well with two meals per day, morning and evening. Use the Tom&Sawyer Feeding Calculator to get a portion size tailored specifically to your dog.

Are Tom&Sawyer meals suitable for Maltese puppies?

Tom&Sawyer dog meals are formulated for adult maintenance. If you have a Maltese puppy, speak with your veterinarian about their growth-stage nutrition needs, especially because small breed puppies may have different feeding needs than adult dogs. In Canada, Puppy Booster may be available for some puppies, but it is not available in the U.S. and should be used only when appropriate for your dog.

What ingredients should I look for in dog food for my Maltese?

For Maltese, prioritize recipes with a named animal protein as the first ingredient, such as chicken, beef, or turkey. Helpful features can include whole vegetables, healthy fats like omega-3 fatty acids, and no artificial preservatives or fillers. Given that Maltese can be prone to ear infections, easily digestible proteins and minimal ingredient lists are especially important.

Is gently-cooked dog food good for Maltese?

Yes, gently-cooked dog food can be a suitable choice for Maltese. Cooking at low heat preserves the natural vitamins and minerals found in fresh ingredients, which are often destroyed in high-heat kibble manufacturing. Maltese with ear infections may especially benefit from the improved digestibility of gently-cooked meals.

How often should I feed my Maltese?

Adult Maltese are commonly fed two meals per day, one in the morning and one in the evening. Maltese puppies are often fed three to four smaller meals per day. Consistent feeding times may help regulate digestion and energy levels, which may be helpful for Maltese prone to tear stains.

Most pet foods…

  • Other brands: Not human grade.
  • Other brands: No real cuts of meat or whole food ingredients.
  • Other brands: Generic recipes with no culinary inspiration.
  • Other brands: Not developed by nutrition and culinary experts.
  • Other brands: Minimal industry accountability or standards.

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