Boots will prevent snow from becoming lodged between toes and also help prevent cuts from ice or crusty snow. It doesn't take long for cars to lose heat and become fiigid. Even a few minutes in a feeezing car can cause hypothermia which can cause permanent damage or even death. Frostbite and Hypothermia Cold exposure or hypothermia is most likely to affect your Maltese if it were to lose body temperature quickly. Especially susceptible are puppies and small breeds such as a Maltese.
Frostbite can occur without suffering serious hypothermia.
Areas most prone to frostbite are the tail, tips of the ears, and the footpads. A hair dryer may be directed toward your Malese for passive warming. The extent of the damage may not be obvious for several days. Add a fatty acid supplement Cold weather dries out the air in your,home which dries out your skin and hair as well as your Maltese. Supplements help keep your dogs skin well lubricated to control dander and itching and nourish hair follicles to prevent the coat becoming dry and brittle.