Yes, Maltese are prone to many joint problems as they age. Mine is only 4 and she already has bad joints, but there are medications that your vet can give you to help. If it gets really bad they could need surgery.
Not likely however people that have arthritis are more likely to suffer from the effect of RSI. The cause for arthritis of nearly any form is not known.
This sort of thing is more likely to be the result of some sort of inflammation putting pressure on nerves. if there is arthritis involved it is more likely rheumatoid arthritis.
Osteoarthritis is generally referred to as non inflammatory or wear and tear arthritis. as this type of arthritis is more likely to be the result of trauma and the test of time.
Pain killers or surgery.
No However carpel tunnel syndrome is more likely for those that suffer from an inflammatory arthritis like Rheumatoid arthritis.
What are Maltese used for? Maltese Dogs are tiny (7 pounds or under) companion dogs.
maltese dogs and puppys sleep
dogs
If they are born there (or are naturalized citizens) they are Maltese.
maltese
i do not now
They were bred to be lap dogs
Yes
Yes. Dogs can get arthritis as well, and it can make movement painful and difficult for elderly dogs.
Small dogs/toy breeds such as a Yorkie and Maltese
yes some do
they are all breads of dogs