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What breed is my dog?

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Question

Our dog Bella
Hello!
A few months ago we bought a dog and were told that it's breed was Maltese, however, she doesn't have the same characteristics as a Maltese Dog. We're trying to figure out what her breed is. I've attached an image of our dog. Hope you can help with that! We've also been having problems with potty training and she sometimes gets too hyper and aggressive. Shes becoming a very dominant dog and we can't figure out how to change that. We've tried many methods of training but nothing seems to work!

Thank you for your time!
Nadine

Answer
Hi Nadine

There is a slim chance it could have Maltese mixed in it, but if I had to guess I would say American Eskimo or Spitz is mixed in there.

The breed mix would explain the dominant behavior.  Start with crate training.  She shouldn't mess where she lives.  And the moment she steps a paw out of line, into the crate she goes.  Do not let her on the furniture or in the bed until her behavior turns around.

Good luck