What specific health risk, related to low sugar levels, is a concern for very young or skipping-meals Maltipoms?
Answer
Hypoglycemia
A risk associated with their small stature, hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) can affect very young puppies or any Maltipom that misses a regular meal.
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