1 Pour the curds and whey into the lined colander. 2  Rinse them gently with cool water, and sprinkle the curds with salt. 3  Tie up the cheesecloth, and press it a bit with your hands to remove excess whey. 4  Let the cheesecloth hang for 1 to 2 hours, then open it up and chop it coarsely.
How to Determine How Big a Maltese Puppy Will Get. It isn't hard to figure out how big your Maltese puppy will grow. The breed standard for this small white dog limits weight to just 7 pounds at maturity and states that 4 to 6 pounds is preferred. If you don't show your dog, an extra pound or so is acceptable -- but more than that probably indicates obesity and its attendant health risks.
The Maltese has an average lifespan of 12 to 14 years, and females often live longer than males. Trauma, infection and congenital disease are the leading causes of death in Maltese puppies. Cardiovascular disease, congenial disease and cancer are the leading causes of death in adult Maltese dogs. Continue Reading.