The search begins

[Jes]

:dreaming: I'm not going to be able to adopt Mickie, but I have been given the go a head to start looking for a Maltese. I know I need to be really REALLY careful about where and from who I get my new babie from. So I was wondering if any knows if there is a Maltese breeder in the frozen state of Minnesota. I really want to be able to go and meet the breeder, see the conditions the dog's live in and make sure I'm getting healthy doggie, be it a puppy or a retierery.
Right now I'm just in the look and see what and who is out there. I'd like to wait for warmer weather to start this new adventure. So I thought I'd see what you all think of as for breeders, maybe try to get ahold of a few if there are any and see about getting to know the dams and sires if at all possable.
thank you so much for all you input.
I am learning so very much here, thank you for being here and for all the help given it's great.
Jes

I wish everyone a very merry Christmas.

P.S.:lol2:
I may be the worst speller in the world so your on your own to try and figure out what I was trying to type if it's spelled wrong.:lol2:

[I Found Nemo]

Im so sorry it didn't work it :(
Yes there is a breeder in Minnesota, her babies are beautiful

http://www.dolcemaltese.com/litter.html
I wish the best of luck and I am so glad your taking your time and doing the right thing..
ANDREA:D

[jazzysmom]

Good luck in your search and good for you for doing your research before you buy.

[Morkie4]

Hopefully a few Minnesota members can give you some suggestions! Glad you are taking your time and finding just the right pup for you. One that is healthy and will bring you tons of happiness.

[Miss Melanie]

Good for you! Taking your time and looking carefully will pay off in ways you can't even count right now.

I am sure there are many of us here that could give you a pat on the back, due to what we went though, when we didn't look carefully enough.

Merry Christmas,
Melanie

[I Found Nemo]

Hopefully a few Minnesota members can give you some suggestions! Glad you are taking your time and finding just the right pup for you. One that is healthy and will bring you tons of happiness.

I just gave her a suggestion, maybe u missed it:)

[mia's mom]

I just gave her a suggestion, maybe u missed it:)

Maybe she didn't have her bifocals on.:lol2: :lol2: :lol2: :lol2: :lol2: :lol2: :lol2: sorry it was to good to leave it alone!!!

[Jes]

Andrea
thank you so much i'll check it out. thanks again
Jes

[lilybellesmom]

Jes, good luck on your search. I hope you find your furbaby.

[Love my Leo]

:dreaming: I'm not going to be able to adopt Mickie, but I have been given the go a head to start looking for a Maltese. I know I need to be really REALLY careful about where and from who I get my new babie from. So I was wondering if any knows if there is a Maltese breeder in the frozen state of Minnesota. I really want to be able to go and meet the breeder, see the conditions the dog's live in and make sure I'm getting healthy doggie, be it a puppy or a retierery.
Right now I'm just in the look and see what and who is out there. I'd like to wait for warmer weather to start this new adventure. So I thought I'd see what you all think of as for breeders, maybe try to get ahold of a few if there are any and see about getting to know the dams and sires if at all possable.
thank you so much for all you input.
I am learning so very much here, thank you for being here and for all the help given it's great.
Jes

I wish everyone a very merry Christmas.

P.S.:lol2:
I may be the worst speller in the world so your on your own to try and figure out what I was trying to type if it's spelled wrong.:lol2:

http://www.dolcemaltese.com/index.html
I posted this in your other thread!!
Good Luck,
ANDREA:D


I think in Minnesota the link Andrea provided is probably the best breeder you will find. She posted on here for a little while and seems so nice, not to mention VERY informed.

I almost bought a pup from someone on "the list" which would have been horrible. Leo was bought from a breeder whom I believe to be very concerned about health and is informed as far as breeding programs go but no akc papers. Where in MN are you located?

Cathy:D

[I Found Nemo]

Andrea
thank you so much i'll check it out. thanks again
Jes

Your very welcome!! She has some beautiful babies:hearter:

[Jes]

She does have some very cutie babies, and she is realy close to me. I filled out her questionar so now it's hurry up and wait. I'm hopeing she will let me spend some time with her so i can learn some of the stuff I'll need to know.

[Morkie4]

She does have some very cutie babies, and she is realy close to me. I filled out her questionar so now it's hurry up and wait. I'm hopeing she will let me spend some time with her so i can learn some of the stuff I'll need to know.

Breeders love every one of their babies and are very concerned about the homes they go to so I am sure she will allow you as much time as you need to learn everything you need to know and they are always willing to answer questions. Hope you get your precious baby soon!:)

[MaxJack'sMom]

Jes, good luck with your search. Sorry the adoption didn't work out, but since you are willing to wait and really take your time getting your baby, everything will be ok.

[Jes]

Andrea:thankyou:
Thank you so much for the link to the breeder in my area. I heard back from her yesterday and I gave her my cell phone number so she can call me.
:cheer: I'm SSSSSSSOOOOOOOOOO excited to hear from her. When she emailed me yesterday she said she has a girl ready and waiting. YIPPY!!!!
I'm honestly hoping she'll be willing to help me learn what I need to before I bring home my first baby. I really don't want to bring one home before I know what I need to, I'm afraid I'd screw up.

[Jes]

Maybe she didn't have her bifocals on.:lol2: :lol2: :lol2: :lol2: :lol2: :lol2: :lol2: sorry it was to good to leave it alone!!!

ok I really should not have posted in two places cuz i've missed all this and now have to get caught up.
I don't have bifocals, yet. hee hee

I think in Minnesota the link Andrea provided is probably the best breeder you will find. She posted on here for a little while and seems so nice, not to mention VERY informed.

I almost bought a pup from someone on "the list" which would have been horrible. Leo was bought from a breeder whom I believe to be very concerned about health and is informed as far as breeding programs go but no akc papers. Where in MN are you located?

Cathy:D

Cathy I just realized your in Minnesota, (did you tell me that already) I think I may have missplaced my brain. has anyoe seen it laying around.

Does anyone remember what her ID was, I'd be intrested in reading some of her postes if there still on the system.

Andrea are you in Minnesota too or are you just that good.

[I Found Nemo]

Andrea:thankyou:
Thank you so much for the link to the breeder in my area. I heard back from her yesterday and I gave her my cell phone number so she can call me.
:cheer: I'm SSSSSSSOOOOOOOOOO excited to hear from her. When she emailed me yesterday she said she has a girl ready and waiting. YIPPY!!!!
I'm honestly hoping she'll be willing to help me learn what I need to before I bring home my first baby. I really don't want to bring one home before I know what I need to, I'm afraid I'd screw up.

:hearter: Im so happy for you Jes!!!!!!
Her babies are soooooooooo adorable:hearter: and her prices are good...
She will help you with anything you may want to know, oh I hope it works out and you get one!!!!!!!!!!!!
Im so excited, please let me know:hearter:

[I Found Nemo]

ok I really should not have posted in two places cuz i've missed all this and now have to get caught up.
I don't have bifocals, yet. hee hee



Cathy I just realized your in Minnesota, (did you tell me that already) I think I may have missplaced my brain. has anyoe seen it laying around.

Does anyone remember what her ID was, I'd be intrested in reading some of her postes if there still on the system.

Andrea are you in Minnesota too or are you just that good.

No I am in NY and yes Im really good but I know of this breeder only because of Cathy:D so she's better than me today:p

[bek74]

Jes I am so excited for you, good luck and I hope it all works out.
Bek

[Love my Leo]

Andrea:thankyou:
Thank you so much for the link to the breeder in my area. I heard back from her yesterday and I gave her my cell phone number so she can call me.
:cheer: I'm SSSSSSSOOOOOOOOOO excited to hear from her. When she emailed me yesterday she said she has a girl ready and waiting. YIPPY!!!!
I'm honestly hoping she'll be willing to help me learn what I need to before I bring home my first baby. I really don't want to bring one home before I know what I need to, I'm afraid I'd screw up.

Oh, you're so lucky Jes!!!!!!! Don't worry, she won't let you leave without being informed. You won't screw up....you have us to help you too, don't forget that!:D :D First thing you will need for your new pup.....is a digital camera!:D

Cathy:D

[Love my Leo]

No I am in NY and yes Im really good but I know of this breeder only because of Cathy:D so she's better than me today:p

Oh A...you are the queen of finding breeders! Doesn't matter where you are, Andrea can find you a very reputable breeder!:D

Cathy:D

[Jes]

Oh, you're so lucky Jes!!!!!!! Don't worry, she won't let you leave without being informed. You won't screw up....you have us to help you too, don't forget that!:D :D First thing you will need for your new pup.....is a digital camera!:D

Cathy:D

digital camera, check oops I need batteries for the camera, mine don't seem to last very long.
doggie dishes check
now I just need to get all WHOLE LOT of other things.:D
good thing I'm good at spending money.

[Morkie4]

digital camera, check oops I need batteries for the camera, mine don't seem to last very long.
doggie dishes check
now I just need to get all WHOLE LOT of other things.:D
good thing I'm good at spending money.

Don't let Cathy fool you, that digital camera is for "US." :lol2: :lol2: :lol2:

I can FEEL your excitement.............can't wait to see your new little one.:)

[Love my Leo]

Don't let Cathy fool you, that digital camera is for "US." :lol2: :lol2: :lol2:

I can FEEL your excitement.............can't wait to see your new little one.:)

Of course it's for us, silly....:blush: :blush:
:lol2: :lol2:

I have the 15 minute rechargeable batteries....go get those.:wink5:

Cathy:D

[Jes]

Don't let Cathy fool you, that digital camera is for "US." :lol2:

I can FEEL your excitement.............can't wait to see your new little one.:)


Of course it's for us, silly....:blush:
:lol2:

I have the 15 minute rechargeable batteries....go get those.:wink5:

Cathy:D

:mad: my computer ate my post, I hate that, it was long. ok here it goes I will repost, and with my luck it will show up twice.

Oh I didn't know the camera waas for you guys. how as I going to take pictures if I don't have a camera?:confused:

I think you guys may be more excited about me getting a baby.:lol2:

So Cathy lets talk about these batteries,what kind are they and where can I get some.

:( I haven't heard back from Sandy yet. I emailed her two days ago to give her my cell number and to let her know I want to met her and her dogs but I haven't heard anything back. So I emailed her again today just incase my email got eaten by the internet (cause that NEVER happens) so hopefully I'll hear back from her soon.

[Love my Leo]

:mad: my computer ate my post, I hate that, it was long. ok here it goes I will repost, and with my luck it will show up twice.

Oh I didn't know the camera waas for you guys. how as I going to take pictures if I don't have a camera?:confused:

I think you guys may be more excited about me getting a baby.:lol2:

So Cathy lets talk about these batteries,what kind are they and where can I get some.

:( I haven't heard back from Sandy yet. I emailed her two days ago to give her my cell number and to let her know I want to met her and her dogs but I haven't heard anything back. So I emailed her again today just incase my email got eaten by the internet (cause that NEVER happens) so hopefully I'll hear back from her soon.

My camera uses AA batteries so I bought a little two battery charger that came with the batteries (rayovac)and charges within 15 minutes. It keeps a charge for a long time, I love it. It works with AAA batteries as well and can be found at Walmart, K-mart and Target.:D

Cathy:D
p.s. I've used the same batteries for 3 years!

[Jes]

My camera uses AA batteries so I bought a little two battery charger that came with the batteries (rayovac)and charges within 15 minutes. It keeps a charge for a long time, I love it. It works with AAA batteries as well and can be found at Walmart, K-mart and Target.:D

Cathy:D
p.s. I've used the same batteries for 3 years!

very cool I'll have to check them out thanks.
:)
by the way I heard back from Sandy today. she's been busy with a new litter that just showed up, but she gave me her number so I think I'll give her a call tomorrow.
ttfn:awink:

[MaxJack'sMom]

How exciting for you!!! Things are moving quickly....hope you get your baby soon.

[Morkie4]

very cool I'll have to check them out thanks.
:)
by the way I heard back from Sandy today. she's been busy with a new litter that just showed up, but she gave me her number so I think I'll give her a call tomorrow.
ttfn:awink:

I sure hope it works out for you to get one of her babies. They are so beautiful!!!! Keep us updated.:)

[Jes]

Alright Ladies I just talked to Sandy and she has a five year old female Missy she would sell to me. my main issue is the price. she is selling new puppies for 1500 totaly understand that price for a puppy, but Missy is 5 and she would be the same price.:confused:
I hope I attached the pictures the right way. ok please let me know what you guys think, i really trust you all.
:( oh by the way she would not come to me fixed I would have to do that and i wont be able to ge her until end of Jan beging of Feb:(

[jazzysmom]

That picture is absolutely adorable. I must admit I am a bit confused as to the 5 yr old being the same price as the puppy. She didn't offer any explanation?

[Jes]

I was the first person she talked to about selling her, so no, and to be honest i didn't even ask becuase i've got a month to think of all the questions i want to ask before I make a decision one way or the other. I just thought I throw this info out there and see what I got for responses.

[I Found Nemo]

I was the first person she talked to about selling her, so no, and to be honest i didn't even ask becuase i've got a month to think of all the questions i want to ask before I make a decision one way or the other. I just thought I throw this info out there and see what I got for responses.

Jes,
She is beautiful, but I am sorry 1500 for a 5yr old..
I think that is just crazy(Just My Opinion) you can get a retiree from 3 to 5 yrs for way less than that and they come spayed..
please search around before you decide..
ANDREA:)

[nicki]

she so gorgeous.but make sure she in perfect health .i bought my yorkie 3 years old for 1500$ .and she only with me for 6 months .she passed away on august.and it just broke my heart.:(

[bek74]

Jes,
She is beautiful, but I am sorry 1500 for a 5yr old..
I think that is just crazy(Just My Opinion) you can get a retiree from 3 to 5 yrs for way less than that and they come spayed..
please search around before you decide..
ANDREA:)

I totally agree with Andrea, I think $1500 is way to much and not spayed, well that is steep.

Beautiful pic, they are just beautiful.

[Jes]

I think I'm going to wait and see what else is out there.
I've also been flirting with the idea of a Havanese or Coton De Tulear, retiree and getting a Malt later. I'm just not sure I can handle a puppy being a first time dog owner.
I would still get a Maltese just not right away.

with me being gone from the house for 10 to 11 hours a day monday thru friday I think getting an adult would be a better start. with me still living with Mom and Dad, I could get mom to help me slowly get her (doggie) use to me being away to work so that way when I move out next fall I wont have to worry about a dog suffering from seperation anxiety.

[jazzysmom]

I think I'm going to wait and see what else is out there.
I've also been flirting with the idea of a Havanese or Coton De Tulear, retiree and getting a Malt later. I'm just not sure I can handle a puppy being a first time dog owner.
I would still get a Maltese just not right away.

with me being gone from the house for 10 to 11 hours a day monday thru friday I think getting an adult would be a better start. with me still living with Mom and Dad, I could get mom to help me slowly get her (doggie) use to me being away to work so that way when I move out next fall I wont have to worry about a dog suffering from seperation anxiety.

Good thinking on your part puppies do require a lot of attention.

[Morkie4]

Glad you decided against a puppy........they do require a lot of attention. Most small dogs, I have read about like companionship and suffer from separation anxiety if left alone too long. So even getting and "older" small dog will be a real test for them if you are going to be gone 10 to 11 hours five days a week. They may be lonely or have behavioral issues from being alone fo such extended time periods. So use caution in selecting a breed of dog as a companion. JMO

[Love my Leo]

I wish you luck, Jes! I was going to suggest a rescue but that probably wouldn't work with your schedule either. I do know that Leo adjusted beautifully to my work schedule. He trots right into his crate as soon as I go for my coat in the morning. He has no accidents and loves his crate during the day. In fact my girls tell me that when I'm not home he will not come out during the day even when they open the door. He really is such a good little boy and loves his mama. Go with what you know to be right for new pup tho.

Cathy:D

[bellaratamalt]

I think that this girl is a retiree. It was my understanding that retirees are typically placed for the price of spaying/teeth cleaning, but I know everyone has their own way of doing things so I'm definitely not saying it is wrong!

Retirees also can take a while to get adjusted to new homes and being 'only dogs' and can suffer from seperation anxiety. It really all depends on the dog/puppy, their personality. A friend of mine has a havanese and she is such a mellow girl!

[Morkie4]

I think that this girl is a retiree. It was my understanding that retirees are typically placed for the price of spaying/teeth cleaning, but I know everyone has their own way of doing things so I'm definitely not saying it is wrong!

Retirees also can take a while to get adjusted to new homes and being 'only dogs' and can suffer from seperation anxiety. It really all depends on the dog/puppy, their personality. A friend of mine has a havanese and she is such a mellow girl!

What you said is what I have been told! Which is really quite reasonable for a retiree to just pay for the spay/neuter/teeth/shots/etc. So it is a great way to get an older dog of quality but as Stacy said, each breeder really has their own way of doing things. And as she mentioned most retirees grow up with a "pack" of other dogs so being the "only dog" can cause some unwanted behavior such as the "separation anxiety." There are a lot of things to consider. Jmo

[Jes]

Thank you all so very much, I knew I could count on you lady's (guys) giving me lots to think about, and I truly appreciate (sp) it.
:mad: I talked to my Father (not happy with him) the other night as was informed I am not under any circumstances allow to get a dog while I live under "his roof".:mad:
It totally sucks cause Mom wants a dog also and would have been totally willing to help me with getting a dog SLOWLY adjusted to my work hours. It really would have been ideal cause I'm not moving out until next fall so we would have had loads of time to acclimate her/him but now that's right out the window.

It makes me all GGGRRRRRR.

[Morkie4]

Thank you all so very much, I knew I could count on you lady's (guys) giving me lots to think about, and I truly appreciate (sp) it.
:mad: I talked to my Father (not happy with him) the other night as was informed I am not under any circumstances allow to get a dog while I live under "his roof".:mad:
It totally sucks cause Mom wants a dog also and would have been totally willing to help me with getting a dog SLOWLY adjusted to my work hours. It really would have been ideal cause I'm not moving out until next fall so we would have had loads of time to acclimate her/him but now that's right out the window.

It makes me all GGGRRRRRR.

So sorry for your disappointment about getting a dog! I had a dad like that but then my mother was like that too!!! But don't give it up, if it was meant to be it will happen!:)

[bellaratamalt]

Thank you all so very much, I knew I could count on you lady's (guys) giving me lots to think about, and I truly appreciate (sp) it.
:mad: I talked to my Father (not happy with him) the other night as was informed I am not under any circumstances allow to get a dog while I live under "his roof".:mad:
It totally sucks cause Mom wants a dog also and would have been totally willing to help me with getting a dog SLOWLY adjusted to my work hours. It really would have been ideal cause I'm not moving out until next fall so we would have had loads of time to acclimate her/him but now that's right out the window.

It makes me all GGGRRRRRR.

Oh that is too bad. It is probably for the best that things didn't work out though - especially if you were considering a retiree. If everybody in the household isn't receptive, I think dogs can sense that and it can make the acclimation time more difficult.

Good luck with everything! Maybe one day, you'll be able to get your baby.