Looking for female puppy in Houston

[tntware123]

Hi there! Thought that the members on here may be the best resources! We're looking to add a female maltese puppy to our family. Looking for someone in the Houston area who is reputable and not trying to charge $1000-$2000 for a pet only -- no showing or breeding future I can assure you. Please send contact info. Thanks so much!

[bellaratamalt]

I'm not sure if you will find anybody who doesn't charge the going rate for a well-bred pup who can be considered 'reputable.' If you were planning on breeding or showing, the prices would be a whole lot more than $1000-$2000, believe me! So my advice is you don't want to spend the a lot, i would look into a rescue or a retiree from a show breeder (adult dog) have you looked at the American Maltese Association website? That's a good place to start
http://www.americanmaltese.org and the breeder list is organized by state.

I would not recommend buying a 'bargain' puppy from a backyard breeder, chances are you will wind up with a maltese that does not look like the maltese standard (bigger than typical, longer muzzle, incorrect coat, etc)

When i was first looking for a maltese, I didn't know anything and couldn't believe I was spending $2000 for a pet but now I realize how lucky I got! I bought Lucy from a show breeder (since there were no malts in the classified ads or pet stores by me at the time) and said the same thing, I just wanted a pet, not a show dog, so what did i care about champion lines? What I got was a pet who looks like a show dog. Temperament, health, looks and personality - I couldnt' ask for better. She is 4 years old now and sparked a huge obsession and now my 11 year old daughter, Marina, and I show maltese. Marina shows our first maltese, Lucy in junior showmanship and they do very well.

She is spayed and is a pet but is a great example of what spending a little extra for a puppy from a good show breeder can give you.

[mia's mom]

I agree with Stacy I don't think you will find a well bred girl for lower than $1,500 and that would be a older girl at that. There are plenty of Malts in rescue looking for a good home for much less than $1,000. Check out Petfinder.

[Morkie4]

I found two of my girls on www.Petfinder.com and the other someone just gave away. But to get a quality pup you will be spending a bit more money than what you would like; even if you intend on it being a pet. Hope you do a lot of research about breeders and quality before you let your heart fall in love with one because it's cute and cheap!!!I agree with Stacy and Maggie.

Welcome to Maltese Talk!!!!

[Zanadu'sMom]

Do your homework, get references and ask questions.
Good Luck