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**BugHillHeather** · 05-25-2005, 10:38 AM

Hi! I was wondering if anyone could share where they got their Maltese or from whom specifically they got their Maltese. Also, any recommendations (good or bad), experiences, advice, etc. --would be great if you could share those.
Thanks!!!!!

**LexiAndNikkisMom** · 05-25-2005, 10:57 AM

I got Lexi from Kathy White (White's Ashwood Kennel) in Garden Grove, IA. I have since found out she is technically a puppymill, so I would NOT recommend her.

For my 2nd puppy I'm trying to go off the AMA list. Right now I'm waiting on some litters from Cheryl Dawn Shoemaker (Babydoll Maltese), Cheryl Filson(Cher-Chien Maltese), and Bobbie Dodd. All of the litters are due any day now.

**doctorcathy** · 05-25-2005, 11:07 AM

the breeder was Lloyd Buck but the brokers name was Irma. and...eventhough the dogs are cute---it turned out to be a puppymill.

**kodie** · 05-25-2005, 11:17 AM

I got kodie from a lady near my house... she breeds her own dogs and sells the pups to people she knows. She isnt listed on any breeder lists because she just does it privately and sells to people she is familar with. She takes good care of her babies but... I do not recommend a puppy from her unless you get tests ran on you pup first. She does not do any blood work/tests on her maltese!

I was also given kodie at 8 weeks old.

**BugHillHeather** · 05-25-2005, 11:43 AM

I think that Lexi is beautiful--good luck with your new baby!

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Originally posted by Lexi's Mom@May 25 2005, 09:57 AM
I got Lexi from Kathy White (White's Ashwood Kennel) in Garden Grove, IA.* I have since found out she is technically a puppymill, so I would NOT recommend her.

For my 2nd puppy I'm trying to go off the AMA list.* Right now I'm waiting on some litters from Cheryl Dawn Shoemaker (Babydoll Maltese), Cheryl Filson(Cher-Chien Maltese), and Bobbie Dodd.* All of the litters are due any day now.
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**BugHillHeather** · 05-25-2005, 11:44 AM

Thanks for the info!

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Originally posted by doctorcathy@May 25 2005, 10:07 AM
the breeder was Lloyd Buck but the brokers name was Irma.* and...eventhough the dogs are cute---it turned out to be a puppymill.*
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**LexiAndNikkisMom** · 05-25-2005, 11:46 AM

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I think that Lexi is beautiful--good luck with your new baby!

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I got Lexi from Kathy White (White's Ashwood Kennel) in Garden Grove, IA.* I have since found out she is technically a puppymill, so I would NOT recommend her.

For my 2nd puppy I'm trying to go off the AMA list.* Right now I'm waiting on some litters from Cheryl Dawn Shoemaker (Babydoll Maltese), Cheryl Filson(Cher-Chien Maltese), and Bobbie Dodd.* All of the litters are due any day now.
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Where are you from? We might be able to help you find a good breeder in your area.

**jmm** · 05-25-2005, 12:27 PM

My first Maltese turned out to be a Maltese Bichon mix and came from a small local puppy mill before I knew better.

Mikey and Jonathan are from a breeder whom I would not recommend. Very nice people, but I would run from those lines due to the liver problems they produce.

My last pup was from a reputable breeder and I was very, very pleased with them. I would purchase from them again.

My mutt is from the local SPCA. One cat was rescued from a vet hospital and the other is from the local Animal Welfare League.

**Ladysmom** · 05-25-2005, 01:14 PM

My Lady is a rescue. She originally came from a pet shop/puppy mill and has multiple health issues including diabetes and epilepsy. I would obviously not recommend getting a puppy from a pet shop or puppy mill. As it was in Lady's case, she was perfectly healthy for nearly 5 years until all theses genetic "time bombs" started going off.

As far as adopting a rescue, I would recommend it 100%. I haven't had a puppy or kitten in nearly 25 years. My two Siamese cats are also rescues. The love and devotion you get back from an animal who has been discarded or abused as my Siamese Sarah was can't compare with puppy or kitten love in my opinion! It is so rewarding to help these special souls work through their issues and baggage.

**doctorcathy** · 05-25-2005, 01:22 PM

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Originally posted by LadysMom@May 25 2005, 09:14 AM
As far as adopting a rescue, I would recommend it 100%. I haven't had a puppy or kitten in nearly 25 years. My two Siamese cats are also rescues.* The love and devotion you get back from an animal who has been discarded or abused as my Siamese Sarah was can't compare with puppy or kitten love in my opinion! It is so rewarding to help these special souls work through their issues and baggage.
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im going to do the same thing! i hate puppies now. talk to MEE also....she's taking care of her friends puppy---its such a pain in the butt.

well...i dont know why ladysmom decided to not get a puppy or kitten---but my reason is that puppies are too much trouble. LOL

05-25-2005, 10:57 AM	#2 (permalink)
LexiAndNikkisMom Maltese Guru Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Milwaukee, WI area Posts: 7,428	I got Lexi from Kathy White (White's Ashwood Kennel) in Garden Grove, IA. I have since found out she is technically a puppymill, so I would NOT recommend her. For my 2nd puppy I'm trying to go off the AMA list. Right now I'm waiting on some litters from Cheryl Dawn Shoemaker (Babydoll Maltese), Cheryl Filson(Cher-Chien Maltese), and Bobbie Dodd. All of the litters are due any day now. __________________ Kristi, Lexi, & Nikki

05-25-2005, 11:07 AM	#3 (permalink)
doctorcathy Maltese Guru Join Date: May 2004 Location: Chino Hills, California Posts: 2,863	the breeder was Lloyd Buck but the brokers name was Irma. and...eventhough the dogs are cute---it turned out to be a puppymill. __________________ I'm not a Veterinarian Yet. Cathy Maltese-Sprite and Ellie.German Shep Mix-Gruffi Red Eared Slider-Turtle,Yellow Parakeet-Tweety Dogster Page

05-25-2005, 11:17 AM	#4 (permalink)
kodie Maltese Guru Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: NJ Posts: 6,602	I got kodie from a lady near my house... she breeds her own dogs and sells the pups to people she knows. She isnt listed on any breeder lists because she just does it privately and sells to people she is familar with. She takes good care of her babies but... I do not recommend a puppy from her unless you get tests ran on you pup first. She does not do any blood work/tests on her maltese! I was also given kodie at 8 weeks old. __________________

05-25-2005, 12:27 PM	#8 (permalink)
jmm Maltese Guru Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 8,156	My first Maltese turned out to be a Maltese Bichon mix and came from a small local puppy mill before I knew better. Mikey and Jonathan are from a breeder whom I would not recommend. Very nice people, but I would run from those lines due to the liver problems they produce. My last pup was from a reputable breeder and I was very, very pleased with them. I would purchase from them again. My mutt is from the local SPCA. One cat was rescued from a vet hospital and the other is from the local Animal Welfare League. __________________ JMM - JaMi Maltese, Home to Performance Maltese Becoming a Follower on our Blog!!!

05-25-2005, 01:14 PM	#9 (permalink)
Ladysmom Maltese Guru Name: Marj Dog's Name: Bailey and Lady at the Bridge Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: North Carolina Posts: 15,082	My Lady is a rescue. She originally came from a pet shop/puppy mill and has multiple health issues including diabetes and epilepsy. I would obviously not recommend getting a puppy from a pet shop or puppy mill. As it was in Lady's case, she was perfectly healthy for nearly 5 years until all theses genetic "time bombs" started going off. As far as adopting a rescue, I would recommend it 100%. I haven't had a puppy or kitten in nearly 25 years. My two Siamese cats are also rescues. The love and devotion you get back from an animal who has been discarded or abused as my Siamese Sarah was can't compare with puppy or kitten love in my opinion! It is so rewarding to help these special souls work through their issues and baggage. __________________ http://www.myladysdogbows.com/ http://www.facebook.com/pages/MLadys...s/182366213341

05-25-2005, 10:38 AM	#1 (permalink)
BugHillHeather Newbie Join Date: May 2005 Location: Southeastern N.C. Posts: 42	Hi! I was wondering if anyone could share where they got their Maltese or from whom specifically they got their Maltese. Also, any recommendations (good or bad), experiences, advice, etc. --would be great if you could share those. Thanks!!!!!

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