My Puppies

No, and that's deliberate. Matching is based on seven weeks of observed temperament, not on colour or coat. A very dominant puppy placed in a home with young children becomes a problem about a year later. We introduce you to the puppy or puppies that suit your household, and you decide from there.

Very little. The Maltese has a single coat, without an undercoat, that rarely sheds — a real plus for households that would rather not find hair on embroidered cushions. It does need regular brushing to prevent matting, especially behind the ears.

First round of vaccinations, complete deworming, a microchip registered in your name, a veterinary exam in the days before departure, a health record, a small bag of food and a blanket carrying the litter's scent. Registration papers are included for litters that qualify.

Yes. A two-year guarantee against serious hereditary conditions, given to you in writing when the contract is signed. It provides for replacement or refund, your choice. We also hand you the mother's screening results.

They come back here, at any age, without judgement. It's written into the contract. A dog we brought into the world doesn't end up in a shelter or a classified ad — we take them back, or we find them a new home ourselves.

Between three and eight months, depending on timing. With only two litters a year, our puppies are often spoken for before they're even born. If nothing matches right now, join the list: we notify waiting families before a litter is published on the site.