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Avante Maltese
Meet the breeder
I'm Mary Ann A., the breeder behind Avante Maltese located in Ogden, UT. My Maltese are bred for temperament, health, elegance and success. Maltese have fantastic and unique personalities of their own to begin with, so I work to ensure that my pups are the happiest and most well-rounded as possible. Maltese become the most devoted family companions around!
Q. & A. with Mary Ann
Why did you start breeding?
I started Avante Maltese in 1997 when I became inspired by breeders who became my role models for breeding Maltese. These breeders had their pups at the top of the show scene at the time, showing off how Maltese' elegance and how they make adorable canine companions.What makes your program special?
I believe that once anyone has owned a Maltese, they are hooked for life. Maltese are the most loving and devoted littles pups I have ever been around. My ultimate goal is to improve the breed and to make my puppies well-socialized, loving pets. I am dedicated to breeding not only healthy, but sound and long-lived AKC Maltese puppies.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
TBD
Went home
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Mary Ann
Mary Ann has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $3,000 - $4,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Spay/Neuter contract required Male Puppy $3500.00—$4000.00 Female Puppy $4500.00—$5000.00 . Your deposit will hold the puppy until they are old enough to be picked up.”
Contract & health guarantee
Mary Ann may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Mary Ann offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don’t hesitate to reach out to Mary Ann directly.
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What’s included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- Basic obedience & manners
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Mary Ann.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Ogden, UT
1817 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at SLC
1816 miles away
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More about Mary Ann
Club memberships
Mary Ann is a member of Beehive Toy Club, American Maltese Association, Inc., Pacific Rim Maltese Club, Inc., and Mt. Ogden Kennel Club.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit.
Mary Ann has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Mary Ann was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Mary Ann is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Avante Maltese meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
- Responsible breeding practices
- Health of breeding dogs and puppies
- Puppy environment and enrichment
- Buyer education and policies
Parent dogs
Fancy, mom
Maltese
About Fancy
Fancy is a female Maltese. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mary Ann decided to make her part of their program. Mary Ann has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Rhythm, mom
Maltese
About Rhythm
Rhythm is a female Maltese. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mary Ann decided to make her part of their program. Mary Ann has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Pearl, mom
Maltese
About Pearl
Pearl is a female Maltese. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mary Ann decided to make her part of their program. Mary Ann has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Bastic, dad
Maltese
About Bastic
Bastic is a male Maltese. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Mary Ann decided to make him part of their program. Mary Ann has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Zenia, mom
Maltese
About Zenia
Zenia is a female Maltese. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mary Ann decided to make her part of their program. Mary Ann has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Avante Maltese reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Maltese.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
DNA Disease Panel
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).
