I'm the breeder behind Little Lovers Maltese located in Shady Spring, WV. We strive to produce the best overall pets and family members. We fell in love with the breed because of their intelligence and personality. There’s hardly a better feeling than being able to share them with other families that will love them the way that we do!
About Martina
Hi, I'm Martina. I love puppies. I love to train them, play with them and care for them. I sleep with them for the first 3 weeks of their life. I want my puppies to get the very best homes and make sure they are healthy.
What makes Martina’s program special
We really care about our pets and the Maltese breed. Puppies like a routine. They are very willing to please. We pee pad, crate, and lead train our puppies. We are patient and start training as early as 4 weeks. Puppies are socialized and are around household noises and a varity of people and other pets. However puppies at 10 to 12 weeks are still babies when they go to their forever homes. They need positive reinforcement to encourage them to continue with their good behaviors.
Boy 1
Male • Went Home Aug. 20, 2023
Maltese
Boy 1
Male • Went Home Aug. 19, 2023
Maltese
Martina 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. You'll also have the chance to share a bit about yourself and what you're looking for in a new companion. 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.
Puppy prices range from $1,800 - $2,000 and include a non-refundable deposit of $300.
Martina 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 Martina 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 Martina directly.
I utilize the following enrichment methods: Early stages of crate training, Various Surfaces , Noises , Strangers, Toys, e.g. Ball, Touch Desensitization, Household Desensitization, Sound Stimulation, Socialized with Other Animals, Socialized with Elderly, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Socialized with Children, and Potty Training.
Parents are evaluated before breeding. Puppies are veterinarian checked during a 10 week period and before they go home.
We send our puppies home with Our puppies are all sent home with welcome home bags and information. , Vaccinations, Toy with Littermates' Scent, Puppy Collar, Food Starter Bag, Certificate of Health, Blanket with Mom's Scent, and Blanket with Littermates Scent.
Martina offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.
If you’re nearby, you can visit in person to pick up your pup. If you’re far away, you can travel by car or plane.
We’ll meet at a mutually convenient halfway point to drop off your puppy. Once your application is approved, we’ll coordinate the details for your pick-up day together.
Why Martina started breeding
I fell in love with the maltese breed. We got our female then 3 years later added our male. I feel that other people should have these little loving pets in their homes.
Martina has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year
Martina was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Martina’s program includes two colors
Martina’s Maltese puppies include white and white and lemon. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Little Lovers Maltese meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
Maltese
Great level
Little Lovers 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.
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.