i want a maltese but i am looking at spending 2-3000 and i do not have that kind of money to spend on a dog! any ideas and don't say pet shelters b/c been there done that, you can not find a dog under 60 lbs at a shelter with in 300 miles unless it is 10 years old!
2007-08-31 07:03:39 · 9 answers · asked by kchase 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
so ppl know i have looked on petfinder.com and by the way that is what is for sale and in your local shelters!! all the shelters (in my area) list on there so that does not help!!!
2007-08-31 07:22:10 · update #1
Go to maltese rescue. I know they have dogs because when I got two malese in sheltie rescue, they were too full to take them right away. Google maltese rescue and your state. You'll find them.
2007-08-31 07:08:17 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Try petfinder.com. I don't know where you live but right now there are tons of small dogs on there. Otherwise you need to check into breeders or on craigslist, but either way you want to make sure they have done genetic testing and you will want to see the adults and make sure that the female is between 2-5 years of age. If its younger or older don't buy, also if the female has had more than 3 litters, only one a year!!! Don't buy. You will want to check to adults for any skin, ear, eye, etc. problems. If the parent has these problems then most likely the babies will too. They should be current on shots and have no fleas or worms. To get a Maltese in great condition you will probably be spending at least $1000. Just be aware that if you get a dog from someone that cannot show you these things, you will most likely end up with a dog with problems and end up spending 3 times that to fix these problems. Good luck to you and I hope you find the puppy you are looking for.
2007-08-31 14:11:37 · answer #2 · answered by Brianna T 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try searching out online rescue sites for maltese sometimes you'll luck up and find one. If not then you may have to break down and pay a price that you don't want to if you're wanting this puppy bad enough. You could also just find a different breed. Sometimes things turn out for the better that way. Then when the time is right you have the money saved up or find one at a shelter you could get a maltese then. Hope this helps!
2007-08-31 14:10:18 · answer #3 · answered by ♥rogue♥ 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
What is a reasonable price?
If you want a good maltese......you have to shell out your bucks.
IMHO, there should be 100% tax on any puppie sold, so people think twice.
2007-08-31 14:09:12 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
try hoobly.com
I don't know where you live but they are mostly breeders from all over. The 1st page I just looked at had tehm from $500 and up to about $1200.
2007-08-31 16:28:10 · answer #5 · answered by Kit_kat 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
http://www.petfinder.com
Shelters aren't the only place with dogs for adoption - there are numerous rescue groups around the country.
2007-08-31 14:17:55 · answer #6 · answered by Nandina (Bunny Slipper Goddess) 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, I have been looking to it has not been easy. And you know of anything let me know. Because I am not very good at computer stuff. I have been looking forever trust me. If you find anything let me know please. If I find out anything I will let you know... Thank you! <3Tina
2007-08-31 14:13:16 · answer #7 · answered by Tina E 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's called breed rescue. Look into it.
2007-08-31 14:07:25 · answer #8 · answered by Lisa 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
go to kijjiji thats were i found my dog
2007-08-31 14:09:58 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋