Alexis Maltese
- Sacramento, CA
Meet the breeder
I'm Melissa R., the breeder behind Alexis Maltese located in Sacramento, CA. Health, temperament, structure, and breed type are never optional considerations. We breed with intention, with each generation designed to preserve the qualities we value most while continuing to refine and improve our program.
Q. & A. with Melissa
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Melissa
Melissa has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
Melissa partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 12 weeks old.
Price
“Price of the puppy includes age appropriate innoculations, dew claw removal, dewormong, veterinary heath check-up.”
Contract & health guarantee
Melissa 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 Melissa 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 Melissa 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Extras
- Puppy starter kit
- Initial potty training
- AKC registration
- Toys
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Melissa.
Breeder's location
Meet in Sacramento, CA
2331 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Sacramento Airport
2349 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Melissa can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Melissa
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit.
Melissa has been a member of Good Dog for less than a month
Melissa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.
Melissa is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Alexis 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 health testing
Great level
Alexis 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.
Eye Examination (rDVM, not registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not 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.
Vet Wellness Exam
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
