Ani's Midwest Maltese
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- Cascade, IA
- Responds within a few days
Available puppies
Marshmallow
1 year old · Male
Meet the breeder
I'm Anita K., the breeder behind Ani's Midwest Maltese located in Cascade, IA. Our dogs are bred for health, temperament, beauty and companionship. Our goal is to provide our families with a loving, healthy pet that will bring them joy and enrich their lives.
Q. & A. with Anita
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Marshmallow
Ready now1 year old · Male
Blue collar
Went homeMale
Green collar
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
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Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Anita
Anita 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.
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
“The price includes AKC registration, first set of vaccinations and deworming, thorough health exam by a licensed veterinarian, puppy starter kit, health guarantee against any genetic defect, and up to 2 hour drive time to accommodate new family with pick up/delivery. We ask for a $500. deposit to hold a puppy. The remaining balance is due when the puppy is picked up or delivered.”
Contract & health guarantee
Anita 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 Anita 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 Anita 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
- Socialized with children
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
Extras
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- AKC registration
- Puppy starter kit
- Registration
- Food & treats
- Toys
- Initial potty training
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Anita.
Breeder's location
Meet in Cascade, IA
744 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Dubuque Airport
729 miles away
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Meet in Milwaukee, WI
609 miles away
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More about Anita
Anita has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year
Anita was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Anita is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Ani's Midwest 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
Jasmine, mom
Maltese
About Jasmine
Jasmine is a female Maltese. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Anita decided to make her part of their program. Anita 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.
Kosmo, dad
Maltese
About Kosmo
Kosmo is a male Maltese. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Anita decided to make him part of their program. Anita 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.
Gidget, mom
Maltese
About Gidget
Gidget is a female Maltese. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Anita decided to make her part of their program. Anita 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.
Baxter, dad
Maltese
About Baxter
Baxter is a male Maltese. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Anita decided to make him part of their program. Anita 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
Ani's Midwest 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.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
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.
