De Linus Malinois
Meet the breeder
I'm Hortencia M., the breeder behind De Linus Malinois located in Baytown, TX. We are proud of the support we give our buyers and of our commitment to continue to research and enhance the breed standard. Quality, health-tested, and socialized dogs are the principal components of our success as reputable breeders. We’re proud of the seamless transition our puppies are able to make as fun, lovable family members.
Q. & A. with Hortencia
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are fawn sable. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Hortencia
Hortencia 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
Contract & health guarantee
Hortencia 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 Hortencia 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 Hortencia directly.
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
- Vet records
Extras
- Puppy starter kit
- Registration
- Initial potty training
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Hortencia.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Baytown, TX
5216 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Flexible meeting point
Hortencia can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Hortencia
Hortencia has been a member of Good Dog for 11 months
Hortencia was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Hortencia’s links
Hortencia is a trusted Good Dog breeder
De Linus Malinois 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
PENNY, mom
Belgian Malinois
About PENNY
PENNY is a female Belgian Malinois. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Hortencia decided to make her part of their program. Hortencia 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
Great level
De Linus Malinois 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 Belgian Malinois.
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.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
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).
