LUV Poodles and Maltipoos

Melita W.

Breeder of Poodles and Maltipoos

  • Lawrenceburg, TN
  • Responds within a few hours

Meet the breeder

I'm Melita W., the breeder behind LUV Poodles and Maltipoos located in Lawrenceburg, TN. My dogs are bred with a focus on good health and socialization. They are handled from birth and introduced to a variety of people, other dogs, cats, and engaging toys for play. They are either AKC or CKC and up to date on shots and deworming. Non-shedding, Hypoallergenic, and Pad trained.

Q. & A. with Melita

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I am a retired Army Chaplain wife, raised with animals as a child. When we retired I began breeding a registered Katahdin sheep herd of 80 but my primary love has always been dogs. My main love is poodles because they're smart, athletic, loving, and not yappy. All the brilliance of a Border Collie without the intense drive. After Covid I became allergic to dog dander so they're my perfect breed.
  • What makes your program special?

    All of my parents or grandparents of moms I've raised are Embark tested. It's critical that I know I'm not breeding a health problem a few years down the line. My puppies are well socialized with a variety of people and exterior stimulus, from parents that have exceptional personalities. My goal is to find the best fit for puppy and family for a lifetime bond.
  • What are the different breed sizes in your program?

    Our Poodle puppies include toy and miniature sizes. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our Poodle puppies include apricot, brown, red, silver-beige, white, parti, and phantom. Maltipoo puppies include parti and red. 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.

Getting a puppy from Melita

Melita 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.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Melita partners with them to find the best puppy match.

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $1,100 - $1,750 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes registration application, age appropriate puppy shots, deworming records and instruction flyer. Puppy comes with a gift bag including food, toy, mom's scent cloth, and a potty pad. Each individual litter is priced the same regardless of sex or color. Deposit is nonrefundable.”

Contract & health guarantee

Melita 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 Melita 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 Melita directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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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
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Food & treats
      • Toys
      • Puppy starter kit

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Melita.

Breeder's location

Meet in Lawrenceburg, TN

608 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Nashville Airport (Berry Field)

542 miles away

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Meet in Nashville, TN

547 miles away

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More about Melita

  • Melita has been a member of Good Dog for 8 months

    Melita was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.

  • Melita’s links

Melita is a trusted Good Dog breeder

LUV Poodles and Maltipoos 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

All breeds

Maltese

Poodle

Parent health testing

Toy Poodle

Miniature Poodle

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

LUV Poodles and Maltipoos 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 Toy Poodles.

  • 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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Melita to bring home their puppies.

  • Jessica C.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2026

    We loved working with Melita so much! She was thoughtful and so helpful with all of our questions. This was our first time bringing a dog into our home and Melita has helped us with every step; helping us understand our puppies needs and personality, to pickup, nutrition and how to finish potty training. We love our puppy so much!! Thank you Melita!

    Penny T.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2026

    Oh my goodness, Melita is THE best!!!! She has been so gracious & helpful from day one. Melita has answered every question & offered reassurance even after Copper came home with me. Melita's advice is sound, she has answered every text & call super quickly. Melita is incredible!!!!!

    Sally S.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2026

    Melita is great to work with. Always responsive, willing to answer all my questions, gave me lots of tips on puppy training (even after I picked up my puppy). It was easy to see how much she loves all her dogs and pups and has had a lot of experience. She even went the extra mile and sent me photos and a short video of my puppy every week. I loved working with Melita!

  • Angela S.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2026

    Melita was wonderful from beginning even after I picked my sweet poodle up! Gives a lot of great information. Roxie and my doodle became fast friends. Thank you Melita!

    Meaghan T.

    Verified owner · Mar. 2026

    Melita was so wonderful to work with! She kept me updated on everything going on with the puppy! She was very responsive to any questions I had and is very knowledgeable about the breed.

    Karen B.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2026

    We quickly became confident that we were getting our puppy from a very knowledgeable and caring breeder. We had multiple conversations over the phone, and would receive pictures and videos every few days until we picked up our Maltipoo.

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.