Mataje Chihuahuas

Tanya W.

Breeder of Chihuahuas

Meet the breeder

I'm Tanya W., the breeder behind Mataje Chihuahuas located in Houston, TX. We have invested forty years of competitive AKC showing and strict breeding practices to ensure that our puppies are top quality in conformation and temperament.

Q. & A. with Tanya

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Always a special interest in purebred dogs and genetics with good health.

  • What makes your program special?

    Recognized AKC BREEDER of many Top Champions and Grand Champions.

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home.

Getting a puppy from Tanya

Tanya 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

Puppy prices include a $200 non-refundable deposit and between $1,300 - $2,300 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“This price includes AKC registration, puppy shots and worming, litter box/ wee pad training and socialization. Deposit reserves your chosen puppy and applies toward full price.”

Contract & health guarantee

Tanya 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 Tanya 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 Tanya 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
      • Car rides
      • Daily handling
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
    • Extras
      • Food & treats
      • Toys
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • AKC registration

Location & pick-up

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

Puppy pick-up locations

  • Meet in Houston, TX

More about Tanya

  • Club memberships

    Tanya is a member of Chihuahua Club of America Inc.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Show Handler , AKC Breeder of Merit.

  • Tanya has been a member of Good Dog for 3 months

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

  • Tanya’s links

Tanya is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Mataje Chihuahuas 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

Parent health testing

Mataje Chihuahuas 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 Chihuahuas.

  • 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).

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