I'm Elena S., the breeder behind Platinum Dunes Maltese Kennel located in North Carolina. If you interested in dog from me, please visit my site (see below) and complete the puppy application. I accept applications via my site (see below) only. Full information and details about me, current videos/photos can be found there as well.
Q. & A. with Elena
Why did you start breeding?
https://northcarolinamaltese.com
What makes your program special?
https://northcarolinamaltese.com
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.
Platinum Dunes Winston Wigglebottom (aka Winnie).
Went home
Male
Platinum Dunes Archibald the Adorable (aka Archie).
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Elena
Elena 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 $500 deposit and between $2,500 - $3,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Puppies are Vaccinated, Dewormed, Microchipped, Pre-paid AKC Reunite Lifetime Enrollment, Health Certificate from Licensed Veterinarian, Pre-paid AKC Limited Registration, Written Bill of Sales. Can be refunded. The Bill Of Sale is provided for more details.”
Contract & health guarantee
Elena 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 Elena 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 Elena directly.
Platinum Dunes Maltese Kennel 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
Show Country Forever Nice Bohemia, mom
Maltese
About Show Country Forever Nice Bohemia
Show Country Forever Nice Bohemia is a female Maltese. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Elena decided to make her part of their program. Elena 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.
Platinum Dunes in Memory Of Jacquelyn Elyse, mom
Maltese
About Platinum Dunes in Memory Of Jacquelyn Elyse
Platinum Dunes in Memory Of Jacquelyn Elyse is a female Maltese. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Elena decided to make her part of their program. Elena 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.
Show Country Forever Vincent Altis for PD, dad
Maltese
About Show Country Forever Vincent Altis for PD
Show Country Forever Vincent Altis for PD is a male Maltese. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Elena decided to make him part of their program. Elena 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.
Show Country Forever Tinky, dad
Maltese
About Show Country Forever Tinky
Show Country Forever Tinky is a male Maltese. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Elena decided to make him part of their program. Elena 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Platinum Dunes Maltese Kennel 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.
Cardiac Evaluation (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.
DNA Profile, Full Embark 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).