Rockin Rivers AKC Maltese & Malshi's

BRENDA C.

Breeder of Mal-Shis and Maltese

  • Umatilla, OR
  • Responds within a few days

Upcoming litters

Rivers
Raiyne

Expected Maltese litter

Due May 2026

Ready July 26

Meet the breeder

I'm BRENDA C., the breeder behind Rockin Rivers AKC Maltese & Malshi's located in Umatilla, OR. We breed to preserve the unique characteristics of the AKC Maltese while considering a variety of traits, including health, conformation, and temperament. We also breed and offer for sale ONLY F1 hybrid Malshi puppies.

Q. & A. with BRENDA

  • Why did you start breeding?

    In the 90's I bred and Showed AKC Dobermans, Love it, my kids all did AKC Jr handlers, it was a glorious time! Once my kids grew and had family's of their own I decided to go with the breeds that I loved as a child, and that would be the toy-fluffy breeds. I love Maltese & Shih Tzu, both are small hypoallergenic lap dogs with the best personalities!!

  • What makes your program special?

    I am a hands-on, conscious breeder, ensuring my animals have perfect conformation and the best temperaments. Puppies are raised in the heart of my home and are exposed to everyday life.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our Mal-Shi puppies are brown. Maltese 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.

Getting a puppy from BRENDA

BRENDA 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

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $2,075 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“AKC Maltese puppies are $2500 - $3,500 and include a non-refundable deposit of $500. Malshi puppies are registered with National Hybrid Registry are $1575 and include a non-refundable deposit of $200. Your deposit is non-refundable.”

Contract & health guarantee

BRENDA 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 BRENDA 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 BRENDA 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
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • Scent introduction
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • AKC registration
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Food & treats
      • Toys
      • Initial potty training

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Umatilla, OR

2160 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Tri-Cities Airport

323 miles away

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Meet in Ontario, OR

2051 miles away

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More about BRENDA

  • BRENDA has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years

    BRENDA was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • BRENDA’s links

BRENDA is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Rockin Rivers AKC Maltese & Malshi's 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

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