I'm Andrea T., the breeder behind Silky Malti Puppies located in Marietta, GA. Silky Malti Puppies are officially known as silkeses - we just like Silky Malti better! We're bringing together the best of both breeds: intuitiveness, athleticism, affection, companionship and intellect. You just can't beat the joy of a Silky Malti Puppy! Pedigreed, registered, healthy and fun!
Q. & A. with Andrea
Why did you start breeding?
I never thought I would do breeding. It was truly my husband's idea. Once we purchased our first dog together, Millie (our silky terrier) and then her companion, Vanilli (aka Fluffy, our maltese), considering the temperaments and personality, physical traits and stellar qualities of both, we couldn't help but think they would make amazing pups together! We were right.
What makes your program special?
No one that we know of is purposefully breeding what are technically known as silkeses (what we prefer to call Silky Maltis - sounds better). However, it's a strong designer toy breed! It's the best of both worlds: athleticism and intuitiveness, intellect and attentiveness, comfort and quick wit. We conduct ENS (early neurological stimulation) training with all our pups to make them "super dogs!"
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Companion Cross puppies are small size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Maltese puppies are white. Companion Cross puppies include white, black and tan, and black and white. Silky Terrier puppies are silver and tan. 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.
Nitro
Went home
Male
Venti
Went home
Male
Crèma
Went home
Female
Hazel
Went home
Female
Espresso
Went home
Male
Pink Collar Girl (to be named)
Went home
Female
Blue Collar Boy (to be named)
Went home
Male
Meatball
Went home
Male
Chai Latte
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Andrea
Andrea 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 non-refundable deposit and $950 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Price includes our health guarantee, registration, first round of vaccinations, deworming and puppy socialization along with ENS (early neurological stimulation) training - making them a "super dog"! All of our puppies are the same price regardless of color, gender, etc. Deposit goes towards final purchase price.”
Contract & health guarantee
Andrea 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 Andrea 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 Andrea directly.
Silky Malti Puppies 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
Silky Terrier
Maltese
Millie, mom
Silky Terrier
About Millie
Millie is a female Silky Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Andrea decided to make her part of their program. Andrea 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.
Fluffy, dad
Maltese
About Fluffy
Fluffy is a male Maltese. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Andrea decided to make him part of their program. Andrea 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
Great level
Silky Malti Puppies 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 Companion Crosses.
Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
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 (rDVM, not registered)
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.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA), Eye Examination (rDVM, not registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not 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 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).