Validian Maltese
- Nuevo, CA
- Responds within a day
Upcoming litters
Expected Maltese litter
Due Feb. 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Peter R., the breeder behind Validian Maltese located in Nuevo, CA.
Q. & A. with Peter
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include white, white and tan, and white and lemon. 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.
Medium Girl
Went homeFemale
Small Boy
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Peter
Peter 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
"Pet puppies are sold on limited AKC registration (not for breeding purposes) after receiving 3 vaccinations, deworming, and veterinary well check. Boys 2500.00 and Girls are 3500.00."
Contract & health guarantee
Peter 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 Peter 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 Peter directly.
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
- Socialized in new places
- 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
Extras
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Peter.
Breeder's location
Meet in Nuevo, CA
2217 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Palm Springs Airport
2182 miles away
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More about Peter
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit.
Peter has been a member of Good Dog for about 2 months
Peter was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.
Peter’s links
Peter is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Validian Maltese 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
Britney, mom
Maltese
About Britney
Britney is a very beautiful, healthy girl with a glorious personality.
Ariana, mom
Maltese
About Ariana
Ariana is a beautiful healthy girl with a wonderful personality.
ViVi, mom
Maltese
About ViVi
ViVi is a female Maltese. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Peter decided to make her part of their program. Peter 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.
Dreamer, dad
Maltese
About Dreamer
Dreamer is a male Maltese. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Peter decided to make him part of their program. Peter 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.
Dustin, dad
Maltese
About Dustin
Dustin is a male Maltese. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Peter decided to make him part of their program. Peter 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.
Jimin, dad
Maltese
About Jimin
Jimin is a male Maltese. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Peter decided to make him part of their program. Peter 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
Great level
Validian Maltese 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 (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.
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Peter to bring home their puppies.
Melissa H.
Verified owner · Feb. 2026
Everything went perfect, Peter answered all our questions before committing to our little princess Lily. Very sweet man
