If you're a resident of Victoria's stunning coastal city, Melbourne and are looking for Maltese Shih Tzu puppies for sale, look no further than here! Given their affectionate temperament and happy-go-lucky nature, the Maltese Shih Tzu sits among the most popular hybrid breeds in Australia.
Below you'll find some great ethical breeders in and around Melbourne, including some tips about the buying process and guidelines on what to expect when bringing this adorable pooch to its forever home.
Bringing a new pup home can be an exciting time, but don't let your eagerness overwhelm you. The process of buying a dog should be done cautiously and never rushed.
At Pets Online, we ensure you're buying safely and responsibly. We only approve breeders registered with the Responsible Pet Breeders Australia (RPBA), Australian Designer Breeders (ADBC), and the Australian Association Of Pet Dog Breeders (AAPDB).
A registered microbreeder and member of RPBA, they breed and rehome Maltese Shih Tzu puppies for adoption. All pups come with the transfer of ownership papers and are vet checked, wormed, vaccinated, and microchipped.
Moreover, they're part of an interstate network of breeders throughout Australia that aid in finding puppies their forever homes in Melbourne.
This breeder is a member of RPBA; all puppies are family-reared and well-socialised with children and other dogs and pets. All the pups from their beautiful litter are vet checked with their vaccination, worming, and microchip details.
The price for Maltese Shih Tzu puppies ranges from $1500 to $3500 in Australia. Although the price is steep, this is because some breeders go above and beyond to breed and raise quality puppies.
To ensure you're buying a healthy puppy, you should always receive the following paperwork: - A Purchase Contract - Your puppy's record that they've been vaccinated, microchipped, and wormed - A Designer Breed Registry Certificate - Health test results
To safely buy a Malshi pup online, you should ensure the breeder is registered with recognised clubs/registers. Many sellers on classified ad sites like Facebook and Gumtree are not registered breeders, and although this doesn't mean they're unethical or scammers, it is still not a safe option.
Here are some tips to protect yourself when you find a Maltese Shih Tzu for sale through a breeder: - Always research breeders and verify their membership with a club/register. You can contact the club/register and find out if the breeder is authentic. - Contact the breeder and ask questions about the puppy's pedigree and health history. - Visit the puppy at the breeder's home before paying any money. In the case that the breeder is located too far, request a video call of the breeder and puppy. - Ensure that the puppy has all the necessary paperwork listed above.