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Delvina J., Blythewood, SC
07/25/2024
Amazing customer service and attention to detail! I was assisted in every step of the way to get my new little Yorkie Cooper to me safe and sound. I came across their website after almost being scammed by a fraudulent company and I was so relieved to have found them. I highly recommend that you get your next puppy from them you won’t regret it! I will definitely use them again in the future.
Puppy: Cooper, Yorkshire Terrier
Tom G., Boerne, TX
08/04/2024
Mawoo Pets and their staff were amazing to work with. They made the process easy and kept me up to date on how my new puppy was doing. We received our new puppy a few days ago and she is amazing and adapting well to our family.
Puppy: Darling Nova, Miniature Husky
Jennifer E., Lago Vista, TX
12/02/2023
If you are wondering if this is the best service let me assure you it is. Everything about this experience has exceeded my expectations. As a former veterinary technician wildlife rehabber and zookeeper I know great animal and pet people when I meet them. Mawoo is bringing lives together in all the right ways. I’m telling everyone about this and of course seeing is believing. Our new bundle of joy arrived just as described but beyond our wildest dreams we are totally in love and now on day five after delivery. The customer vip treatment was an unexpected bonus and the breeder was so nice and caring.
Puppy: Max, Shorkie
Wilma M., Mohrsville, PA
08/27/2024
I would like Mawoo to have more than 5 stars because they deserve that and more. They did not stop communicating with me, all my questions were answered. I completely recommend them. They are serious, truly professional. I am glad to have found them. Thank you.
Puppy: Teacup Thumbelina, Yorkshire Terrier
Lisa W., Franklin, GA
05/04/2024
I did a lot of research to find the best place to find my next fur baby. Mawoo answered every single question in a timely manner and made the process so easy. I would definitely use their services again and would also recommend them to friends and family. My cute little guy is super healthy and with his forever family thanks to Mawoo❤️
Puppy: Smurf, French Bulldog
Nicole V., Nunn, CO
05/12/2024
Very good communication the entire time! Husband came with puppy to deliver her to me and was a very nice gentleman!
Puppy: Princess Candy, French Bulldog
Lucas H., Phoenix, AZ
08/15/2024
Best customer service! They made it a great experience and answered every question I had. They responded very fast too.
Puppy: Zuri, Goldendoodle
Angelita B., Missouri City, TX
11/25/2023
OMG it was the best experience I have ever had. I got scammed for over two grand from another place so I was very reluctant. Mawoo was absolutely outstanding, kept in contact throughout the whole thing even when I got home. It’s a smooth transition to getting your baby home ... this is the way to go!
Puppy: Darla, Yorkshire Terrier
Erin D., Poughquag, NY
12/23/2023
We had a great experience getting our newest family member through Mawoo pets. From beginning to end the process was easy and there was open communication with the company and the breeder the entire time.
Puppy: Lime Green, Golden Retriever
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Mal-Shih Breed Information
The Mal-Shih is a tiny, adorable mixture between the Maltese and the Shih Tzu. Known for its squished little teddy bear face, the Mal-Shih is an affectionate and devoted breed. Sweet and loving towards humans, these dogs are perfect for seniors and children, as well as families with limited yard space. Though very energetic, the tiny 6-12-pound Mal-Shih can run circles around an apartment or a nice local dog park to get the exercise it needs much easier than a large breed.
Temperament
Playful, gentle, brave
Breed Fast Facts
Weight
8 - 12 lbs
Size
Toy or Teacup
Energy
Low
Shedding
Low
Trainability
Very
Life span
11 to 16 years
History & fun facts about dogs in Rhode Island
In Rhode Island, the tourist off-season means it’s dog season on the beach! Most of the sandy and rocky stretches of this state are open to leashed doggy visitors from October through March. Dog owners will have no trouble finding great options in Rhode Island for doggy daycare, social dog parks and canine services all year long. For extroverted dog owners (and dogs!) Rhode Island plays host to dozens of pet-friendly events including dog shows, costume parties, agility competitions and fundraisers to benefit homeless animals in the state. Join in to make some friends and do some good at the same time.
Did you know?
The official dog of Rhode Island is the ever-popular Labrador Retriever.
The most popular dog breed with pet owners is actually the American Pit Bull Terrier.
Nearly 500 hotels, B&Bs, campgrounds and other accommodations in Rhode Island welcome dogs.
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