Welcome to Arizona Maltese Gems
Announcements!
Gigi/Champion Hollywood’s Sharp Dressed Man (ZZ)
We are excited to announce that Gigi is expecting! Pregnancy has been confirmed by ultrasound, and we are anticipating the arrival of her puppies around March 24th or 25th.
God willing, we look forward to welcoming a healthy litter of beautiful, adorable puppies. Please check back for updates as we prepare for their arrival.
About Us
At Arizona Maltese Gems, we are devoted to producing exceptional Maltese puppies with outstanding health, structure, temperament, and intelligence. Our puppies are thoughtfully bred for service, therapy, and as cherished family companions.
Each puppy receives an intentional, advanced early foundation. We implement:
Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS)
Early Scent Introduction (ESI)
Avidog protocols
Puppy Culture curriculum
Puppy Brain Training methods
This structured beginning helps develop confident, resilient, intelligent, and well-balanced puppies.
Potty training begins as early as two weeks of age, and our puppies are positively introduced to crate training, learning independence and security from the start.
The Maltese Difference
The Maltese is celebrated for its affectionate temperament and elegant beauty. Their low-shedding, hypoallergenic coat makes them a wonderful choice for many families. To maintain their signature silky coat, routine brushing and grooming are essential.
Raised With Excellence
Our puppies are raised inside our home in Northwest Phoenix, Arizona — never in kennels. We maintain a meticulously clean, structured, and nurturing environment where health and safety are paramount.
Visitor sanitation protocols are required.
Puppy areas are cleaned multiple times daily.
As they mature, puppies are introduced to a doggy door and supervised outdoor exploration to build confidence and adaptability.
Every experience is intentional. Every detail matters.
We consider it a privilege to raise these extraordinary little companions. An Arizona Maltese Gem is more than a puppy — it is a lifelong treasure.
We invite you to experience the difference.
I am a passionate breeder of Maltese puppies based in Phoenix, Arizona.
Behind Arizona Maltese Gems is Joan Fowler, whose dedication to breeding spans more than 50 years. Her experience began with Wirehaired Terriers and later Dalmatians, where she spent many successful years immersed in the breed. Joan also competed in Obedience with her distinguished sire, Bo, demonstrating her commitment not only to beauty, but to intelligence and trainability.
Today, while no longer competing, Joan focuses her expertise on raising outstanding Maltese puppies. After enjoying the breed for years as cherished personal companions, she felt called to share their elegance and affectionate nature with other families through thoughtful, intentional breeding.
At Arizona Maltese Gems, our program is built on experience, integrity, and a genuine love for the breed.
Puppy Go Home Packs
Your puppy will come with:
A soft blanket carrying the comforting scent of mom and littermates
A selection of familiar toys
A starter supply of the food they are currently enjoying
You will also receive a complete AKC folder, which includes:
AKC registration papers
A detailed pedigree
Health records
A guide to dangerous foods and household products
Homemade treat recipes
We are committed to equipping you with everything you need to welcome your Maltese puppy with confidence and ease.
About the Maltese breed…
Temperament -Lively, playful, peaceful, responsive, gentle, charming, bold and brave
Size -Tiny (7-8 inches, 4-12 lbs)
Exercise -Minimal
Training -Good
With strangers -May be friendly or standoffish
With other pets -Usually very good
Shedding -Very light
Hypoallergenic - Yes
Grooming -Significant (either brushing/combing/trimming or clipping the coat short)
Lifespan -12-15 years
Colors -White, can have patches of lemon or tan
Coat - Silky, white, long