HDB-approved · $4,288–$5,988 · licence BR25052
Maltese Puppies for Sale in Singapore
Silk-white and feather-light, a lapdog bred for exactly that. The Maltese is one of the oldest toy breeds, a gentle white-coated companion that sheds very little and thrives on human company. HDB-approved and allergy-friendlier, it is a classic flat dog.
HDB-approved
Available Maltese puppies
No Maltese puppies are available this week. Litters here are small, and we would rather say so than show you a puppy that already has a family. WhatsApp us to join the Maltesewaitlist and we will message you with photos and video the day the next litter is ready to meet — usually well before it reaches this page.
Size
Toy
Adult weight
2–4 kg
Lifespan
12–15 years
Energy
Low–medium
Grooming
High
Shedding
Low
How much is a Maltese in Singapore, and is it HDB-approved?
A well-bred, AVS-licensed Maltese in Singapore costs $4,288–$5,988, including its vet check, vaccinations to date, health certification and ancestry records. The Maltese is on HDB’s approved list.
About the Maltese
The Maltese is one of the oldest toy breeds, a gentle white-coated companion that sheds very little and thrives on human company. HDB-approved and allergy-friendlier, it is a classic flat dog.
Where the Maltese comes from. One of the oldest lapdogs, the Maltese was prized around the ancient Mediterranean as an aristocrat’s companion, bred for nothing but affection.
In temperament, expect a dog that is gentle, affectionate, playful and people-focused. It suits allergy-prone and first-time owners who want a low-shedding, affectionate lapdog for a flat. That heritage still shows: the Maltese was bred to be near people rather than to work a field, so its low–medium energy makes it easier to satisfy indoors — the harder part is the hours it spends alone, not the exercise.
At a glance
- TemperamentGentle, Affectionate, Playful, People-focused
- Coat sheddingLow (allergy-friendlier)
- Typical price$4,288–$5,988
- HDB statusHDB-approved
Colours and coat variants of the Maltese
Across Singapore litters the Maltese most often appears in White, Silky White, Ivory, Snow White, White and Pearl White. Rarer colours in a litter are priced toward the top of the $4,288–$5,988 range and common ones toward the bottom. Whichever colour you choose, this is a high-maintenance coat: the grooming schedule is set by the coat type, not the shade. If you want a specific colour, say so in your first WhatsApp message and we will tell you honestly whether one is in a current litter.'
Can you keep a Maltese in an HDB flat?
The Maltese is on HDB’s approved list. In short: the Maltese is on HDB's approved list, and at 2–4 kg it sits inside the size criteria, so a flat is a straightforward yes — you still license the dog annually and keep to one dog per flat. The full rules, the approved list and the fines live on our HDB-approved dogs page.
Living with a Maltese in Singapore
The climate reality
The single silky coat handles heat well; many owners keep a shorter "puppy cut" in Singapore to reduce daily grooming and tangles.
Health to know about
Dental disease, patellar luxation and tear staining are the common issues, and some lines carry portosystemic (liver) shunts. Keep teeth and the white face clean and dry.
Every puppy follows Singapore's core vaccination schedule (weeks 6, 8 and 12, with deworming at each visit) and comes home around week 9. See the full puppy vaccination schedule.
Grooming, care and exercise
Coat and grooming
The Maltese has a low-shedding, allergy-friendlier coat with high grooming needs. It needs regular brushing and a professional groom roughly every 4 to 6 weeks to prevent matting, which humidity speeds up.
Exercise and energy
The Maltese has modest exercise needs: one or two short daily walks in the cooler hours plus a little indoor play is usually enough. That makes it a manageable choice for busy owners and smaller homes.
For the first weeks at home, our puppy training guide covers crate, potty and settling routines that suit a Singapore flat.
The honest downsides of a Maltese
No breed is perfect, and glossing over the hard parts is how puppies end up rehomed. These are the trade-offs Maltese owners actually report — read them before you fall for the photos, and ask us about any of them on WhatsApp.
- The coat sets the budget: professional grooming every 4 to 8 weeks for a Maltese, or it mats rather than just looking untidy.
- Heat is a real risk for this breed, not an inconvenience. The single silky coat handles heat well; many owners keep a shorter "puppy cut" in Singapore to reduce daily grooming and tangles.
- At 2–4 kg it is genuinely fragile — a missed step or rough play with a small child injures a Maltese.
- Dental disease, patellar luxation and tear staining are the common issues, and some lines carry portosystemic (liver) shunts. Keep teeth and the white face clean and dry.
Is a Maltese right for you?
A good fit if…
Allergy-prone and first-time owners who want a low-shedding, affectionate lapdog for a flat.
Think twice if…
Think twice if you would rather avoid regular grooming costs.
Not sure this is the one? Compare it with every breed we carry, grouped by whether they suit an HDB flat.
Cost of owning a Maltese in Singapore
Beyond the purchase price, budget for the monthly reality of a Maltese: around S$40 to S$80 a month on quality food for a toy dog, professional grooming every 4 to 8 weeks, often S$50 to S$100 a session for this coat, plus the annual AVS licence (S$13.50 to S$81), routine vet visits, and preventive care such as deworming and parasite control. Many owners also take out pet insurance, which can run a few hundred dollars a year. A Maltese typically lives 12–15 years. Over that span the high-grooming coat is the line item that varies most between owners, so it is the number worth pricing honestly before you commit.
See the full puppy price guide for Singapore, and what is included with every Maltese further down this page.
How to buy a Maltese ethically in Singapore
"Who is an ethical Maltese breeder, and who should I avoid?" is the most asked question in Singapore's dog communities, and it has a checkable answer rather than a rumour-based one. Singapore has plenty of unlicensed and backyard sellers, a Maltese is a 10-plus-year commitment, and three checks protect you from the wrong source.
1. Verify the licence
Only buy from an AVS-licensed seller and check the number yourself on the AVS registry. Ours is BR25052.
2. See the puppy and papers
Meet the Maltese in person, and ask for its health certification, vaccination booklet and ancestry records before you commit.
3. Be wary of bargains
A Maltese priced far below the $4,288–$5,988 range, or a seller who rushes you, is a red flag for an unlicensed or unhealthy source.
Flexible on breed and age? Adoption is the most ethical route of all; our honest adopt-or-buy guide explains what adoption in Singapore actually offers.
Maltese vs. similar breeds
Still deciding? Here is how the Maltese compares with breeds people often weigh it against.
| Breed | Size | HDB flat | Shedding | Energy | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maltese | Toy | HDB-approved | Low | Low–medium | $4,288–$5,988 |
| Maltipoo | Toy | HDB-approved | Low | Medium | $3,288–$5,988 |
| Morkie | Toy | HDB-approved | Low | Medium | $3,288–$5,388 |
| Bichon Frise | Small | HDB-approved | Low | Medium | $3,888–$5,988 |
What's included with your Maltese
Our price is published for a reason: you should know what you are paying for before you message anyone. Every Maltese leaves us vet-checked, vaccinated to date and fully documented, from an AVS-licensed breeder you can verify on the government registry.
Homecoming also includes our free gifts with every puppy.
Pricing, published
$4,288–$5,988
Published price for this breed (SGD).
- Vet health check & vaccinations to date
- Deworming (done with every vaccination visit)
- Health certification & ancestry records
- Microchipped before homecoming
- Door-to-door delivery available
Maltese questions, answered
How much is a Maltese puppy in Singapore?
$4,288–$5,988 for a Maltese from us, licence BR25052. Running costs are driven by the high-grooming coat and a toy dog's food bill.
How much should I pay for a Maltese puppy?
$4,288–$5,988 for a Maltese from us, licence BR25052. Running costs are driven by the high-grooming coat and a toy dog's food bill.
Is Maltese a high maintenance dog?
The coat sets the budget: professional grooming every 4 to 8 weeks for a Maltese, or it mats rather than just looking untidy. Heat is a real risk for this breed, not an inconvenience. The single silky coat handles heat well; many owners keep a shorter "puppy cut" in Singapore to reduce daily grooming and tangles. At 2–4 kg it is genuinely fragile — a missed step or rough play with a small child injures a Maltese. Dental disease, patellar luxation and tear staining are the common issues, and some lines carry portosystemic (liver) shunts. Keep teeth and the white face clean and dry.
Is a Maltese HDB-approved?
Yes. The Maltese is on HDB’s approved breed list and is one of the most popular flat dogs in Singapore.
Does a Maltese trigger allergies?
Less than most breeds. The Maltese has a single, low-shedding coat rather than a fur undercoat, which makes it one of the more allergy-friendly toy breeds, though no dog is fully hypoallergenic.
How much exercise does a Maltese need?
The Maltese has modest exercise needs: one or two short daily walks in the cooler hours plus a little indoor play is usually enough. That makes it a manageable choice for busy owners and smaller homes.
Are Malteses good with children and families?
Malteses can be lovely family dogs, but their tiny size means they are best with gentle, older children who will not handle them roughly; always supervise play with toddlers.
How much does it cost to own a Maltese in Singapore?
Beyond the Maltese's purchase price of $4,288–$5,988, expect roughly S$40 to S$80 a month on food, plus grooming, the annual AVS licence (S$13.50 to S$81), routine vet care, and optional pet insurance. Grooming is the swing factor: high-grooming coats cost more to maintain.
How big does a Maltese get?
The Maltese is a toy breed, weighing about 2–4 kg fully grown. That size is within HDB’s approved range, so it suits a flat.
How do I find a responsible Maltese breeder in Singapore?
Insist on an AVS-licensed seller whose licence you can verify on the government registry, ask to see the puppy in person and its health and vaccination records, and be wary of unusually cheap Maltese listings or sellers who rush you past the paperwork. Puppy Singapore is licensed under BR25052 and shows you exactly where to check it.
How long do Malteses live?
A Maltese typically lives 12–15 years. For this breed the levers that matter most are keeping it lean and limiting repeated jumping, which protects the joints this breed is screened for.
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