In 1987 I purchased my first Maltese and fell in love with the breed. They have a lively and vivacious temperament. Maltese are a loyal loving companion. At Rijes, we strive to breed that lively temperament with sound structure and movement.

I started attending dog shows and was fascinated with the beauty of the Maltese in the ring. In the early nineties I purchased my first show dog and this started my show career and a hobby that I have thoroughly enjoyed. I joined the Bay Area Maltese Club and was very active in relocating the club, which is currently the California Central Valley Maltese Club. I have held the office of recording secretary, corresponding secretary and currently I am the treasurer of CCVMC. I am also a member of the American Maltese Association and the Nor-Cal Toy Dog Fanciers.

Raising Maltese and showing Maltese is a hobby for me and I have very few litters each year. My Maltese are pets first and if they enjoy showing we attend shows and they get their championship. All of my Maltese travel with me to the shows and enjoy the socialization with people and other dogs. I am currently training CH Rijes Imagine That in obedience and agility.

Maltese make wonderful pets and will steal your heart as they have mine.