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Maltese puppies and dogs in British Columbia

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Below are our newest added Maltese available for adoption in British Columbia. To see more adoptable Maltese in British Columbia, use the search tool below to enter specific criteria!
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Kiwi

Maltese/Mixed Breed (Small)

Female, 3 yrs 1 mo
Port Coquitlam, BC
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained,
Story
✅Currently located in South Korea✅️💟Available to fly to Vancouver & Toronto💟The prices listed are based on USD, and the adoption fee will be calculated in CAD according to the exchange rate.Meet  Kiwi💛 🌟1️⃣ Health Condition Spayed, Microchipped, heartworm negative, and dental scaling completed. Diagnosed with Grade 2 Patellar Luxation. May require surgery in the future. Care is needed to prevent her from jumping high or running too fast.2️⃣ Rescue Story Kiwi spent a nightmare-like time at an illegal breeding farm in Pyeongtaek, forced to give birth repeatedly. To give these souls a real chance at life, Adogs rescued Kiwi along with five other friends.3️⃣ Basic Information With People: Likes people so much. Is a bright and bubbly girl who approaches everyone without hesitation, acting adorable and asking for pets. With Dogs: While she doesn't actively play with other dogs, she gets along peacefully with her center mates. With Cats: Hasn’t met a cat yet. Separation Anxiety: Unknown because she lives in a group setting at our center. Training will be needed once she moves into a home. Potty Training: Currently does outdoor pottying at our center. Will need patient guidance to learn the routine in a new home. Hygiene: Stayed calm during baths, grooming, ear cleaning, and nail trims. Walks: Is still adjusting to center life and hasn't had formal walking experience yet. Car Sickness: Handles long car rides well without any motion sickness. Has shown no biting or barking so far. May need training in a home environment. Loves toys!
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Yongsik

Maltese

Male, 5 yrs 1 mo
Vancouver, BC
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
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*Note: Yongsik is currently in a foster home in Vancouver, where he lives peacefully with two cats.For more info about the dog or the adoption application, please click this link.BackgroundYongsik was rescued from a puppy mill in Gimpo in December 2025. After his rescue, he stayed at our partner boarding house where he lived with other small dogs. He is now in a foster home in Vancouver, living with two cats.Personality and SocializationYongsik is a sweet and loving little boy with a medium energy level. He has a gentle and classic Maltese personality. He is smart, affectionate, and enjoys being close to people. Yongsik is comfortable meeting new people and greets both men and women with a friendly and open nature. He loves attention and cherishes every moment of affection.With other dogs, Yongsik is playful and friendly. He feels most at ease around small dogs and enjoys their company. Larger dogs can make him a bit nervous, but he remains gentle and calm. Yongsik is good with cats.BehaviourYongsik rides very well in the car and usually rests quietly during trips. He does not like nail clipping or grooming, but is fine with bathing. Yongsik is a very smart boy who learns new things quickly, and with gentle guidance, he continues to improve and build confidence.Health and DietYongsik is healthy and has received full veterinary care. He is neutered, fully vaccinated, microchipped, and receives regular parasite prevention. He eats dry kibble twice a day and has not shown any signs of allergies.Yongsik has patellar luxation in his hind legs, graded 1 and 2. It does not affect his quality of life. He walks and runs well with no problem. At this stage, he does not need any special treatment or medication. But regular exercise, joint supplements, and routine check ups are recommended. He has a few missing front teeth and has completed his dental work.Ideal HomeYongsik would do best in a calm and loving home where someone is around most of the time. A home with someone who works from home or a retired person would be ideal for him. Having another friendly small dog would be wonderful for him, as he grew up around other dogs and truly enjoys their company. With patience, understanding, and love, Yongsik will continue to grow in confidence and enjoy life more each day. He is affectionate, smart, and very loyal. The family who welcomes him home will be very lucky.*Note: Yongsik is currently in Korea but will arrive in Vancouver on May 2.For more info about the dog or the adoption application, please click this link.
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Noah

Maltese

Male, 9 yrs 7 mos
Port Coquitlam, BC
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained,
Story
✅️Currently located in South Korea✅️ Meet Noah🤍 💙 Noah’s Account: @aki.noa.sushi 1. Health • Neutering/Spaying: Completed • Other: Microchipped; had bladder stone surgery and molar extraction. Fully blind in one eye due to cataracts. Experiences coughing when temperatures drop, requiring steroid medication if coughing occurs. Has partial hearing loss. All teeth except molars have been extracted, so he cannot eat hard treats. 2. Rescue Story • Noah was rescued from a breeding facility alongside Aji and Aki before Adogs officially formed. He was adopted, but after his adopter passed away suddenly in September 2024, Noah returned to Adogs. He is looking for a family to help him overcome his grief and begin a new chapter of life. 3. Personality & Habits • With People: Very affectionate and sweet, loves both strangers and familiar people, and often approaches first asking for pets. • With Dogs: Gets along well with other dogs, both familiar and new friends. May show cute jealousy if another dog gets attention. • Separation Anxiety: Calm when left with Aki, though Aki has separation anxiety that affects Noah. If left with another dog or person, he waits quietly. • House Training: Fully pee pad trained (100% accuracy), though he prefers pooping outdoors. He tends to pee near the edge of the pad, so surrounding it with a fence or holder is helpful. • Hygiene/Grooming: Very calm and well-behaved during baths, drying, and brushing. • Walking on Leash: Walks well on a leash without pulling and keeps pace nicely. 4. Special Notes • May bark briefly when a stranger enters the room for the first time. In the evenings, he may bark for 5 minutes normally, or 20–30 minutes if he has extra energy. • Has a strong food drive and eats quickly when excited for meals, so feeding slowly and calmly is recommended.

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Free Korean Dogs - Vancouver Transport

650 18th Ave West, Vancouver , BC V5Z 1V8

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ADOGS(Adopt Dogs) - YVR Transport

Port Coquitlam , BC V3C 1E6

Pet Types: dogs

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