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Maltese puppies and dogs in Vancouver, British Columbia

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Hari

Maltese

Female, 5 yrs
Vancouver, BC
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hello… my name is Hari. I’m a 5-year-old Maltese mix girl, about 6kg, and for the first time in my life… I’m learning what it means to live for myself. For many years, my whole world was a tiny metal cage. No sunlight. No soft voice calling my name with love. Only the sound of humans demanding one thing from me over and over—to be a mother, again and again, even though I never got to hold or keep any of my babies. Whenever my puppies were taken from me, I tried to chew through the bars to reach them. My teeth became worn down from trying so hard… trying to find them, trying not to give up. I cried quietly and waited, hoping someone would finally come for me. One day, someone did. I was rescued—saved from that place—and for the very first time, I was given a chance to live a life that belongs to me. A life where I never have to breed again. A life where nothing precious is taken away from me anymore. I’m a very calm, very gentle girl. I hardly ever bark. And when I see people, fear isn’t the first thing I feel—joy is. I walk toward you slowly, shyly, but with a little wagging tail… hoping you’ll notice me. Hoping you’ll love me. But everything outside that cage is new to me. Home life, walks, daily routines, learning where to go potty… I’m five years old, but in many ways, I’m just beginning. I will need someone patient, someone kind, who can teach me what every dog should’ve known from the start—that I’m safe, that I’m wanted, and that love doesn’t disappear. I love people more than anything. I feel most at peace when I’m beside a human. If the house is empty for too long, I might become anxious… not because I’m difficult, but because I spent so many years wondering if anyone would ever stay. I’m learning that family means “forever,” and I hope you can show me what that feels like. I don’t want to be a tool anymore. I want to be a family member. I want to spend the rest of my life giving and receiving love—real love, the kind that stays. I’m searching for someone who will become my very first true family. Someone who will fill the years I have left with warmth, safety, and memories I’ve never been allowed to have. If you choose me… I promise I will give you every bit of my heart. With hope, Hari 🤍🐾

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Hari

Maltese

Female, 5 yrs
Vancouver, BC
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hello… my name is Hari. I’m a 5-year-old Maltese mix girl, about 6kg, and for the first time in my life… I’m learning what it means to live for myself. For many years, my whole world was a tiny metal cage. No sunlight. No soft voice calling my name with love. Only the sound of humans demanding one thing from me over and over—to be a mother, again and again, even though I never got to hold or keep any of my babies. Whenever my puppies were taken from me, I tried to chew through the bars to reach them. My teeth became worn down from trying so hard… trying to find them, trying not to give up. I cried quietly and waited, hoping someone would finally come for me. One day, someone did. I was rescued—saved from that place—and for the very first time, I was given a chance to live a life that belongs to me. A life where I never have to breed again. A life where nothing precious is taken away from me anymore. I’m a very calm, very gentle girl. I hardly ever bark. And when I see people, fear isn’t the first thing I feel—joy is. I walk toward you slowly, shyly, but with a little wagging tail… hoping you’ll notice me. Hoping you’ll love me. But everything outside that cage is new to me. Home life, walks, daily routines, learning where to go potty… I’m five years old, but in many ways, I’m just beginning. I will need someone patient, someone kind, who can teach me what every dog should’ve known from the start—that I’m safe, that I’m wanted, and that love doesn’t disappear. I love people more than anything. I feel most at peace when I’m beside a human. If the house is empty for too long, I might become anxious… not because I’m difficult, but because I spent so many years wondering if anyone would ever stay. I’m learning that family means “forever,” and I hope you can show me what that feels like. I don’t want to be a tool anymore. I want to be a family member. I want to spend the rest of my life giving and receiving love—real love, the kind that stays. I’m searching for someone who will become my very first true family. Someone who will fill the years I have left with warmth, safety, and memories I’ve never been allowed to have. If you choose me… I promise I will give you every bit of my heart. With hope, Hari 🤍🐾
We'll also keep you updated on Noah's adoption status with email updates.
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Noah

Maltese

Male, 9 yrs 1 mo
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, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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.
We'll also keep you updated on Runo's adoption status with email updates.
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Runo

Maltese Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Male, 3 yrs 2 mos
Port Coquitlam, BC
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
✅Currently located in South Korea✅️ 💟Available to fly to Vancouver & Toronto💟 Meet Runo💛 1.) Health Condition * Neuter: Complete. * Others: Microchipped, heartworm negative 2.) Rescue Story * Runo was staying at the Gimje City Shelter. He had been waiting for a long time for a family to show up, but they never did. It would have been hard for him to receive adequate care during the long Korean Thanksgiving holidays at the overcrowded shelter. Adogs urgently rescued him so he wouldn’t have to spend the holidays alone. 3.) Basic Information * With People: Isn’t shy, even with strangers and really likes people! He radiates happiness with his bigt smile and is a cutie. * With Dogs: Gets along with the other dogs at the Center with no issues. * With Cats: Hasn’t met cats yet. * Separation Anxiety: Unclear, since he’s living communally at the Center. * Potty Training:Unclear, since he’s living at the Center. * Walks: It hasn’t been long since he’s arrived at the Center so it isn’t certain, but he does follow along with his handler because he likes walks. * Car Sickness: Unclear, but doesn’t appear to have car sickness. * Biting: Doesn’t bite. * Barking: Doesn’t bark in particular.
We'll also keep you updated on Moongmang's adoption status with email updates.
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Moongmang

Maltese Bichon Frise

Male, 1 yr
Port Coquitlam, BC
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
💙 Name: Moongmang 💙 Gender: Male 💙 Age: Estimated 1 year old (Born in May 2024) 💙 Weight: 6.9 kg / 15.21 lb 💙 Adogs News Account: @_adogs_ 1⃣ Health Condition * Neutered. * Microchipped. 2⃣ Rescue Story * Moongmang was staying at the Gimje City Shelter. We couldn’t ignore the look in his eyes as he longed for a warm touch. With the shelter’s harsh environment, the increasingly cold weather, and rising infection risks, Adogs made the urgent decision to rescue him. 3⃣ Basic Information * With People: Loves people and approaches without any shyness. Is a sweet boy who loves being close to humans. * With Dogs: Gets along well with other dogs. * With Cats: Has not met any cats yet. * Separation Anxiety: Since he currently lives in a group setting at our center, it’s hard to know for sure. Will need training from the beginning once he goes to a home. Has not shown any particular symptoms. * Potty Training: Unknown due to living in a group environment at our center. * Walks: Has no experience with walks yet. * Hygiene: Stays calm during grooming and baths. * Car Sickness: No signs of motion sickness so far. * Has never shown biting behavior. * When confined, he may whine a little to be let out.
We'll also keep you updated on Blanc's adoption status with email updates.
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Blanc

Maltese

Male, 4 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, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
✅Currently located in South Korea✅️ 💟Available to fly to Vancouver & Toronto💟 Meet Blanc🌟 💙 Adogs News Account: @_adogs_ 1.) Health Condition * Neutered. * Microchipped, heartworm negative, fully recovered from giardia, and dental scaling completed. 2.) Rescue Story * Blanc was staying at the Gimje City Shelter. He was so fond of people that he was constantly waiting for his family, but no one to adopt him. Seemed unable to bear the bitter cold in the poor shelter as the weather was getting cold. Adogs finally rescued him in time. 3.) Basic Information * With People: Likes people so much that he approaches everyone without being shy! Comes when called and jumps onto your lap to sit. Enjoys being petted and tends to be around people. Is such a clingy type that he even tries to sleep in the bed with you. * With Dogs: Stays calm with other dogs. Prefers to rest quietly by himself rather than hanging out with other dogs. Doesn't like other dogs approaching him when he is sitting on a person's lap. * With Cats: Hasn't met a cat yet. * Separation Anxiety: Not confirmed because he is living in a group at our center. Needs trainng from the beginning when adopted. * Potty Training: Is currently living indoors at our center. Has an 80% success rate on using potty pads. Doesn’t mark and doesn’t lift his leg when peeing. * Hygiene: Take grooming and bath very well. * Car Sickness: Hasn't shown any symptoms of motion sickness yet. * Has never had a bite. * Never barked nor whined. May need training when adopted. * Likes treats and sitting on a person's lap. * Doesn't like other dogs coming up when he is in human arms.
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BEAUTY (accepting no more apps) ma

Maltese

Female, 1 yr 6 mos
Langley, BC
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hiya, hiya. My name is BEAUTY and here is a little info about me:Breed: Maltese mixAge: 1-1/2 yrsGender: femaleWeight: 7 kgHeight: tbdCountry of origin: Midfle EastHighlight(s): smart, quiet, friendly adaptable, playfulAren't I a real beauty? Not just externally though, my beauty is more than skin deep. I am beautiful throughout.My early life had been spent locked in a crate inside a bathroom, isolated and forgotten, without sunshine, walks, or affection.When I was finally rescued, I stepped out timid, but gentle. I quickly showed what a loving and sweet girl I truly am. Now safe and discovering the world for the first time, I am blossoming every day—trusting, soft-natured, and ready for a family who will never shut me away again.I am smart, friendly and adaptable. I like to play, but really am a pretty quiet girly.Hoping you will allow me to hang out with you, as your shadow. I am waiting for a home filled with love, freedom, and open doors. Additional vids: https://youtube.com/shorts/yHyc5MFUlDY?feature=share,https://youtube.com/shorts/C4T64FC9BH0?feature=share,https://youtube.com/shorts/ZNs4BPtyNlE?feature=share Energy Level: moderateI get along with:Dogs: yesCats: unknownKids: yes Fears: none observed. Please be patient assisting me in my transition.Training:Leash skills: yes. Please be prepared to continue training.House trained: yes. Please help me learn where to go in my new home. Health notes:I have been spayed/neutered, vaccinated and microchipped.My adoption fee is $850.00 CAD plus applicable taxes. Disclaimer: It is important for all applicants to visit our website, http://www.lovedatlastdogrescue.ca/adopting/ and read about Loved at Last Dog Rescue. Please Note: LALDR highly encourages adopters to research some local dog trainers before their dog arrives. Although a 1-on-1 trainer is often not needed, it is good to have someone in mind in case any problematic behaviours arise. Most bad behaviours can be modified if caught early enough, so make sure to nip undesirable behaviours in the bud before they become serious problems.Basic training should be taken seriously, but should not begin until your dog is well settled in - at least a couple of weeks. After you feel your new dog is relaxed and comfortable in their new home, check out training courses in your local area. Even basic beginner courses like those taught at a local pet store can have a huge benefit in helping your dog learn to socialize and get used to being in public situations, all with the added benefit of strengthening their bond with you. Normally, we will not approve adoptions to homes with children under 12 years of age. However if a dog has been determined to be good with children we will approve applicants with children 8 years or older. More information can be found on our website. The age and breed of a dog is usually an educated guess, so we are not able to guarantee the accuracy of age or breed of our dogs.Information included in the profile is provided to us from the international rescuer or local fosters. LALDR does not have access to overseas dogs and cannot always verify the accuracy of their descriptions. Every dog is an individual and can act differently in different situations based on the person adopting them and the environment in which they live. ##2596874##

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JJANGGU

Bichon Frise Poodle (Toy or Tea Cup)

Male, 2 yrs
Vancouver, BC
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Current Location: Korea 🇰🇷♡ 🐾💙 Jjanggu — the little Bichon boy who loves people with all his heart 💙🐾 📌 Basic Info 🐶 Name: Jjanggu 📅 Age: 2 years old ♂️ Gender: Male / Neutered ⚖️ Weight: 6.6kg (14.5 lbs) 🌼 Breed/Color: Bichon / White 🧡 Personality & Socialization 💛 Loves people — affectionate with both men and women 🐕 Gets along beautifully with other dogs 🤗 No jealousy — loves being touched and handled ⚡ Energy: Medium — calm at home, happy on walks 🔇 Rarely barks / not reactive ⛓ No escape tendencies 🏠 Home Life 🚽 99% pad-trained 🏡 Crate training in progress (adapting very well) 🧸 No destructive behavior 🦮 Walks well on leash 🚗 Calm and relaxed in the car 💔 Rescue Story Jjanggu was abandoned when his previous owner — a foreign worker — left the country and left him behind. He was unwanted once… but he never stopped loving humans. Even after pain, he continues to trust and love. 💗 💜 Jjanggu is fully ready to meet his forever family. This time, not abandonment… but a family who will stay forever. Please help give him the warm, happy ending he deserves. 🏡✨

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Dream Tails Rescue-Vancouver

Vancouver, BC V5Y 3P8

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ADOGS(Adopt Dogs) - YVR Transport

Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 1E6

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Rescue

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Loved At Last Dog Rescue

Langley, BC V4W 1M6

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42 miles

I Helped Save Rescue - Canada

Abbotsford, BC V3G 3G4

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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