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Maltese puppies and dogs in California

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Below are our newest added Maltese available for adoption in California. To see more adoptable Maltese in California, use the search tool below to enter specific criteria!
We'll also keep you updated on Boo's adoption status with email updates.
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Boo

Maltese/Poodle (Miniature)

Female, 11 yrs
San Gabriel, CA
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Boo

Maltese/Poodle (Miniature)

Female, 11 yrs
Pomona, CA
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Ruby

Maltese/Lhasa Apso

Female, 5 yrs
Irvine, CA
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(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
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PLEASE COMPLETE OUR ADOPTION APPLICATION AT WWW.LOVEBUGSRESCUE.ORG IF YOU'D LIKE TO MEET RUBY - PLEASE READ HER FULL LISTING BEFORE APPLYING TO ADOPT: Meet Ruby, a resilient little soul with a heart full of love and a spirit that refuses to quit. Ruby is a 5-year-old, 18 lb Maltese mix who came from an unimaginably neglectful situation. She had been living outside in a filthy crate covered by a tarp, with a severely matted coat. She had such advanced dental disease that her jaw fractured as a result. Despite everything she has endured, Ruby has continued to amaze us every step of the way with her strength, sweetness, and determination. Ruby has recovered from her dental and her jaw fracture is healed. You can tell how much happier she is as a result! Ruby's back left leg has a partial amputation, which we don't know the history of. It doesn't seem to bother her and she gets around just fine on 3 legs. We are working to get her fitted for a prosthetic that she can wear long term. Ruby was also diagnosed with a heart murmur, but she is on medication for this and hasn't been symptomatic. It will be something that should be monitored with an echocardiogram every 6 months. Since coming into rescue, she has grown stronger and healthier, blossoming into a happy little companion who is ready to begin her next chapter with a loving family of her own. Ruby is friendly, affectionate, and enjoys the company of other dogs and even cats too. She loves car rides, adventures, and being close to her people. Ruby is also extremely well-mannered in the home and has a calm, gentle presence that makes her such a joy to be around. After all she’s been through, Ruby deserves a family who will cherish her, spoil her, and show her the love and safety she’s always deserved. Ruby's adoption fee is $400 and that includes her spay, microchip, vaccines current, deworming, flea treatment, recent dental and grooming. Apply to adopt at www.lovebugsrescue.org
We'll also keep you updated on Maddie's adoption status with email updates.
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Maddie

Maltese/Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

Female, Adult
Cherry Valley, CA
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Maddie is a super sweet Maltese / Yorkie mix who weighs about 10 lbs and is 18 months old. She is a absolute doll who loves to be held and cuddled and can t  wait to find a home to call her very own. This sweet girl does well with other small dogs and is such a cutie you really need to see her in person. To adopt sweet Maddie please fill out an adoption application which will help us set up a meet and greet. Our rescue is located in Cherry Valley CaMay 13, 2026, 9:55 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Misha's adoption status with email updates.
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Misha

Maltese

Female, 10 yrs
Redondo Beach, CA
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(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Good with dogs, House-trained,
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Meet Misha! She's an adorable senior Maltese girl we rescued on her last day. Misha was so scared in the shelter, she didn't make a good first impression to potential adopters. When her time ran out, the shelter set a euthanasia date for her. We were able to save her in the nick of time. Outside of the scary shelter, Misha's personality came out. She's very loving once she gets to know you, and is well behaved. We had her seen by our vet, including labs, and had her dental done. The vet said she's a healthy little girl. Misha is ready to meet her new person and shower them with love. She is only 7 lbs, is house trained, and well behaved. Misha is looking for someone who realizes that older girls deserve love too! Misha would make a great companion for someone who is retired or works from home. She also gets along well with other dogs. Even though she's 10 yrs old, small dogs like Misha live well into their late teens, so she's barely middle aged! If you'd like to meet Misha, please complete our adoption application found on dexterfoundation.com
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Toto

Maltese

Male, Senior
San Jose, CA
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(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Good with dogs, Good with cats,
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You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Sweet Senior Boy! Meet Toto — the ultimate little shadow and devoted best friend. This 10-year-old Maltese mix has never met a stranger he didn’t love. Toto gets along beautifully with dogs, cats, and every human lucky enough to cross his path. Whether you’re heading out for errands or planning your next road trip, Toto is always ready to ride shotgun as the perfect travel companion. At heart, Toto is a classic velcro dog. He loves being close to his people and will absolutely let you know if he feels underappreciated or overdue for a cozy nap. Equal parts sweet and spirited, this active senior still has plenty of pep in his step and lots of love to give. Toto recently had a full dental and is feeling better than ever. He does best with soft food now, but there’s a silver lining — he’ll never need another dental procedure! He can thrive as your one-and-only pup, soaking up all the attention, or he’d happily join a pack of canine friends who can help show him the ropes in his new home. When Toto first arrived at SVPP, he needed quite a bit of TLC after falling on hard times. Thanks to loving care, he’s blossomed back into the happy, affectionate little dog he was always meant to be. Now, all that’s missing is a forever family to call his own. Could Toto be the perfect addition to your home? Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.May 13, 2026, 4:25 pm

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Maltese shelters & rescues in California

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for Maltese puppies in California. Browse these Maltese rescues and shelters below.

Here are a few organizations

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Lionel's Legacy

11937 Woodside Ave., Lakeside , CA 92040

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San Diego Last Chance Ranch

11727 Invierno Dr., San Diego , CA 92124

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals, horses, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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The Barking Lot

San Diego , CA 92117

Pet Types: dogs

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Second Chance Dog Rescue

4284 Cass Street, San Diego , CA 92109

Pet Types: dogs

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Animal Advocates of the US - San Diego Chapter

El Cajon , CA 92122

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California Labradors Retrievers and More

San Diego , CA 92121

Pet Types: dogs

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Frosted Faces Foundation

1448 Pine St, Ramona , CA 92065

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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ARRF (Animal Rescue Resource Foundation)

(we're a FOSTER program; NO SHELTER!), Carlsbad , CA 92011

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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SPOT (Saving Pets One at a Time)

3784 Mission Ave Ste 148-356, Oceanside , CA 92058

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Maltese information

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Where do Malteses come from? How many types of Malteses are there? From the history of the breed to question about average height, weight and size, brush up on these basic facts about the Maltese.

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