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Maltese puppies and dogs in Encinitas, California

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Joyous Jiggs

Maltese Bichon Frise

Male, 3 yrs
Carlsbad, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Marti Colwell 10:43 AM (3 hours ago) to Sharon, Terez Hello New Friends, My name is Jiggs, but my friends call me Jiggety Jig, Jiggers, Jiggaloo, Jiggy, and Lil' Jig. I'm a three-year-old little fluff weighing just 8 pounds and quite the ladies man! Although I’m small in stature, my heart is much bigger than my actual size! Mom told me I should start by mentioning my eyes. I have big, soulful brown eyes that make me hard to resist. I also have an expressive face that communicates what I'm thinking. Most of the time, what I'm thinking is, "Can I come with you?" because being close to my people is my favorite thing in the world. I'm a sweet, loving boy who absolutely LOVES to be petted. If you walk towards me, chances are I'll roll right onto my back and offer my tummy for belly rubs. Every now and then I'll let you pick me up, but honestly, I'd rather keep all four paws on the ground (so I can follow you wherever you're going.) I take my job as your little shadow very seriously! My foster family says I'm a mellow, quiet fellow who thrives on routine. When life is predictable and I know where my people are, I'm one happy boy with a wagging tail. In fact, I don't always come when called—unless it's dinner time or bedtime—but don't worry, because I'll be following you wherever you go and resting nearby whenever I can. I get along with other dogs, cats, and people, but I'm also a shy boy who is still learning that the world is a safe place. I'll need a patient family, preferably someone experienced with helping dogs build confidence and social skills. Once I trust you, my loving personality shines through and you'll see just how special I am! I'd love a home where someone is home most of the time because I'd much rather spend my day with you than by myself. Usually I'm very quiet, but if I can't find you, you might hear a howl that sounds more like a lone wolf than an eight-pound bundle of fluff! I am housebroken, healthy, ride nicely in the car, and I'm eager to learn. Every day I'm becoming a little braver and more confident. I've begun to walk on a leash and have even started accepting the treats I previously turned down, For me, it's all about feeling safe, loved, and secure. When I do, my confidence grows and my sweet personality blossoms. Oh, and before I forget, Dad wanted me to tell you that I have a “shoe fascination.” Now I don't chew shoes—I simply move them around. He thinks I'm trying to organize them. (Maybe I secretly wear them when nobody's looking. A gentleman never tells!) My Ideal Home: * A loving home *Someone home most of the time *Adults (females preferred) * No other FurKids required (I want to be the center of someone’s world! * A nice yard to run and sun in Experience level: *Have had dogs as an adult *Recent/current dog experience a plus I'm beautiful, loving, shy, intelligent, and soulful. My Mom and Dad agree that I'm one of the sweetest boys in the world. All I'm looking for is a forever family, a yard of my own to explore, lots of cuddles, and a home where I can spend my days loving and being loved. Please ask for me! I’ll be waiting and learning new things every day. Tail wags and more, Joyous Jiggs
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Tintin

Maltese Poodle (Standard)

Male, Senior
Escondido, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
How this pet arrived:This pet not currently available for adoption. This pet was brought in by Humane Law Enforcement on 6-15-26. Why this pet is the one for you: Say hello to Tintin! Tintin is a sweet senior pup, looking for someone to spend his golden years with. Tintin prefers a quiet life, spent with his favorite people who will let him be the lap dog he is meant to be. If you are looking for a companion dog like Tintin, come ask about him at our Escondido campus today! At SDHS:This pet has been vaccinated, microchipped and neutered. This pet is now ready for adoption! Primary Color: White Weight: 12 Age: 12yrs 9mths 3wks
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Bonita - Pretty in Spanish

Maltese Schnauzer (Miniature)

Female, 1 yr 7 mos
El Cajon, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
ADOPTION EVENT OR MEET & GREET APPOINTMENTS: Please text us to find out about our next adoption events OR appointments at 619-576-0747 Her history: She was living in a hoarder situation along with other pets which we rescued:) She is about 1 to 1 1/2 years old. Has a very sweet temperament; a cuddle bug, loves to give you kisses. Loves everyone, kids, humans, dogs and cats - she even cleans the cat's ears. Lol!! She loves to ride in the car, not a barker; very calm for such a young girl. Walks well on a leash and she is crate trained. Full grown at 12 pound currently weight; she is in addition low shedding, on the side of some hypoallergenic due to having Maltese & Schnauzer in her:) Don't wait longer; bring her home with you to enjoy the holidays coming up!! Bonita loves her buddy Todd; they both love each other; in case you are looking for an additional dog. Adoption fee includes being spayed/neutered and core vaccines, dewormed and a complementary health check up at our participating vet clinics. Please text us at 619-576-0747 for faster response; or email email us at Angels4dogscats@gmail.com if interested in scheduling a meet and greet prior to our adoption event. Please MUST complete an application if you are ready to adopt at AngelsForDogsAndCatsRescue.org or at AAOFUS.ORG Thank you for helping us to keep saving lives by adopting from us!!! LIVE!!! LOVE!!! LAUGH!!! AND ADOPT A RESCUED DOG!!!
Bonded Pair
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Amazing Nino

Maltese Jack Russell Terrier

Male, 2 yrs 3 mos
El Cajon, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Come to meet her at our monthly events at Petco: 1780 Garnet Ave - Pacific Beach, ca 92109 by Vons & CVS - Next Adoption Event Saturday 11/09 - from 3 to 5 pm - there will be a bake fundraising event from 11 to 2 pm Our sweet Boy NIno is so playful. he enjoys hours playing with his little bonded sister Nina. In addition, he gets along with other dogs - and cats and loves children and people. He is a love bug who will bring you lots of love. Nino is so similar to sister Nina; although they don't look much alike; they are from different father's while Nina and Bella Ella and mama Nellita are so similar looking, our boy is different but so sweet. He is the sweet brother looking always for her sister's protection as she Nina is the boss:) He is Off white with beige, with so cute booties; and his little body is like a Chiwinee - a Chihuahua Doxy mixed with Maltese, as he has such a soft coat. Adoption fee includes being neutered and he has all his 3 core puppy vaccines, dewormed and a complementary health check up at our participating vet clinics. Please text us at 619-576-0747 or email email us at Angels4dogscats@gmail.com Please MUST complete an application if you are ready to adopt at AngelsForDogsAndCatsRescue.org or at AAOFUS.ORG Please text us to let us know you have applied - please check out the bio of bonded brother Nino Thank you for saving lives by adopting from us!!! LIVE!!! LOVE!!! ADOPT OUR RESCUED BONDED PAIR!!!
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Adorable Nellita - Petite girl

Maltese Shih Tzu

Female, 3 yrs 9 mos
El Cajon, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
ADOPTION EVENT & FOOD DRIVE: Saturday 06/01/24 from 4:00 to 6:00 pm at Petco: 1780 Garnet Ave. Pacific Beach - San Diego, CA 92109 - by Vons & CVS. Come and meet our sweet petite mama "Nellita" or text us to request a meet & greet appointment for serious adopters - She has giving birth about 5 months ago and her pups have been adopted; now is her turn:) Sweet, great with kids and other dogs -. Nellita is full grown at about 10-12 pounds. Has a soft coat of a Maltese and the tail and some traits of the Shit Zu.. She is consider to be semii-hypoallernic or low shedding. She will be ideal with any type of families:) She gets along with other dogs, and she is cat friendly. She loves kids. Nellita is crate trained and leash trained:) Are you ready to give her a forever home? Please text us at 619-576-0747 as 1st type of contact or email at Angels4dogscats@gmail.com or visit our website at www.aaofus.org and complete our application at the following link: http://aaofus.org/adoption-application.html . or at AngelsForDogsAndCatsRescue.org If approved, the adoption coordinator will reach out to you to schedule a Meet-and-Greet appointment. No appointments will be made unless we have received an application; therefore, we can match you with the best fit for you. Follow us on Instagram @aaofus where you can see more pics. Please allow 48 hours to process applications and respond back to set up appointments. Unfortunately, responses back to those who do not qualify are not possible due to high volume of applications. Donation Adoption fee includes up-to-date 3 core puppy vaccinations; spaying or neutering, deworming, and a complementary health check up by a participating clinic near you. If an adult, the pet will have their yearly DHLPP vaccination as well. Please consider adopting a 2nd fur baby! Due to high volume of calls; NO PHONE calls are accepted at this time - therefore, please text us or email us. LIVE!! LOVE!!! RESCUE!! ADOPT A HOMELESS PET AND SAVE A LIFE!!
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Manolo & Miguel (not bonded)

Maltese Border Terrier

Male, 5 mos
El Cajon, CA
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
location to be posted soon. Come and meet our sweet, smart, playful, gorgeous, low shedding, miniature Maltese/Border Terrier Hybrid blends at 7 lbs. Manolo & Manuel have a sister Ginny as well:) ADOPTION EVENT: Come and join us for a day of love and fun: At Kafecito event from 12 to 5 pm. Sunday 06/14/26 Address: text us for address please at 619-576-0747 There will be different vendors, raffles; a nice afternoon to visit our rescued dogs and kittens. 10:00 AM 3:00 PM Pets don't need to be adopted together; however, if you are looking for 2 pets; this will be ideal:) Donation Adoption fee includes being neutered and he has all his 3 core puppy vaccines, dewormed and a complementary health check up at our participating vet clinics. Please text us at 619-576-0747 or email email us at Angels4dogscats@gmail.com Please MUST complete an application if you are ready to adopt at AngelsForDogsAndCatsRescue.org or at AAOFUS.ORG Thank you for saving lives by adopting from us!!! LIVE! LOVE!! LAUGH!!! ADOPT A RESCUED DOG OR CAT!!!

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3.1 miles

Bichon FurKids Rescue

6965 El Camino Real, #105-425, Carlsbad, CA 92009

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13.8 miles

San Diego Humane Society - Escondido Campus

3500 Burnet Drive, Escondido, CA 92027

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

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Rescue

14.3 miles

Animal Advocates of the US - San Diego Chapter

El Cajon, CA 92122

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits

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Rescue

16.4 miles

The Barking Lot

San Diego, CA 92117

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

18.5 miles

Maltese Rescue California - San Diego County Area

San Diego, CA 92111

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

21.7 miles

Fallbrook Animal Sanctuary

230-232 W. Aviation Rd., Fallbrook, CA 92028

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Shelter

23.7 miles

Frosted Faces Foundation

1448 Pine St, Ramona, CA 92065

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

24.5 miles

Lionel's Legacy

11937 Woodside Ave., Lakeside, CA 92040

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

31.3 miles

Retrievers and Friends of Southern California, Inc.

P.O. Box 1822, Temecula, CA 92593

Pet Types: cats, dogs, farm animals, horses, rabbits

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Rescue

45.3 miles

Compassionate Animal Rescue for Medical Aid

27672 Crown Valley Pkwy, Mission Viejo, CA 92691

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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