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Peanut

Maltese Poodle (Miniature)

Male, 10 yrs 1 mo
Westlake Village, CA
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
Peanut is an adorable Maltese/Poodle Mix, 10 years old and weighs 16 lbs. He and his best buddy Butter were dumped at a high kill shelter after the owners decided they didn’t want them anymore. Peanut has the sweetest personality; he is starved for human affection and kindness. He is good with other dogs (besides Butter). We don’t know what their previous living situation was but they both love being outdoors and investigating the yard! Peanut is up to date on vaccines, neutered and microchipped. If you are interested in him and Butter, please go to our website: www.amrdog.org and complete the application. If you would like more information, please go to our website: terriersrus.org and complete the application. For more information, email us @ terriersrus26@gmail.com Find us on instagram @ terriersrus_rescue To see a video on Peanut and Butter, go here: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DbJTUUetcel/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
Bonded Pair
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Butter

Maltese Poodle (Miniature)

Male, 10 yrs 1 mo
Westlake Village, CA
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
Butter is a handsome Maltese/Poodle Mix, 10 years old and weighs 20 lbs. He and his best buddy Peanut were dumped at a high kill shelter after the owners decided they didn’t want them anymore. Butter is a bit overweight, so he is on a diet to lose a little! Butter has the sweetest personality; he is starved for human affection and kindness. He is good with other dogs (besides Peanut). We don’t know what their previous living situation was but they both love being outdoors and investigating the yard! Butter is up to date on vaccines, neutered and microchipped. If you are interested in him and Peanut, please go to our website: terriersrus.org and complete the application. For more information, email us @ terriersrus26@gmail.com Find us on instagram @ terriersrus_rescue To see a video on Peanut and Butter, go here: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DbJTUUetcel/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
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Mokka

Maltese Silky Terrier

Female, 11 yrs 2 mos
Canoga Park, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This adorable 11 year old (as of June 2026) girl was recently returned to us because her guardian could no longer care for her. She has lots of energy (don't let her age fool you!) is playful and sweet and she would love a second chance for a forever home with you! To find out how to meet this dog please submit an application from our website, email us at adopt@petadoptionfund.org or call our rescue center at (818) 340-1186
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CHANTILLY

Maltese

Female, Adult
Santa Monica, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
PLEASE READ THIS PROFILE AND THE REQUESTED CRITERIA BEFORE CALLING OR SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION. THANKS FOR YOUR ATTENTION AND CONSIDERATION MEET CHANTILLY....“Chantilly lace with a pretty face” really describes this 9 lb, 6 yr old, white, Maltese Mix (doesn’t seem to shed)...who came from the Moreno Valley Shelter a true mess before she was groomed! Her teeth looked like she had been eating dirt...but we did a dental and she had zero extractions (amazing for a Maltese!) This poor little lady was very shut down and withdrawn...she wasn’t feeling well with a severe UTI, which was treated successfully. Now she is a bundle of love and sweet, calm energy! Chantilly’s favorite pastimes are kissing, cuddling and chasing after toys — not too sure what to do with them if she gets there, and always lets her foster roomie get them first — but she has a very sweet personality and is very human oriented. While she doesn’t HAVE to go with another dog, she doesn’t like to be alone and will squawk about it for a few minutes, but does settle down. She is petite enough to share brunch on a Sunday...or run errands with you. She is well mannered and happy to be a part of a new family’s life!! Now that she is feeling better, she has energy on her walks and does her business outside or on a pp pad...but no guarantees at your house! Chantilly is very friendly with everyone but quite shy at first. She could be with kids over 8 yrs old...as long as they make sure the door to outside is closed! Not a runner but loves to be out in the fresh air! Does Chantilly sound like a pup who could open your big heart to love? She is healthy, happy and ready for her next adventure in life — could that be with you? Our website is updated daily. Please do not apply for this dog unless your home fits the specified criteria. All of our dogs are spayed/neutered, microchipped, groomed, vet checked, dewormed, deflea'd and come with a leash, collar and ID If you are interested in adopting a pup from Lhasa Happy Homes, please complete the Adoption Application before calling. We will contact you once it has been reviewed. Lhasa Happy Homes will be now holding our adoption events the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month on Main Street in Santa Monica (check calendar link below for special events and directions). Our event is located at 2116 Main Street, in Santa Monica, CA. Here you will have an opportunity to interact with the dogs and see which might be a perfect fit with your household. Main Street is famous for its innovative shops and is close to the beach! Make a day of it!! Metered parking on the street and free parking on 4th and Bicknell Streets. Here you will have an opportunity to interact with the dogs and see which might be a perfect fit with your household....and do some fantastic shopping at the same time! Please do call us if you are coming to see a particular dog to make sure he/she will be at adoptions (we do not bring sick dogs to our adoption events). Please bring pictures or video of your home and yard if we have not done a home check (preferred)! Most importantly, if you have a dog, make sure you bring him or her to do a compatibility match with the dog you are interested in adopting! Don't forget to check out our Events Calendar for more information on upcoming events! See our home page for more details about our adoptions at Lhasa Happy Homes Thanks for thinking rescue and adoption and for considering saving a life. It will be the best gift you ever give yourself or your family.
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RORY

Maltese Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Male, Young
Santa Monica, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
PLEASE READ THIS PROFILE AND THE REQUESTED CRITERIA BEFORE CALLING OR SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION. THANKS FOR YOUR ATTENTION AND CONSIDERATION MEET RORY….and he is raring to go! We might not be so sure of his breeds, but this 1.5 yr old, gold/white, 11 lb (a bit underweight), Maltese/Spaniel/Terrier ??? pupster has to be the absolute SWEETEST dog we have ever had! He doesn’t shed…but his breed(s) have stumped us except awesome (and he doesn’t shed)! He came to us from the Moreno Valley Shelter, scared to death and didn’t want to engage with anyone there, so they deemed him “not nice.” I beg to differ! Rory wants to meet everyone on the street — dogs and people alike. He does have a bad habit of jumping up to people on walks but sometimes when we go to introduce him, he becomes shy! Rory loves his walks, belly rubs and being up on high places! He does get mischievous and sometimes wants to get into “stuff” — so guard your garbage and anything you hold dear! He won’t destroy anything — at least he hasn’t here — but you never know. He’s only a puppy!! He is quiet, likes other dogs but we don’t believe he has to have one in his life. He’s mainly people oriented and loves attention and being loved. He deserves it 10000000%. He’s even getting the hang of potty training (squats to pp and is NOT a marker)….but no promises at your house! If you are looking for a best friend…Rory will blend into any family situation, except he won’t enjoy being left behind. We don’t know his tolerance for cats, but he is very submissive so he would probably be fine. Not a big barker and no separation anxiety that we’ve seen — just a wonderful soul looking for a forever home. Might that be with you? Our website is updated daily. Please do not apply for this dog unless your home fits the specified criteria. All of our dogs are spayed/neutered, microchipped, groomed, vet checked, dewormed, deflea'd and come with a leash, collar and ID If you are interested in adopting a pup from Lhasa Happy Homes, please complete the Adoption Application before calling. We will contact you once it has been reviewed. Lhasa Happy Homes will be now holding our adoption events the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month on Main Street in Santa Monica (check calendar link below for special events and directions). Our event is located at 2116 Main Street, in Santa Monica, CA. Here you will have an opportunity to interact with the dogs and see which might be a perfect fit with your household. Main Street is famous for its innovative shops and is close to the beach! Make a day of it!! Metered parking on the street and free parking on 4th and Bicknell Streets. Here you will have an opportunity to interact with the dogs and see which might be a perfect fit with your household....and do some fantastic shopping at the same time! Please do call us if you are coming to see a particular dog to make sure he/she will be at adoptions (we do not bring sick dogs to our adoption events). Please bring pictures or video of your home and yard if we have not done a home check (preferred)! Most importantly, if you have a dog, make sure you bring him or her to do a compatibility match with the dog you are interested in adopting! Don't forget to check out our Events Calendar for more information on upcoming events! See our home page for more details about our adoptions at Lhasa Happy Homes Thanks for thinking rescue and adoption and for considering saving a life. It will be the best gift you ever give yourself or your family.
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Toto

Maltese Poodle (Miniature)

Male, 8 yrs 9 mos
Santa Monica, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Such A Perfect Little Gentleman...Meet Toto! Toto is a male, approx 8 year old, Maltipoo (with maybe a touch of Westie) who is about 10lbs of pure cuteness! He came to us as an owner surrender who unfortunately left him in not so great condition. Toto was matted, dirty, full of fleas and skin allergies. We had him fully vetted including a complete dental with extractions (he only has 3 teeth now). He is now in a wonderful foster home where he is getting all the love he deserves and more! We are looking for a forever home for him that has a calm, non chaotic home where the owner are home most of the day and are basically homebodies. He LOVES being at home more than walks or going out and about. He would rather just hang out with you, sitting by your side or out in the garden where he can soak up the sun! Toto would do best with his potty training if he has a home with a safe and secure backyard that he has access to. He is such a good boy who is calm, sweet, mellow, and so loving! Please note that due to the condition he was left in, he still deals with some allergies and will require continued Cytopoint (allergy shots), short puppy cuts are best, and some home cooking as he will need soft food for nutrition and since he only has 3 teeth. We only adopt in the Greater LA areas as an in prson meet/greet, home check, and trial are required. Toto is neutered, vaccinated, microchipped. Please contact us at gina@theforgottendog.org

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9.2 miles

Terriers R Us

4174 Lake Harbor Ln, Westlake Village, CA 91361

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13.5 miles

Pet Adoption Fund

7507-7515 Deering Ave, Canoga Park, CA 91303

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14.5 miles

Lhasa Happy Homes Rescue

ROVER KENNELS ON MAIN STREET, 2116 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA 90402

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15.2 miles

The Forgotten Dog Foundation

1112 Montana Avenue, #166, Santa Monica, CA 90403

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16.2 miles

Dogs Without Borders

P.O. Box 17344, Encino, CA 91416

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17 miles

West Valley Animal Care Center - Los Angeles Animal Services

20655 Plummer Street, Chatsworth, CA 91311

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

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17.9 miles

Adopt Korean Rescue - Los Angeles transport

Los Angeles, CA 90292

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17.9 miles

Star Paws Rescue

333 W. Washington Blvd, #309, Marina Del Ray, CA 90292

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20.5 miles

East Valley Animal Care Center - Los Angeles Animal Services

14409 Vanowen Street, Van Nuys, CA 91405

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20.6 miles

Death Row Dogs Rescue

Van Nuys, CA 91401

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