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Maltese puppies and dogs in Torrington, Connecticut

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Thumper

Maltese Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

Male, 2 mos
Bristol, CT
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Thumper, a SUPER cute male Maltese/yorkie mix puppy! Thumper and his brothers (Roger Rabbit, Fiver, Peter Cottontail, and Bugs Bunny) were born to mama Lola on 4/16/2025. Mom is a 10 lb Maltese mix and we expect these pups/bunnies to stay on the smaller side as well.  Thumper is a typical happy, friendly puppy who loves everyone! Good with other dogs, cats, people, and kids. Young puppies are like blank slates who, with proper training and socialization, will grow into wonderful dogs. **PLEASE NOTE: Thumper and his siblings will be available at our adoption event on 6/22 at Petco in Dayville, CT (they will be 9 weeks old at that time). We are accepting applications on them now! We work hard to match each dog to the best applicant for them, so we will start processing applications closer to the event.** Click HERE for Adoption Application: pawsrescueleague.org/adopt Adoption fees vary based on the dog and are not negotiable. As a small rescue that does not receive government funding or grants, we rely on adoption fees to stay afloat. Adoption fees help cover the following: vaccinations, wellness exams, heartworm/4DX testing, parasite prevention, spay/neuter (age-appropriate), microchipping, transport expenses, and other rescue-related overhead/administrative costs. Paws Rescue League, Inc is an all-inclusive rescue that does NOT only rescue puppies and young, healthy dogs.  We make a point to also rescue seniors, dogs with special needs, moms, and other “less desirable” dogs, knowing that we will likely incur higher veterinary expenses and that these dogs may take longer to get adopted.  As such, an individual adoption fee is not only reimbursing PRL for expenses directly related to that dog, but it is also helping us to continue our mission of taking in dogs that would otherwise be too much of a financial burden to save. We believe that ALL dogs deserve a second chance. Thank you for your support and understanding! ##2411092##
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Otis

Maltese

Male, Adult
Farmington, CT
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
Meet Otis! Otis is a 6-8-year-old Maltese mix with a sweet and gentle personality. He can be a little shy at first, but with love and patience, he quickly warms up and shows his affectionate side. He is calm, docile, and happy to be by your side, whether he’s lounging in a cozy spot or enjoying a quiet stroll. Otis would thrive in a loving home where he can feel safe and cherished. If you’re interested in meeting this lively, playful boy, Otis, you can schedule a Zoom meeting to get to know him. Apply today to give this sweet boy the forever home he deserves!
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Otis

Maltese

Male, Adult
Farmington, CT
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
Meet Otis! Otis is a 6-8-year-old Maltese mix with a sweet and gentle personality. He can be a little shy at first, but with love and patience, he quickly warms up and shows his affectionate side. He is calm, docile, and happy to be by your side, whether he’s lounging in a cozy spot or enjoying a quiet stroll. Otis would thrive in a loving home where he can feel safe and cherished. If you’re interested in meeting this lively, playful boy, Otis, you can schedule a Zoom meeting to get to know him. Apply today to give this sweet boy the forever home he deserves!
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DUFFY 5LBS

Maltese

Male, Adult
Waterbury, CT
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Email anytime: heavenlybliss699@yahoo.com  Phone calls are only accepted Mon-Fri from 10 AM to 5 PM Fri and Sat 11 am to 2 pm; NO calls will be taken on Sunday; 270-498-6773  Information on adoption and application can be located on our website https://sites.google.com/view/kindnessforhomelesspawsrescue/home Additional pictures & albums are on our Facebook page  NEW PICS POSTED 12/1 HE IS STILL UNSURE ABOUT THE LEASH HE DOES NOT DO ANYTHING DRASTIC JUST LAYS DOWN WHICH MAKES IT HARD TO SHOW HOW HANDSOME THIS LIL MAN IS.  HE REALLY DESERVES TO LEARN WHAT BEING A LOVED PET MEANS.  3 YRS OF AGE   maltese. very scared now he’s at the farm to do pics the geese had him shaking and tried to run getting all muddy- farm life & rain APPLICATIONS ARE ON OUR WEBSITE, ADDITIONAL PICTURES ARE ON OUR FACEBOOK  https://sites.google.com/view/kindnessforhomelesspawsrescue/home    Email anytime: heavenlybliss699@yahoo.com  Phone calls are only accepted Mon-Fri from 10 AM to 5 PM and Sat 11am to 2 pm NO calls will be taken on Sunday; 270-498-6773. https://sites.google.com/view/kindnessforhomelesspawsrescue/homeJune 22, 2025, 10:26 am
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Dexter

Maltese Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, Adult
Hartford, CT
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Meet Dexter! Say hello to Dexter, a lovable mixed Maltese male with a heart as big as his personality! Born around April 16, 2024, Dexter weighs in at a cuddly 17.1 pounds and is ready to find his forever home. Dexter’s journey started off rough—he was living on the streets until a kind-hearted Good Samaritan stepped in and gave him a second chance. Despite his tough beginnings, Dexter is incredibly friendly and full of joy. He gets along great with other dogs and charms everyone he meets with his funny, goofy personality. This little guy lives for attention and isn’t shy about stealing the spotlight! He is young and does have some mischievous behaviors that will need someone who has time to train him. Most of the issues can be solved through crate training.  If you’re looking for a loyal companion who will keep you laughing and love you endlessly, Dexter is your guy. His adoption fee is $350, and you can apply for him at www.adoggie4you.org. Dexter is ready to bring joy to your life—are you ready to meet him? This dog is currently in Texas; however, it can be transported to Washington, Portland (Oregon), Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Chicago, Des Moines, Omaha, Cincinnati, Lexington KY or all along the East Coast. If transported, there is an additional transport fee of $225. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.June 13, 2025, 5:35 pm
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Reina

Maltese

Female, 6 yrs 8 mos
Wethersfield, CT
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: Reina Nicknames: Reina Marie Breed: Maltese/Maltese mix Sex: Female Age: ~6.5 Weight: 10 lbs. Before OMD/Medical: Animal Control seized 37 dogs from a hoarding situation (dogs were kept in a barn in filthy conditions) and reached out for help. Reina was one of the last dogs left at animal control from the case and we took her and her housemate, Pancake, into rescue. She saw our vet right away for a mammary tumor and suspected UTI, but x-rays revealed a massive bladder stone that took up almost her entire bladder (we can only imagine the discomfort she had been in..and for goodness knows how long!). She had the mammary tumor removed (and confirmed benign) and stone also removed, along with a dental cleaning. Energy Level: Low to medium. Overall very mellow, but has moments of play and zoomies. Descriptors: Cuddly. Affectionate. Loving. Sweet. Shy when meeting new people, but warms up quick once she feels comfortable. Velco level: High. Wants to sit beside you or on your lap at all times. What we love most: The way she continuously waves her front paws in the air when she is very excited. Her before-bed-time zoomies on the bed. How she loves to be loved. What she loves most: Snuggling with her people. Being outside (although she tries to eat everything in the grass in a rooting fashion). Barking at the TV if she hears a dog. What she doesn’t love: Being left alone(read: she will bark for a bit, and she would not be a good fit for a shared walls environment). The car. Moonlights as: A Seal when excited, an anteater when out in the yard. Basic commands: None tbh, but she knows her name! House trained: No (unsurprising, given her history as a hoarding dog and with a long-term bladder stone). She does go outside,but Reina wears pants while she’s in the house. If she does not have them on, she will pee in the house and has been known to squat on the bed. Crate trained: Nope. Reina does not like to be crated, and is currently left out when alone. Dogs: She loves all the dogs in her foster home, but she needs to eat separately and has been known to resource guard foster mom's lap. Kids: We think she would be just fine with dog savvy kids. Cats: Yes as long as the cat is dog-savvy. Currently fostered with cats and, overall, does very well, but they do get her worked up at times Ideal home: A family who will continue her prescription food to prevent recurring bladder stones. A family who is happy to treat her like a little princess and share their laps. Preferably a home where her people are home more often than away. Everything is new for Reina, so a patient home would be ideal. Reina is spayed, vaccinated, heartworm negative, and microchipped. She is available for adoption to residents of Connecticut and surrounding states. If interested in adopting, please complete an application from omdrescue.org

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Beebe Humane Society CT

Westport, CT 06880

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Protectors of Animals

144 Main Street Unit O, East Hartford, CT 06118

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20.2 miles

One More Dog Rescue

Wethersfield, CT 06109

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14.6 miles

Kindness For Homeless Paws~NORTH

Reidville Drive, Waterbury, CT 06705

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8.3 miles

Paws Rescue League Inc - CT

Bristol, CT 06010

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20.2 miles

A Doggie 4 You - CT transport stop

Hartford, CT 06101

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11.5 miles

Meows and Mutts Rescue

Farmington, CT 06032

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