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Maltese puppies and dogs in Dover, Delaware

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Albert

Maltese Poodle (Toy or Tea Cup)

Male, 3 yrs 6 mos
Greensboro, MD
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
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Watson

Maltese Poodle (Standard)

Male, 2 yrs
Chestertown, MD
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
🐾 One cuddle at a time, Watson is finding his confidence. 🐾Meet Watson!Watson is a 2-year-old Mini Poodle who came to us as a transfer after being found as a stray in Caroline County. While his past remains a mystery, this sweet and gentle little guy has been slowly showing us more of his personality each day.Watson can be shy when meeting new people and experiencing new situations, but once he feels safe, he absolutely enjoys cuddles and spending time with his favorite humans. Fast movements and loud noises can still be a little scary for him, but every day he grows a bit braver and more confident.Watson does well with other dogs and has shown no issues around cats. In fact, during his cat test, the cats got startled by something, and poor Watson got caught up in the commotion and accidentally ran right into a plant! After a few comforting cuddles, he was back to feeling like himself.Because of his sensitive nature, Watson would do best in a home with calm, patient children ages 12 and up who can understand and respect when he needs a little extra time to adjust. With love, patience, and a predictable routine, Watson is sure to blossom into a wonderful companion.If you're looking for a sweet, affectionate dog who just needs a little time to build confidence, Watson might be the perfect match for your family. ❤️🐾Watson's adoption fee is $175, which helps support their medical care and preparation for adoption.Please note: All of our animals are spayed/neutered and up to date on age-appropriate vaccinations. Each pet also receives a behavioral assessment to help us better understand the type of home they may thrive in. However, it’s important to remember that the results may not fully reflect an animal’s true personality, as shelter and foster environments can be stressful. If you are interested in meeting any of our animals, we encourage you to first visit our website and submit an adoption application: https://www.acskc.org/adopt-1Once your adoption application has been approved, we will call you to set up an appointment to meet with the pet! We welcome adopters from out of state to apply! _When it comes to our pets, we're all-inclusive! ACSKC Health Care for Each Adopted Pet Includes:Dogs: Preventatives for parasites, vaccines (Kennel Cough, Distemper, Rabies), spay/neuter, microchip, behavioral assessment.Cats: Parasite treatment, FeLV/FIV testing, deworming for kittens, vaccines (Distemper, Rabies), spay/neuter, microchip.What You’ll Take Home:Toys, treats, and food sampleRabies tag, microchip number, and medical recordsA “Pet Pal Packet” with feeding info, training tips, and guidance for helping your new pet adjust
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Kyra and Brynn

Maltese Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

Female, 5 yrs 11 mos
Sewell, NJ
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
Foster or Forever home Needed for Kyra and Brynn! Kyra and Brynn are a 5 year old bonded pair of Morkies who have been in a foster home and are ready for their forever home but we have just been asked to find a new Foster for them. If you can help Foster them or if you want to give them a furever home please apply! Meet Kyra & Brynn – Two Sweet Girls Who Belong Together! Kyra and Brynn are two wonderful girls with very different personalities who complement each other perfectly! Kyra is the energetic one! She loves being outside, running in circles, exploring, and enjoying life. She can still be a little shy at times, but her playful personality really shines when she’s comfortable. Brynn is the old soul of the pair. She’s incredibly observant, with expressive, almost human-like eyes. She’s affectionate, loves being close to her person, and has taken on a motherly role with Kyra. She’s always keeping an eye on her little buddy and making sure she’s nearby. Both girls love going for walks, spending time outside, and sitting together watching the world go by. Sometimes they’re having so much fun outdoors that convincing them to come back inside is a challenge! They have great appetites and absolutely love their snacks. But the sweetest thing about these two is their bond. They love being together and even sleep curled up next to each other. Brynn looks out for Kyra, and Kyra brings out Brynn’s playful side. We would love to find these girls a forever home together where they can continue enjoying life side by side. They have so much love to give, and keeping this special pair together would make their happy ending even sweeter. Apply to adopt through Peyton’s Place Animal Rescue:https://peytonsplaceanimalrescue.org/adoption-application   ##2806892##
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Chi Chi

Chihuahua Maltese

Female, Senior
Laurel, DE
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Chi Chi is about 14 years old but has a lot of energy and is in great health. Her teeth are in good shape and she is extremely agile. She is very loving and gentle with children. Unfortunately, she does pee when excited and thinks of herself as some kind of chihuahua guard dog. Years ago, she did bite a delivery man. It was not serious and since she has been vaccinated it was fine. However, she has been kept in the backyard for years now and I would really like to see her not spend another year out there. She is a really good girl and just needs someone to spend time with her and take it slow. She hates her nails clipped but is great for being brushed. She is a beautiful little girl who deserves the next years of her life to be better than they are now.

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19.9 miles

Hill Hounds/Celebrating Pugs - Greensboro

Greensboro, MD 21639

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

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32.2 miles

Animal Care Shelter for Kent County

10168 Worton Road, Chestertown, MD 21620

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

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Rescue

47.4 miles

Peyton's Place Animal Rescue

Sewell, NJ 08080

Pet Types: birds, dogs

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