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Sasha

Maltese

Female, 16 yrs 9 mos
Howey in the Hills, FL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Sasha, a precious 16-year-old Maltese whose gentle soul shines brighter than any limitation. Though Sasha is blind and hard of hearing, she navigates the world with grace, trust, and a heart overflowing with love. Sasha is an extremely sweet, gentle lap dog who finds her greatest comfort cuddled close to her person. She adpres being near her person and soaking up all the affection she can get. Her calm, loving presence brings a sense of peace and tenderness to everyone she meets. This senior girl is looking for a quiet, compassionate home where she can enjoy her golden years surrounded by kindess and care. In return, Sasha offers unwavering devotion, soft snuggles, and a beautiful reminder of how powerful love can be. If you’re ready to open your heart to a truly special senior who just wants to be cherished, Sasha will reward you with endless love and gentle companionship. PLEASE NOTE: All your current pets must be spayed/neutered, vaccinated and on heartworm prevention to adopt from Polka Dogz. We only adopt in Florida. All adoption fees go to help all the dogs in the rescue, some of which require extensive medical care. Thank you for caring for the greater good. Adoption fee is $150 and you can adopt me at www.polkadogz.org. ##2608021##
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Daisy

Maltese Poodle (Standard)

Female, 10 yrs 2 mos
Orlando, FL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hi . . . My name is Daisy and I am a sweet senior gal who is 10 years old.  I’m a tiny Maltese/Poodle blend girl weighing just 8 lbs. I am vision impaired, but I don’t let that stop me from exploring.  I truly appreciate my freedom, affection and care and would love to be the princess in my forever home. Favorite Things: Daisy LOVES her food and loves soaking up attention.  Toys and playing are not really her thing, but exploring her surroundings is high on her list of favorite things. She also loves being around her person and will sit next to them as much as possible (and extra close in bed at night). Training & Manners:  Daisy is working on her house training and will need to be taken outside frequently.  Due to her vision, she doesn’t do well on a leash so will need more practice with leash walking.  She has good basic manners and is highly food motivated.  She is verbal when she wants food but is otherwise quiet. Health and Care: Daisy is spayed, up to date on vaccines, and microchipped. She is on daily drops for dry eyes and takes her monthly preventatives for fleas and heartworm.  She will likely require professional grooming every 6-8 weeks to keep her looking and feeling her best. Other Animals:  Daisy has experience with other small dogs and cats.  Children: This gentle, curious gal would do best in a home with respectful teens.    Ideal Home: Daisy would do well in an apartment, condo or single-family home.  Her “dream” home would be a house without steps (although she is tiny enough to carry) and no pool (for safety reasons with her vision impairment).  A fenced yard would keep her safe and give her room for her adventurous explorations. She has free rein of her foster home and can be left for several hours without issues. She sleeps in the “people bed” at night and is happy to cozy up to her person. Overall: Daisy is a great and loyal companion asking only for food, love and attention. Could Daisy be the one for you? If so, visit www.PoodleandPoochRescue.org and submit an adoption application. If it looks like a good fit, her foster family will reach out with more information. Her adoption donation is $200.   ##2667454##
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Tinkerbell

Maltese Poodle (Standard)

Female, 14 yrs 1 mo
Orlando, FL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hi, I’m Tinkerbell… and yes, I bring a little sparkle wherever I go. At 14 years old and 11.7 lbs, I’m a sweet little Maltese Poodle blend with a loving spirit and a fondness for the simple things like curling up in a cozy lap, soaking up attention and riding in the car (my absolute favorite!). I’m affectionate, patient and happiest just being close to my people. If you’re looking for a snuggly companion with an easy, comforting presence, I just might be your girl. Favorite Things: Tinkerbell has a soft spot for life’s little routines; she knows when it’s time to relax, when it’s time to head out, and especially when it’s time for a car ride. The moment she sees keys, her tail gets going. She enjoys short strolls, a comfy place to settle and will happily spend time right by your side or perched in your lap. While toys aren’t really her thing, she’ll choose time with her person every time. Training and Manners: Tinkerbell is fully house-trained when let out regularly and has excellent basic manners. She walks well on a leash and carries herself with a steady, easygoing demeanor. She can be left alone for several hours without concern and does well either enjoying a secure area or having access to the household. At night, she prefers the comfort of the people bed, where she settles in with ease. Health and Care: She is spayed, microchipped and up to date on all vaccines. She will just need monthly heart worm and flea/tick preventives, like all dogs. She is a great eater and maintains a steady routine. Regular grooming will keep her looking polished and feeling her best. Other Animals: Tinkerbell prefers calm, small dogs and may do well with cats given a proper introduction. Children: Tinkerbell has not had direct experience with children, but her patient, easygoing personality suggests she would do best in a home where interactions are respectful and not overly busy. Ideal Home: Tinkerbell is looking for a single-family home where she can enjoy a safe, consistent environment. A home without a pool is important to help her move around confidently and safely. She’ll thrive with someone who enjoys a slower pace and appreciates a loyal companion who loves staying nearby and being part of daily life. Overall: Tinkerbell is a devoted, loving little dog who brings comfort, warmth, and just a touch of sparkle wherever she goes. She has a wonderful way of fitting into everyday moments and making them feel a little brighter. For someone looking for a steady companion and a sweet, affectionate shadow, Tinkerbell is truly a special match. Is Tinkerbell the one for you? If so visit www.PoodleandPoochRescue.org to submit an adoption application. If it looks like a great match, her foster family will reach out with more information. Her adoption donation is $150. ##2717486##
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Winter

Maltese Shih Tzu

Male, 4 yrs 2 mos
Orlando, FL
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
Hi, I’m Winter! I'm a 4-year-old Maltese-ShihTzu blend weighing in at a perfect 16 pounds of fluff, love,and personality. He may look like a little snowball, but don’t be fooled, he's here to melt hearts, not freeze them. Let’s get one thing out of the way: yes, he may only have three legs, but  we prefer to think of it as his super power. Zoomies: still top tier. Ability to dart around during playtime: elite. His Spirit: absolutely unstoppable. Favorite Things: Winter loves scritches and he's got a system: lock eyes with you, tilt head just right, and politely request assistance. So you bring the hands, he'll bring the charm. He is drawn to crinkle toys and backyard lounging is nice, but he's more “quality over quantity”. Winter is qual parts playful zoomie champion and professional couch cuddler. And he does all of this with only 3 legs.  Training & Manners: Winter is a good boy! He is housetrained if let out frequently, walks well on a leash and enjoys going for walks. At night he enjoys sleeping next to his foster mom at night or cuddling on the couch. He is generally a chill little guy who has good basic manner, most of the time. Like a true Shih Tzu gentleman, Winter does have the occassional "tiny emperor" moment if you don't follow his social cues.  Health & Care: Winter is neutered, microchipped, up-to-date on vaccinations, and recently had his teeth cleaned. Other Animals: Winter will do best in a home without other dogs as he prefers to have his person all to himself.   Children: Winter would do better in an adult only home.  Ideal Home: Winter would do well in a single family home with few or no stairs. He has a history of being a bit of a hound-ini and an escape artist, he would do best with an experienced dog owner that could take precautions to prevent him from being able to easily dart out of a door.  Overall: Has Winter's sweet, resilient, curious cuddlebug with soulful eyes warmed your heart? If so, visit www.PoodleandPoochRescue.org to fill out an adoption or foster application. If it seems like a good match, our team will reach out with more information. His adoption donation is $350. ##2674746##
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Davie

Maltese Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

Male, 2 yrs
Orlando, FL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This cutie pie is DAVIE! He is an adorable, tiny little boy who would LOVE to be your new best friend! Age: approx. 1-2 years Weight: approximately 8-9 lbs Fully vetted (fixed, shots, heartworm tested negative, dewormed, microchip) Adoption fee $550 Please email for an application: SimplyGraceRescue@gmail.com
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Cookie

Maltese Poodle (Miniature)

Female, 1 yr 9 mos
Beverly Hills, FL
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
Cookie is 1 1/2 years old. She is a Maltese/Teddy mix. She weighs about 9 pounds. She is sweet and very active.

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Polka Dogz Pet Rescue

Howey in the Hills, FL 34737

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Poodle and Pooch Rescue

Orlando, FL 32822

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37.6 miles

Simply Grace Rescue - Central FL Foster Homes

Orlando, FL 32828

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44.1 miles

The Greener Side Haven, Inc.

4075 W Bonanza Drive, Beverly Hills, FL 34465

Pet Types: dogs

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