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Maltese puppies and dogs in Illinois

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Thorn

Maltese

Male, Adult
Normal, IL
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(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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All Pet Central animals are up to date on age-appropriate vaccinations, spayed or neutered, microchipped (registration included), and current on parasite prevention. Dogs over six-months of age are heartworm tested. When adopting, we will ensure that you receive copies of veterinary and microchip records. If you are interested in this pet, please fill out the brief Adopter Survey by hitting "Apply for Adoption" on the profile. After we review your completed survey we will contact you by phone or email within three business days. We're primarily a volunteer organization, so we appreciate your patience. Please note- Out of respect for our volunteers and staff, we are closed on Sundays and Mondays and will not be processing any applications on that day. Do get back to us right away when we call or email regarding an application so that we can quickly connect using the process below: Select a pet and submit an online adoption survey. A PCH adoption counselor will contact potential adopters within three business days (PCH cannot guarantee any pet's availability, but we make every effort to accommodate adopters with a reply and possible alternative suggestions). Counselor and client will then have a conversation to answer questions, discuss any medical needs for the pet and determine the suitability of a match (if necessary, we may opt to put adopters in touch with foster parents). After a match is made, clients will be asked to sign our adoption agreement and pay the adoption fee online through our secure payment system *Please see our modified no-risk return policy. (below) The PCH adoption counselor will then set up a specific appointment time and location. Adopters should bring a pet carrier and leash to pick up. Adult pets will be wearing a collar. It is important that clients arrive on time, neither early nor late. If your adoption is scheduled at Pet Central Helps!: Upon arrival inside the Crossroads Center complex (360 Wylie Drive), look for the black Pet Central Helps! semi-trailer, which is right outside of our facility (Suite 720). Park in the parking lot and enter the facility. A PCH representative will greet you and show you to the adoption room. Your new pet will be handed to you. We will take a "Happy Adoption Day photo with your pet and family. If your adoption is scheduled at PetSmart: Park in the PetSmart Parking lot and enter the store. We will be set up just inside the store entrance. Let us know you are here to pick up your pet! A PCH representative will confirm your information and hand you your pet. We will take a "Happy Adoption Day photo with your pet and family. PCH supports a 21-day no-fault return policy in which adopters are given the opportunity to find a better match. If we are not able to provide advice/tools to keep a pet in the home we offer these options: Exchange for a pet that may be a better match** Receive a refund minus a $40 processing fee** With this approach, we can often turn mismatches into opportunities! Thank you, Pet Central Helps!

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Argo

Maltese

Male, Senior
Pekin, IL
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(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Argo is a recent intake that is estimated to be 12 years old. Sadly, Argo shows every bit of his age and would love to be back in a home instead of a kennel environment. We will post more as we get to know him. Adoption Fee: $ 60Estimated Date of Birth: UnknownIntake Reason: Transfer - surrendersAnimal will be spayed and up to date on vaccines, and microchipped prior to adoption. If their kennel card on display at TAPS shelter facility is marked as unaltered, the animal will be altered prior to being released for adoption. Animal stage may change from time to time based on surgery and medical status. TAPS strives to keep kennel cards as up to date as possible with current information but from time to time, information may change and a new kennel card may be pending. Full and current vaccination schedule and medical records along with any behavioral disclosures will be provided at time of adoption.

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Casper

Maltese

Male, Senior
Pekin, IL
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(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Casper is a 12 year old maltese mix that appears to have some level of hearing impairment that is likely age related. He is very sweet but definitely shows his age. An additional obstacle in his journey to happily ever after is that he tested heartworm positive upon intake so will need to undergo heartworm treatment prior to adoption. He would love to have a foster home to help him through this journey. Apply to foster today at www.tapsshelter.orgAdoption Fee: $ 60Estimated Date of Birth: UnknownIntake Reason: Transfer original intake unknownAnimal will be spayed and up to date on vaccines, and microchipped prior to adoption. If their kennel card on display at TAPS shelter facility is marked as unaltered, the animal will be altered prior to being released for adoption. Animal stage may change from time to time based on surgery and medical status. TAPS strives to keep kennel cards as up to date as possible with current information but from time to time, information may change and a new kennel card may be pending. Full and current vaccination schedule and medical records along with any behavioral disclosures will be provided at time of adoption.

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Tuffy

Maltese

Male, 11 yrs
Chicago, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
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Tuffy came to Famous Fido Rescue by no fault of his own. His guardian passed away and there was no plan in place for the dog to go in such an event. As a result, he came to our doors, where he’s now searching for his fresh start. Tuffy is a very sweet little guy, who would be fine around other small dogs or cats. He’d ideally love to have someone who could spend the majority of the day with him, especially during this transition. It’s a big change for a senior dog to go through, and he needs someone who will help bring him comfort.

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Buttons

Maltese/Poodle (Standard)

Female, 9 yrs 4 mos
Chicago, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
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The Adoption Fee of $225 Includes Age-Appropriate Vaccinations (DA2PPV, Bordetella, Rabies), Deworming, Spay/Neuter, Microchip, Flea, Tick and Heartworm Treatment and Prevention, and Sheltering. Adult Dogs are Heartworm Tested and treated if necessary. All dogs are given monthly heartworm, flea and tick preventative.LOCATED IN CROSSVILLE, CUMBERLAND COUNTY, TN. WE CAN TRANSPORT OUT OF STATE, Visit out website for a full list of adoptable pets… https://foccas-tn.org/

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Cocoa and Cinnabun

Maltese

Male, Young
Chicago, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained,
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Hi, our names are cocoa and Cinnabon. We are very energetic, very sweet and kind brothers. We love kids and as much attention as you can give us! We love to play and go outside but not if it's too cold. We want all the love and attention your family can give us. We play nice with other animals and we can be quiet but needy sometimes.

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Maltese shelters & rescues in Illinois

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for Maltese puppies in Illinois. Browse these Maltese rescues and shelters below.

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Focus on Cumberland County Animal Safety-IL Transport Stop

Chicago , IL 60176

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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God's Dogs Rescue of TX for IL Transport Stop

Rosemont , IL 60018

Pet Types: dogs

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God's Dogs Rescue of TX for IL Transport Stop

Rosemont , IL 60018

Pet Types: dogs

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Famous Fido Rescue & Adoption Alliance

3124 W. Irving Park Rd., Chicago , IL 60618

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Famous Fido Rescue & Adoption Alliance

3124 W. Irving Park Rd., Chicago , IL 60618

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Famous Fido Rescue & Adoption Alliance

3124 W. Irving Park Rd., Chicago , IL 60618

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Famous Fido Rescue & Adoption Alliance

3124 W. Irving Park Rd., Chicago , IL 60618

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Famous Fido Rescue & Adoption Alliance

3124 W. Irving Park Rd., Chicago , IL 60618

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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PAWS Chicago

1997 N. Clybourn Ave, Chicago , IL 60614

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Animal Education and Rescue

P.O. Box 7343, Libertyville , IL 60048

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

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Where do Malteses come from? How many types of Malteses are there? From the history of the breed to question about average height, weight and size, brush up on these basic facts about the Maltese.

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