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Maltese puppies and dogs in Illinois

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Coco

Maltese/Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, Adult
Cincinnati, IL
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(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Shots are up-to-date, House-trained,
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You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Meet Coco. She came in with her 5 baby boys. She has been such a good mommy but is now looking for her own home.  Coco is not good with small children.  It appears she was not well socialized in the past.  She is growly when she meets someone new, but once she warms up, she is extremely loveable and attached to her person.  She was adopted in the past and was wonderful with her mom, but she growled at the grandbaby and new children/people.  She is great on a leash and likes to go places, she doesn't want strangers petting her.  She is located in TX and WON'T be available for out of state adoption.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.September 29, 2023, 10:31 am

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Coco

Maltese/Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, Adult
Rosmont, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Shots are up-to-date, House-trained,
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You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Meet Coco. She came in with her 5 baby boys. She has been such a good mommy but is now looking for her own home.  Coco is not good with small children.  It appears she was not well socialized in the past.  She is growly when she meets someone new, but once she warms up, she is extremely loveable and attached to her person.  She was adopted in the past and was wonderful with her mom, but she growled at the grandbaby and new children/people.  She is great on a leash and likes to go places, she doesn't want strangers petting her.  She is located in TX and WON'T be available for out of state adoption.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.September 29, 2023, 10:31 am

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Muffy

Maltese

Female, 5 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, Shots are up-to-date,
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Meet Muffy, the Maltese with a heart of gold! This sweet, approximately 5-year-old girl has endured hardship but is ready to embrace a life filled with love and joy. Muffy was abandoned at a firehouse with her leash and harness still attached to her body. She had an open wound on her leg that needed care. But despite everything she has been through, her resilience shines. Muffy’s gentle disposition and affectionate nature make her the ideal companion for a caring family. She may be small in size, but her capacity to shower you with loyalty and happiness is boundless. Muffy is eager to learn and eager to please, making her a wonderful addition to a compassionate adopter’s family. If you’re ready to provide her with the forever home she deserves, don’t hesitate to apply today and let Muffy’s warm and loving presence light up your life.

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King

Maltese/Chihuahua

Male, 12 yrs
Chicago, IL
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,
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Meet King, a delightful 12-year-old chihuahua x maltese who has spent his entire life with one person. Sadly, his human found themselves overwhelmed with work and unable to provide the care and attention that King deserves. What makes King truly special is his undemanding nature; all he craves is love, and he no longer has that in his life. We are on a heartfelt mission to find King a new family who can fill his days with affection and joy. While King does have a growth on his paw that we are addressing, he is otherwise in good health. He is a social butterfly, getting along famously with people of all ages, and he’s an excellent companion to other dogs as well. King is a deserving soul yearning for a warm and loving home, where he can thrive in the company of those who cherish him.

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Glimmer

Maltese

Female, 3 mos
Maryville, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Shots are up-to-date,
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Glimmer/Maltese 3mo/ 6lbs Microchipped/vaccinations/spayed Please read the bio in its ENTIRETY. If you feel your family is a perfect match, please send an email to gateway4paws@gmail.com for additional information. Applications can be found on our website at gateway4paws.org Only completed applications that meet requirements will be reviewed. We do not allow shipping & do not transport. You must live within 350 miles from Maryville, IL & be able to drive for a meet & greet. Glimmer has been with other dogs during her foster stay & she loves to play with them all. She would benefit greatly from puppy training classes with her new family, but it isn’t mandatory. We are open to discussing an x-pen if you do not have a fenced yard. Glimmer is not leashed trained, so she will need secure containment immediately. If you have a fence, it needs to be completely secure & enclosed. NEVER EVER should she be left in a yard without supervision. If you have interior stairs, please have a plan to keep her off the stairs unsupervised. Additionally, please be aware of the stair railing & the distance between the spindles. We like to remind applicants that a new puppy is a lot like a toddler. They need to be supervised, and the best way to do that is to have a dedicated space set up for them. This area will be a part of the home where they can see activity & observe, but it is a place that is puppy proofed. Where they can play, lounge, or nap when their family is not directly engaging with them. Playpens, 4-squares, or xpens are excellent tools to make this possible. They are easily mobile if you want to move them around, too. Glimmer is working on potty training. It is a process that will require commitment & patience, as she has a little puppy bladder. Remember, in a new home, a new environment means that new habits will have to be established. Bringing home a new puppy is a huge responsibility that requires oodles of time! Do you have the time & the patience? Please don’t apply without speaking to your spouse/partner first.

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Brandy

Maltese/Poodle (Miniature)

Female, 2 yrs 3 mos
Poplar Grove, IL
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,
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Name: BrandyBreed: MaltipooDOB: 06/08/2021Good with kids: YESGood with dogs: YESGood with cats: YESFoster location: Poplar Grove, ILAdoption fee: $325 Fun Bio: If interested in a pet from us please fill out the adoption application that is located on our website.  We process applications in the order in which they are received.  We will likely not respond to interest emails regarding puppies and/or kittens, we get so many "interest" emails that we simply do not have the time to respond to each one.  We always recommend crate training, positive reinforcement training, exercise, playtime, and a regular schedule for potty breaks when bringing a new dog/puppy into your home. Adjustment takes time for both you and your new family member, so remember to be patient and enjoy this new and exciting time!Included in the adoption fee are age appropriate vaccinations, heartworm testing, deworming, spay or neuter surgery, and microchip. ##1830530##

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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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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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A Doggie 4 You - IL transport stop

Rosmont , IL 60018

Pet Types: dogs

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A Doggie 4 You - IL transport stop

Rosmont , IL 60018

Pet Types: dogs

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Tiny N Tall Rescue, Inc.

St. Charles , IL 60175

Pet Types: dogs

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Tiny N Tall Rescue, Inc.

St. Charles , IL 60175

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Jellystone Bark's Rescue Rangers

Yorkville , IL 60560

Pet Types: dogs

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Animal House Shelter, Inc

13005 Ernesti Rd, Huntley , IL 60142

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Animal House Shelter, Inc

13005 Ernesti Rd, Huntley , IL 60142

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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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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