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Hammy

Maltese Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Male, 8 yrs 2 mos
Shorewood, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hammy is a precious 8-year-old, scruffy Terrier mix looking for a new forever home. He is around 8 years old and weighs just over 13lbs, although he is working on losing a pound or two. He is a sweet guy who will happily wag his tail when he makes eye contact with staff. He is timid and working on getting comfortable with new people, but he is very sweet and will make a great buddy. He will need a patient home that will allow him patience and understanding as he gets used to his new life and gains confidence. Hammy was found as a stray with another dog, Spuds and they do really great together. Hammy would love a comfy bed and someone to dote on him like he deserves. Let's get this sweet senior guy into a great home!

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Knuckles

Maltese

Male, Young
Joliet, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Bio: Knuckles is the sweetest cuddlebug you’ll ever meet. He has the biggest heart and is waiting for his person to give all his love to. He loves to stand and hug you while looking at you lovingly. He was diagnosed with parvovirus, but has since made a quick recovery and had everyone he met during his hospitalization fall in love with him. He’s a little nervous around new people at first, but he gets comfortable real fast! He seems to be a bit more shy around men, but as long as you have treats and you give him love he’ll warm up to just about anyone. He’s an interesting little one, at 9 months old he definitely acts like he’s discovering the world for the first time so any loud or sudden noises make him nervous as well! Other quirky things about him: he can only eat out of non flip bowls (otherwise he picks up regular bowls with his mouth and tosses them!), he doesn’t like peanut butter, and anytime he plays with his toys or he’s given treats— he’ll take them back to his bed (you’ll never have to worry about a messy house!). If you’re looking for a forever companion that will be attached to you by the hip and look at you lovingly, he’s the one! Once he chooses you, he chooses you and will want to be by your side at all times.

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Olive

Maltese Miniature Poodle

Female, Senior
Joliet, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Olive – Your New Best Friend! 🐾 Breed: Terrier Mix (best guess!) 🐾 Age: Approx. 8 years old 🐾 Size: Small 🐾 Location: [western suburbs of Chicago ] Looking for a dog that’s the total package? Meet Olive, a little pup with a huge heart and even bigger personality! Olive is one of those rare dogs who instantly feels like family. Her foster says, “She might just be the best dog I’ve ever had”—and it’s easy to see why. From day one, Olive’s been a superstar in her foster home. She’s fully house-trained, and incredibly smart—she learned where the back door was on the first day and has used it ever since to let you know she needs to go out. Olive already knows basic commands like sit and stay, and enjoys her daily walks. Social and sweet, Olive gets along beautifully with dogs of all sizes, including her tiny foster dog siblings. She’s also great with kids, making her a perfect fit for a family or someone looking for a calm, confident companion. She’s playful when it’s time for fun, and calm when it’s time to chill—truly the best of both worlds. Whether you’re going for a walk, snuggling on the couch, or just enjoying a lazy Sunday, Olive will be right by your side with those big, soulful eyes and that scruffy, adorable charm. 💖 Dream dog? We think so. Ready to meet Olive? Apply to adopt this sweet girl today and let your forever begin.

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Mary

Maltese

Female, Young
Homer Glen, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Mary is a 4 year old Maltese ready to find a great home! Mary was surrendered by family after the owner passed away in December of 2024. Unfortunately, scant details were provided about her. What we do know for certain is that she is young(er), was in poor condition (flea infestations), pancaked over thresholds, and was woefully under socialized. The really great news is that she is blossoming with good care, good food and a whole lot of love! Given Mary’s proclivity for running zoomies, jumping on furniture and dogs, she is very much a puppy. Our best guess is no more than two years of age. Despite the joy and zest with which Mary greets life, she is timid. Mary expects for you to hit her when she is approached. She will immediately pancake to the floor, cowering. When she first arrived in foster care, Mary suffered two seizures which were most likely precipitated by the stress of constantly moving homes. Mary is on a vet approved protocol of CBD for seizures and has not suffered any additional seizures since. Mary is now house trained and is able to eat her food and digest without throwing everything up an hour after a meal. Mary, all sweetness and youth, acts as if her world is unsafe. She will require a home that is able help her become relaxed with knowing she is loved. Mary must have a very secure fenced yard as she is a runner and will jump and run at a moment’s notice. Mary will do okay as an only dog but would do best with an active household with a confident, patient dog to teach Mary the ropes. Mary will bully a timid dog as she plays rough and pushes the limit. Mary is wary of a harness and allows one to be fitted but is still a scrambler on a leash. She is smart and will learn this in time. Mary is up to date on shots, spayed, de-wormed, micro-chipped and fecal tested negative. She also recently got a dental cleaning. If you're interested in adopting, please fill out an application here: https://tinyurl.com/4u3tuy5c Due to the high volume of applications, our Adoption Coordinator will only contact the applicant that best meets the needs of the pet. If selected, we require a phone interview, virtual house check, and meet and greet with your entire family. Please consider donating to help with medical costs or gifting something from our Amazon Wishlist! -Zelle: petprofilerescue@gmail.com -Venmo: @petprofilerescue (last 4 digits of phone number are 9703) -Paypal: petprofilerescue@gmail.com or https://paypal.me/petprofilerescue -Amazon Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1PIG0Y2YAZ2MP

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Thackery

Maltese Poodle (Standard)

Male, 11 mos
Lemont, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Thackery is available for adoption or looking for a foster or adopter. He needs someone who is an experienced with dogs that need help coming out of their shell. He needs someone who has patience and willingness to work through his quirks as he builds his confidence.  He needs a fenced in yard 6ft tall and is nervous in a crate. Good with other dogs. Would not keep him in a home with children.  He is a nervous dog and shy.   ##2411827##

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Oboe

Maltese

Female, Puppy
Wheaton, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Please contact LMo for more information about this pet.Thanks for your interest in a pet from A.R.F.! If you see a pet here, they are still available for adoption and you should apply through our adoption application on our website at  https://www.arf-il.org/adopt/application/   OBOE IS SCHEDULED TO BE SPAYED JULY 2ND AND WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION AT THAT TIME Oboe is a 13 week old female Maltese mix who weighs in at 7 pounds.  This pup's adoption fee is $400.  If you are still interested, please read more below. Sweet Oboe was found locally as a stray. This is a sweet puppy that needs all the puppy things - love, cuddles, training, toys, exercise, and fun!  Oboe is working on housetraining, crate training, and basic puppy commands. This pup is micro-chipped, up to date on all vaccinations, and scheduled to be spayed July 2nd. The new family will be required to complete a basic obedience course of their choosing.  Please note ARF does not approve applications for any puppy under 6 months of age to families that live outside of Illinois and/or beyond 100 miles of Wheaton or Glen Ellyn, IL.  A meeting will not be scheduled until you have an approved application, so if you're interested in adopting this pup fill out an online application today!  https://www.arf-il.org/adopt/application/  Once your application has been approved, an ARF volunteer will contact you to arrange a meeting.  ARF is an all volunteer organization.  Due to a high volume of applications, we are often unable to respond to questions until your application has been approved.  Thank you for your patience!  Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.   Thank you for considering a rescue pet from A.R.F.-Animal Rescue Foundation! We are  based in Wheaton, IL and conduct adoption events in the DuPage County area. If you are interested in adopting one of our pets, please submit an adoption application at https://www.arf-il.org/adopt/application/  Adoption appointments are scheduled based on the order of applications received, so submit your application early! Submitting an application does not commit you to any animal but does get you a head start with the adoption approval process. Due to a high volume of applications, we are often unable to respond to questions or schedule meetings until your application has been approved. More information about our adoption process can be found on our website here: https://www.arf-il.org/adopt/ As an all-volunteer, foster home-based organization, A.R.F. Animal Rescue Foundation does not have a facility where applicants can visit our animals. Please visit https://www.arf-il.org/events/ for a list of our upcoming adoption events.  Thank you for choosing to adopt, not shop! June 15, 2025, 9:14 am

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Maltese shelters & rescues in Plainfield, Illinois

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21.6 miles

P.A.W.S. (Peoples Animal Welfare Society) of Tinley Park

8301 West 191st Street, Tinley Park, IL 60487

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32.6 miles

Almost Home Foundation

P.O. Box 308, Elk Grove Village, IL 60009

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

19.1 miles

A.R.F.-Animal Rescue Foundation

PO Box 4423, Wheaton, IL 60189

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

39.5 miles

Foster 2 Home, Inc.

P.O.Box 1581, Arlington Heights, IL 60006

Pet Types: dogs

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Shelter

45.4 miles

Kankakee County Humane Foundation

2214 S. Rt. 1, St. Anne, IL 60964

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

39.2 miles

Rescue Tails Animal Welfare

Chicago, IL 60659

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Shelter

3.7 miles

Will County Humane Society

24109 W. Seil Road, Shorewood, IL 60404

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

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Rescue

43.6 miles

Barrington Area Animal Rescue & Kennels NFP (BAARK Dog Rescue)

Barrington Hills, IL 60010

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Shelter

37 miles

The Anti-Cruelty Society - Home-to-Home Program

Chicago, IL 60654

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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8.4 miles

Wish Upon a Rescue

Joliet, IL 60432

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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