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Maltese puppies and dogs in Louisiana

Looking for a Maltese puppy or dog in Louisiana? Adopt a Pet can help you find an adorable Maltese near you.

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Below are our newest added Maltese available for adoption in Louisiana. To see more adoptable Maltese in Louisiana, use the search tool below to enter specific criteria!
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Brianna

Maltese

Female, Adult
Gray, LA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Benton

Maltese

Male, Adult
Gray, LA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Cotton

Maltese/Shih Tzu

Male, Adult , Bonded Pair
New Orleans, LA
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, House-trained,
Story
Cotton is 5 years old. He had to have surgery on his two hind legs a few years ago, but this has not slowed him down in the slightest. He loves to run around, play and wrestle. He just needs help climbing up on the couch to cuddle with you.
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Bizzy

Maltese/Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

Male, Senior
New Orleans, LA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs,
Story
I was gifted with bizzy by a relative. I got him when he was a puppy in 2011. I just need him to go to a new home due me to working and in school and i also have a toddle. I have help with my kid but not my dog. I’m not trying to get money for the dog. I just need to find him a new home asap. He does have gingivitis. He needs his teeth pulled. I honestly can’t afford it.
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Marley

Maltese

Male, Young
Marrero, LA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Shots are up-to-date, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
ABOUT US   Bluetails Pet Rescue is a non profit animal rescue located in the greater NEW ORLEANS that takes in stray, neglected or unwanted dogs, provides them with medical care and promote finding them a permanent home. Our mission is to rescue animals in need, and ultimately place into loving homes.   ADOPTION APPLICATION https://bluetails.org/adoption-application ADOPTION PROCESS https://bluetails.org/our-adoption-process DONATE All donations are used 100% in funding the rescue and adoption effort. https://bluetails.org/donate   TRANSPORT We offer transport to the Midwest. For more info, visit https://bluetails.org/transport 1st Stop 6333 I-55, Jackson, MS 39213 2nd Stop 5883 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN 38119 3rd Stop 4451 Lemay Ferry Rd, St. Louis, MO 63129 4th Stop 1451 Coral Ridge Ave # 1900, Coralville, IA 52241 Destination 1100 W 78th St, Richfield , MN 55423   We place dogs in loving, responsible, committed permanent homes, following a comprehensive Adoption Process which includes taking considerable care in finding good matches and educating prospective adopters about the responsibilities and costs of bringing a pet into their homes and lives. Animals in our care are spayed or neutered, receive all appropriate veterinary care and treatment For additional information check out our FAQ’s page https://bluetails.org/faq-s May 27, 2023, 5:36 am
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Lila Grace

Maltese/Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

Female, 20 yrs 6 mos
Baton Rouge, LA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Shots are up-to-date, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
6/1/23 - ADOPTION PENDING! Adoption Fee: $450 Age: 2.5 years Weight: 9.6 lbs. Fostered in Louisiana Email: bryorkiemom@yahoo.com LILA GRACE IS A MALTESE/YORKIE MIX! SHE HAS JUVENILE CATARACTS AND WILL BE HAVNG SURGERY BEFORE BEING ADOPTED! THE INITIAL EVALUATION WITH THE SPECIALIST IS SCHEDULED FOR 5/5/23. 5/6/23 - Lila Grace had her appointment with Southern Veterinary Eye Care and it turns out she is a candidate for cataract surgery which is scheduled for June 6th. The estimate is $4,209.25. 4/21/23 - My name is Lila Grace. A delicate name, for a delicate baby. My previous life wasn’t all that great. I was locked in cell like a prisoner. Then I was forced to have litter after litter after litter of babies to overpopulate the world with. As if there aren’t enough dogs to go around as it is. I would just lie in my cell saying prayers and dreaming of being somewhere safe, clean, quiet and loved. I was good mom every time I had to be. But don’t breeders understand that dogs like to experience puppyhood too, instead of being bred as a puppy to have puppies? Well, I know this doesn’t work out for all the breeding animals out there, but, my prayers and dream did come true. One day, I woke up, and I was being taken away from my cell, along with all the other dogs that lived on the grounds. We were brought to safety and this made me so happy. The first step was to visit the doctor and have all the vetting done that I had never received. Then came some bad news. It seems I have juvenile cataracts. I was so sad when I heard the doctor and my foster mom talking about this, but these sweet people told me not to worry. Seems there are doggy doctors who specialize in just dogs eyes. I get to meet this doctor in person on May 5th, and if I am a candidate, I get to have surgery and then my cataracts will be gone. I never ever believed that all of this would happen, but God was looking out for me. I’m still very humble and timid, but foster mom is showing my kindness, love and compassion and letting me learn the world and come out of my shell on my own terms. Since I grew up with other dogs around, I’ve never been used to being left alone. Having another dog around helps my fears and anxiety when my foster mom has to leave the house. Otherwise, I would whine and howl in fear. So, no condos, apartments or attached housing for me. My bark is way too shrill she says. My lack of vision was never a problem when I was caged, but now that I have freedom, it has caused a few disputes. Since I cannot see well, I react if someone gets too close or if I explore and bump into another dog. I just know that once the doctor does his magic, all this will be another prayer answered. I sleep in the bed with foster mom and some other fur-siblings. I never imagined that this was even a thing. Dogs and humans living under the same roof, sleeping in the same bed, getting regular baths, being feed twice daily (yes, I said it twice). Heck, I’ve even learned how to climb the doggy stairs or jump on the bench to get into bed. I’ve watched some of the other dogs play with toys and I truly think that once I am more comfortable, I might wind up playing with one of my fur-siblings and possibly toys. Foster mom said that I am a good girl and will potty outside when taken and will even use puppy pads when inside. I will make mistakes though, but she said it’s ok, that’s what humans are for, to clean up after us. Wow, that is definitely not how it was where I came from. I can be very springy when waiting for foster mom to fix our food. I’m still getting used to noises and quick actions. They put me on high alert. I wasn’t great for my first official grooming. I’m sure this will get better. When you have never been through that, it can be kind of scary. Once I learn to trust and get this done more, I’m sure I will enjoy getting pretty. Children are a definite no-no. I’m way to untrusting for the little tots. I am very clingy to my people. I just love this positive attention. Sometimes I’m pushy with it, but it’s just because I LOVE IT SO MUCH. I could be held and petted 24/7 if that is something that you would like to do. Foster mom says that I don’t really have any bad habits and have the sweetest disposition. Well, this is about it for telling you about myself. Now, I’d like to thank my foster mom, Yorkie Haven Rescue, CAAWS (another local group that helped spring me and my friends), and most of all, God. The power of prayer is just the best.

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Maltese shelters & rescues in Louisiana

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

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Rescue Me Animal Welfare

Baton Rouge , LA 70817

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

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Yorkie Haven Rescue, Inc. - LA

Baton Rouge , LA 70817

Pet Types: dogs

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Terrebonne Parish Animal Shelter

100 Government St., Gray , LA 70359

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

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Terrebonne Parish Animal Shelter

100 Government St., Gray , LA 70359

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