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Maltese puppies and dogs in Frederick, Maryland

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Ann

Maltese

Female, 6 yrs
Frederick, MD
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs,
Story
Current Location: Chester, VA Hello! My name is Ann. I'm coming to OPH on3/27. Please check back soon for updates on my personality, and to see adorable new photos. I’m looking for my forever family! Is that with you? If so please click “apply for adoption” or submit an application through the Adopt tab. Let’s get our family started!

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Ann

Maltese

Female, 6 yrs
Frederick, MD
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs,
Story
Current Location: Chester, VA Hello! My name is Ann. I'm coming to OPH on3/27. Please check back soon for updates on my personality, and to see adorable new photos. I’m looking for my forever family! Is that with you? If so please click “apply for adoption” or submit an application through the Adopt tab. Let’s get our family started!
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Cece

Maltese Shih Tzu

Female, Adult
Middletown, MD
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Cece is a Maltese/Shih Tzu mix who will be 5 years old in April. We got her from a local breeder in Virginia Beach and she has been part of our family ever since. She is a very sweet, affectionate dog who loves cuddling, sunbathing in warm spots, and playing with other animals. Cece has a gentle and loving personality and enjoys being close to her people. She is also considered hypoallergenic, which can be a great fit for people with mild dog allergies. Unfortunately, due to changes in our family and Cece having difficulty adapting with our young son, we feel it is best for her to find a home where she can be more comfortable and thrive. This decision has been very hard for us because she truly is a wonderful dog. We are hoping to find a safe, loving home for her where she will continue to be cared for and loved.
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Pesto

Maltese Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 6 yrs 1 mo
Hagerstown, MD
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
If love had a personality, it would look a lot like Pesto. This sweet little guy is pure affection wrapped in fur. Pesto is a certified Velcro dog who believes personal space is optional and cuddling is mandatory. If you stop petting him, don’t worry, he’ll politely remind you by reaching out and petting you right back. Yes, really. Consent is negotiable in Pesto’s world when it comes to affection. He adores people, thrives on companionship, and wants nothing more than to be close to his human at all times. Couch time, bedtime, lazy Sundays, quick kitchen trips, he’s your tiny, devoted shadow. Pesto gets along beautifully with dogs of all sizes and does great with cats too. He walks nicely on a leash and is an easygoing, all around good boy who just wants love and a cozy place to belong. A few important notes about this charming little gentleman: • Must have a privacy fence because Pesto is a talented escape artist and believes adventure awaits beyond the yard • Recently neutered and still marking occasionally, but this should improve as hormones settle • Professional cuddle expert and enthusiastic ear cleaner. He will lovingly clean your ears whether you requested spa services or not Pesto is sweet, funny, affectionate, and completely devoted. The kind of dog who makes a house feel warmer just by existing in it. Adoption fee: $300 Covers neuter, vaccines, parasite prevention, and microchip Apply at www.fullcirclerescueandsanctuary.com to add this lovable little shadow to your life.
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Cooper Jack

Maltese Poodle (Miniature)

Male, 4 yrs
Silver Spring, MD
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
If you are interested in adopting this dog, please fill out an Adoption Questionnaire athttps://petstablished.com/adoption_form/43315/generic.You can learn about the adoption process by visiting: http://www.k-9lifesavers.org/howtoadopt/.Dog's Name:  Cooper Jack  (BAR0326ALAFD) Estimated Breed:  Maltipoo Approximate Age:  4 yearsApproximate Weight:  28 lbsCurrently Living at:  BoardingAdoption Fee:  $400DOG'S DESCRIPTION:   Meet Cooper Jack — Your New Best Friend in a Fluffy Package      If you’ve been searching for a dog who checks all the boxes—friendly, great with kids, and a total heart-stealer—look no further than Cooper Jack. Cooper Jack gets along beautifully with other dogs and would be a perfect fit for a family looking to add a gentle, playful companion to their home.     All Cooper Jack is missing now is a forever family to call his own—a place where he’ll be cherished, included, and loved for the amazing dog he is. Could Cooper Jack be the perfect match for you?  Apply today and don't let this one get away!Your pet will require a refresher in house-training. K-9 Lifesavers strongly recommends all new adopters enroll their new pet into obedience training. This provides for an easier transition into a new home, ensures the dog remains well socialized, and helps form a bond between the dog and the new family.    Adoption fees cover basic vetting, rabies (if puppy is old enough), distemper/parvo vaccinations, deworming, monthly heartworm prevention while in our care (if old enough), monthly flea/tick prevention while in our care, and transport costs. K-9 Lifesavers will also cover the cost of spay/neuter at our partner vet at 6 months of age or reimburse adopter for up to the amount of our partner vet cost should you choose to spay/neuter at your own vet.Foster Program:    Foster homes provide for the temporary care of a rescue until the dog is placed into a loving, forever home.  For more information on becoming a foster parent, and our Foster Program, visit http://www.k-9lifesavers.org/foster/ or email our Foster Coordinator at foster@k-9lifesavers.orgSPONSOR ME! Help Save Lives!    Make a tax-deductible donation today and help save a life. Donations help us offset boarding costs and additional medical treatment for those dogs who need it.  K-9 Lifesavers receives NO federal funding and survive with your generous support! We are all volunteer based organization so every cent from your donation goes directly to the dogs in our care. Visit: http://www.k-9lifesavers.org/donate/For more information on K-9 Lifesavers, or to view a complete listing of all our Adoptable Dogs, visit our website at www.k-9lifesavers.org.Please "like" our Facebook page for the most current events and new dogs!Thank you for considering a rescue dog! ##2688253##
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Harry (& Sally) BONDED

Maltese

Male, Senior
Herndon, VA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Harry & Sally – A Sweet Bonded Pair Looking for Their Forever Home Harry and Sally are a heart-melting father–daughter duo ready to spend their golden years side by side in a loving home. Harry, a gentle senior Maltese mix, and Sally, his equally sweet Yorkie/Maltese mix daughter, share an unbreakable bond and must be adopted together—they’ve been each other’s constant companions and truly thrive as a pair. These two have settled beautifully into their foster home and enjoy a calm, cozy routine. While they’ll occasionally engage in a little playful moment together, their favorite activity is simple: snuggling up on the couch and staying close to their people. They’re the definition of loyal companions and will happily follow you from room to room just to be near you. Harry and Sally are pee pad trained and continuing to make great progress with house training. At bedtime, they sleep in a crate and, after a brief moment of protest, settle in quietly for the night. They are slowly getting used to other dogs and would do best in a home with calm, respectful canine companions. They’re also perfectly fine with cats. A peaceful, low-key environment will help them feel most comfortable and secure. These sweet seniors have so much love left to give and are ready to fill a home with warmth, companionship, and gentle joy. If you’re looking to open your heart to a devoted duo who will love you endlessly, Harry and Sally are waiting to meet you. Adoption fee: $300 pair , includes all shots, sterilized, heartworm negative, dewormed, flea preventative, microchip, Harry just had a dental cleaning.   If you are interested in adopting, please fill out an application and a representative will get back to you shortly to answer any questions you may have. The adoption policies and applications can be found at the following links: https://fancycats.org/adopt-a-cat and https://fancycats.org/adopt-a-dog. Email us at  adoption@fancycats.org for general questions about our rescued cats. Email us at dogadoptions@fancycats.org for general questions about our rescued dogs. See our calendar of adoption events at https://fancycats.org/(scroll towards bottom) You can save animals like this one by becoming a foster! Fosters are like bridges between high kill shelters and forever homes. We need fosters so that we can save cats and dogs before they are euthanized at the shelters. If you are interested in becoming a foster, please visit: https://fancycats.org/volunteerMarch 27, 2026, 2:40 pm
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Nilla - NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS!

Maltese

Female, Adult
Vienna, VA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS! Meet Nilla! This sweet Maltese girl has been a loved and well-cared-for family dog. Her owner made the difficult decision to rehome her after a significant change in life circumstances. Nilla’s owner is a single mom and a federal employee who had a flexible schedule when she first adopted her. With recent changes requiring a daily commute downtown, her workday has increased by nearly three hours. By the time she gets home, she’s focused on her kids and understandably exhausted, and she feels Nilla wasn’t getting the time and engagement she deserves. She’s also traveling more frequently, which has meant longer boarding stays, very different from the life Nilla was used to. Nilla is still a young, active girl who thrives on companionship and interaction. She loves her walks, likes meeting other dogs, and enjoys being part of her humans’ daily life. She is happiest curled up right next to you. She’s incredibly affectionate and would always choose to nap curled up with you on the couch or sit on your lap while you work.  She’s very friendly with people and has great dog social skills. She does well at doggy daycare and has transitioned easily into her current foster home, where she lives with three other dogs. She enjoys playtime but is respectful of dogs who prefer their space. Nilla is housetrained, crate-trained, and knows basic commands like “sit” and “come”—unless she has one of her beloved mini tennis balls, in which case she might decide to keep it to herself! She loves squeaky balls, enjoys playing fetch (even indoors), and has a funny habit of hiding her toys in shoes…Don’t worry, she doesn’t chew them! This pretty, fluffy girl is a very happy pup with a little sass. She loves running in the yard (especially on a long leash) and even enjoys the snow. Watching her zoom around is pure joy. She also has an adorable “singing” howl that will make you smile. Overall, Nilla would thrive in a home with an owner who is looking for a bestie. A work-from-home or more flexible schedule would be ideal for this loving, social girl. Apply today!   BREED ESTIMATE:  Maltese GENDER: Female  APPROXIMATE WEIGHT: 14 lbs APPROXIMATE AGE: ~  3.5 years old COAT TYPE: Soft, lowshed coat that needs regular grooming ADOPTION FEE: $425 OTHER INFO: utd on shots/spayed/microchipped LOCATION:  Vienna, VA   FOR MORE INFO OR TO ADOPT: Please go to https://adopt.worthydog.org and complete the application. You can also help save dogs like this one by becoming a foster, providing a rescue dog with a temporary home and giving them the love and care they need until they are permanently adopted. Every person who fosters is directly responsible for saving the life of a dog, because we can only save as many dogs as we have foster families available to welcome them into their homes. If you think you might be interested in becoming a foster and want to learn more, please go to https://foster.worthydog.org and fill out an application. Worthy Dog Rescue is an all-volunteer, foster-based rescue that primarily adopts to families in the DC Metro area. March 26, 2026, 12:26 am

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Operation Paws for Homes - MD Chapter

Frederick, MD 21703

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25.4 miles

Full Circle Rescue & Sanctuary - Maryland Transport Stop

Hagerstown, MD 21740

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30.7 miles

K-9 Lifesavers

Silver Spring, MD 20904

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31.4 miles

Fancy Cats & Dogs Rescue Team, Inc.

P. O. Box 182, Herndon, VA 20172

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36.2 miles

Worthy Dog Rescue

Vienna, VA 22181

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37.6 miles

Lucky Dog Animal Rescue

Washington, DC 20007

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38.6 miles

3ft.RESCUE - DC transport

Washington, DC 20037

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42 miles

Daisy's Legacy

Arlington, VA 22206

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47 miles

Caring Hearts Rescue

Springfield, VA 22153

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49.3 miles

Operation Paws for Homes, Inc. - VA Chapter

P.O.Box 90813, Alexandria, VA 22309

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