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Maltese

Female, Senior
Detroit, MI
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Puppy is lovable and very active, she loves long walks and runs. She can keep up if your a light jogger, but will stop to smell the hydrant. She is playful and gets very excited when she sees the mailman. She is a protector once she establishes who is caring for her. This is good and bad. She is a barker and will alert you to things. She is always in a good mood and loves her owner. She will get your emotions up if you are down. She is ❤️ love. Puppy, eats twice daily, she is funny about her meals and will pick out what she doesn’t like.I am looking for a loving person to care for a loving puppy. The fees are negotiable, I would like her to be truly cared for.
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Pinocchio

Maltese Maltese

Male, Senior
Troy, MI
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Pinocchio aka Pino! Like his namesake, Pino has a memorable little stride—thanks to an old back injury, he rocks an adorable quirky walk that only adds to his charm. This 11-pound sweetheart lost the only home he knew at 9–10 years old and is looking for a family to spend his golden years with. He loves following his people from room to room, sleeping in bed, and making friends with other small dogs. 11 lbs • 9-10 years old • Neutered • Vaccinated • Microchipped • Fresh dental cleaning Pino is working on potty training after bladder stone surgery and will need prescription food for life to help prevent future stones. He's not a fan of crates, but he's a huge fan of snuggles, companionship, and being your loyal little shadow. Could you be the happy ending this deserving senior has been waiting for? Apply HERE: https://peaceloveandpawsrescue.com/adopt%2Ffoster-application
Bonded Pair
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Winter

Maltese Poodle (Miniature)

Male, 8 yrs 2 mos
Pontiac, MI
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, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Bucky & Winter AVAILABLE FOR: Adoption BORN: July 2014 & July 2017 SEX: Males BREED: Maltese/Poodle Mixes WEIGHT: 12 lbs. & 14 lbs. MARL ARRIVAL: Strays BACKGROUND: Bucky (the older, black-furred pup) and Winter (the younger, white-furred cutie) are a lovable bonded pair who are ready to find their forever family—together. These two are relaxed, friendly as can be, and always happy to share affection… especially in the form of kisses! They enjoy getting out for walks and soaking up some fresh air, but they’re just as content living the cozy life. Dog beds, couch cuddles, and curling up in your lap are all high on their list of favorite things. Whether you’re looking for laid-back companions to keep you company at home or sweet little sidekicks for easy adventures, Bucky and Winter fit the bill perfectly. If you’re ready to double the love (and the kisses), Bucky and Winter are waiting to meet you! COMPATIBILITY: Based on our evaluation, we feel that Bucky and Winter have the potential to get along with other dogs. Bucky and Winter would do well in a home without cats. MEDICAL NEEDS: None. ADOPTION FEE: $250
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Dylan

Chihuahua Maltese

Male, Young
Allen Park, MI
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, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Dylan is a sweet Chihuahua Maltese mix. He is three years old. He does not have the Chihuahua personality. Dylan does not bond to only one member of the family, he loves the whole family equally. He loves short walks, he needs to be walked on a harness. He loves playing in the backyard. He is housebroken, crate trained, leash trained current on his vaccinations, had a dental 4 months ago, is on flea and tick and heart worm medication. Dylan is an all around happy little boy. Dylan is 9 lbs and loves all dog food, he’s not a picker eater. Dylan is my heart, I love him tremendously! I have to re home him because I am terminally ill. I have to go into hospice. All I am looking for is a safe, happy, loving home for my Dylan. He will be the family’s best friend and sidekick! He would be very happy if there was another dog in the home. He’s not good around cats. He wants to play with them like they are dogs. He’s nervous around small children, he would do well with children 8 or older.
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D128 Litter Nala

Bichon Frise Maltese

Female, Young
Livonia, MI
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.UPDATE: Nala is a bit standoffish when she first meets people, she is more comfortable with women than men but still growls and barks when meeting any new people, we are working on socialization skills. She is also doing well with house training but she is potty pad trained and still uses them from time to time.  Nala is the kind of gal that once she loves you she is yours and prefers to be only yours! I believe Nala would do best with no dogs in the home as she lived in a home with four other dogs and really does prefer one-on-one attention. Preferably only older children that are not loud or no children at all. She loves to play ball, and is currently learning to bring it back to you! Nala does tend to bark a lot when you leave her so probably no apartments, Condominiums, or duplexes for her. I am still learning more about her as times goes on. UPDATE: Nala is a Bichon Frise,  3 years old and potty pad trained. So far she's a wonderful lap dog and loves to play with toys. Meet the Quartet of Cuteness!   Nala, Bella Olaf and Big Mac aka Max are all Bichon Frise / Maltese mixes.  They may be a mom, dad and two offspring but we aren't certain.  What we do know is they all came from the same home.  Their owner died and the family was unable to keep them.  Each one has a distinct personality:  Bella is described as an 'attention hog', while Nala is more laid back and will not seek attention, but if you are willing to give it she will happily accept it.  Big Mac aka Max seems more outgoing than Olaf, who prefers at this point to 'observe' his world.  All are said to be good with other dogs and children. All will need time to adjust to a new home and routine.  Even though they are said to be good with other dogs and children, they have only lived together, so all will need slow and proper introductions to children and other dogs.  We don't know how they are with cats.  They all need basic training, including potty training.  Vet appointments for needed vaccines and spay/neuter are being done soon.  Because of their breed, each will require ongoing grooming, an additional cost to consider. We know these littles won't be with us for long so if interested in adopting any of them please apply soon.     Happy Days Dog & Cat Rescue requires a Spay/Neuter Contract by the adopter if puppies and kittens in our care are too young for sterilization at the time of adoption. This is a form the adopter signs at the time of adoption, confirming that they will get the pet spayed/neutered by a certain date. HDDCR holds a deposit [$50 for dogs, $25 for cats] in addition to the adoption fee until we receive proof from a veterinarian that the dog or cat was spayed/neutered by the date stipulated on the Spay/Neuter Contract. The deposit will be refunded to the adopter if spay/neuter was done according to the Spay/Neuter Contract signed by the adopter. Happy Days Dog and Cat Rescue microchips all dogs and cats before adoption. Microchips are implanted between the shoulder blades and are another form of identification should the animal get lost. The microchips are registered to Happy Days Dog and Cat Rescue. The microchip is transferred to the adopter once the adoption is complete. The adopter is responsible for a one-time $15 microchip enrollment fee, paid at the time of adoption.  Microchips are enrolled with AKC Reunite.    Dogs and Cats still need to have collar with tags should they get lost. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.May 29, 2026, 6:48 am
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Walter

Shih Tzu Maltese

Male, 2 mos
Royal Oak, MI
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
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Currently this sweet baby is with our rescue, The Artemis Project, in Arkansas. We DO, however, transport monthly to the metro Detroit area of MI. Because we’re able to transport, we ARE able to accept adoption applications directly from residents of MI. Why do we transport? Because animal overpopulation is severe in our region, and stray and unwanted dogs have very little chance of finding a home here. These babies are, however, at a high risk of being neglected, abused, abandoned, euthanized or even shot (it’s “the way things are done” for some people down here). YOU are truly one of the only safe and happy endings for the lucky ones we are able to rescue. Upon approval of your adoption application, we will then transport your new furbaby to you in the metro Detroit area for just a small travel expense fee of $50 in addition to the adoption fee. MICHIGAN RESIDENTS—>PLEASE CLICK THE LINK BELOW TO FILL OUT THE ADOPTION APPLICATION: https://new.shelterluv.com/form/other/TAP/2450-michigan-adoption Before we can change your new furbaby’s status from "adoptable" to "adoption pending," the $50 transport fee must be paid to secure the adoption. At that time, we will stop accepting applications. The entire adoption fee must be paid prior to the transport in order to ensure your new baby has a spot on the transport. Thank you SO MUCH for giving a homeless Arkansas pup a chance at a real life with a family of their very own!

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19.8 miles

Peace Love and Paws Rescue

PO Box 4, Troy, MI 48099

Pet Types: dogs

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26 miles

Michigan Animal Rescue League

790 Featherstone, Pontiac, MI 48342

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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