Maltese puppies and dogs in Faribault, Minnesota

**Meet Willie – 13 Pounds of Fluff, Fun, and Zoomies!** Willie is a 13-pound teddy bear with a big personality and an even bigger love for other dogs. If there’s a playmate nearby, Willie is all in! He absolutely thrives in the company of canine friends and would love a home with another playful dog to romp and bounce around with. Ok, lets be truthful. Willie wants 10 dogs in his new home as he wears each one out. haha Willie is a happy, friendly little guy who enjoys being part of the action — especially if that action involves dogs. He prefers dogs over people and is what we lovingly call “fearful of capture.” That means he doesn’t like being cornered, grabbed, or forced into something before he’s ready. If you try to catch him, he’ll dodge like a tiny ninja. It’s not mean behavior — it’s self-protection and uncertainty. With understanding and respectful handling, he does beautifully. The good news? Willie is smart and thrives with routine. He is kennel-trained, and his kennel is a helpful, positive tool when it’s time to leash up. He is potty-trained and does best with a securely fenced yard attached directly to the home, so he can go in and out without needing to be physically caught. This setup helps him feel safe and keeps everyone stress-free. Willie loves going for walks and does well in the car. He’s good with people as long as interactions stay calm and on his terms. He’s looking for a peaceful, patient home experienced with dog behavior — someone who understands that trust is earned, not forced. Best with no kids or older respectful kids. If you appreciate the sensitive, thoughtful dogs of the world and know the joy that comes from building trust, Willie may just be your perfect little sidekick. Adoption fee is $350 plus tax. Apply to adopt at **CampCompanion.org**.

Meet Our “Gentleman’s Club 7” Breeder-Release Maltese Dogs 🌼 (Reginald, Clarence, Edwin, Percival, Wilfred, Bertram, and Theodore) Meet Edwin 💙 — a tiny 7-lb Maltese with a huge personality and a talent for making people laugh. Edwin is a funny little guy who brings big, joyful energy… especially when other dogs are around. Edwin is still getting used to living in a home with people. He will snuggle his foster mom on his own and is slowly becoming more comfortable with being petted. However, Edwin is still scared of being picked up. What he lacks in confidence with people, he more than makes up for in his love of dogs — they make him very happy and help him feel safe. Edwin is under-socialized, but with patience, gentle handling, and consistent, kind routines, he is beginning to feel more secure and learn what it means to be loved. He’ll do best in a calm home that lets him move at his own pace and celebrates small wins. He walks well on a leash if he’s accompanied by another dog. Edwin is doing well going potty outside on a schedule with the help of his foster family’s dogs as role models. However, he may still have potty accidents at times if his scheduled potty routine isn’t closely followed. REQUIREMENTS: • Edwin must have another social dog in the home (all sizes are fine!) Adoption fee: $350.00 + tax Apply to adopt: www.campcompanion.org Edwin is looking for a patient, dog-savvy home where he can feel safe, follow a confident canine friend, and let his big personality shine. 🐾

🌼 Meet Our “Gentleman’s Club 7” Breeder-Release Maltese Dogs 🌼 (Reginald, Clarence, Edwin, Percival, Wilfred, Bertram, and Theodore) Hi, I’m Bertram. I’m adjusting to life in a house, where I can sleep on dog beds and play with toys. It’s been a lot to take in and a lot to learn, but I’m starting to get the hang of things. I love lying on comfy spots! My favorite space was a big dog bed in the living room, but lately I’ve been liking the couch. My foster parents and I like to relax in bed after a long day, and I enjoy snuggling up by their knees. Sometimes they’ll gently move me closer to them, which can be a little scary right away, but then I realize I like it. I’m learning to go potty outside, and I’m doing a pretty good job. I have some furry foster siblings, and I don’t mind them. I prefer the calmer, sleepier ones overall the really playful types I think. I have some nervousness around humans, due to my past, so I probably wouldn’t come up to you right away, or even in the first few weeks. But if you slowly approach me and pick me up, I’ll settle down into your lap and spend some time with you. I don’t enjoy being pet a ton yet though. I’m still learning! Do you have a calm space I could reside in, and have the patience to let me learn how to be loved by humans? Apply to adopt me at campcompanion.org. My adoption fee is $350 plus tax. *Bertram will most likely need dental work in the future

temp foster needed 2/12-3/8! I need to be fostered with my buddy, we are Stormy and Sunny! Email fostersupport@theboondbetween.org if you can help! Select the "Apply for Adoption" if you would like to adopt Hi, my name is Sunny and I am from Kentucky! From their foster: Get ready to fall in love with Stormy! He is cautious when getting to know people, but once he knows you are his person, he lights up when he sees you and comes in for a cuddle. He can get startled and nervous with sudden movement and noises, but he is recovering more quickly as he settles in. His brother, Sunny, is an important calming friend for him. He may do best in a calm environment. Stormy does great with our teenagers. He has not been around younger kids or other pets while with us. He is house-trained, crate-trained, and ready to bring love to his forever family. He and his brother, Sunny, are such a great pair as they look out for each other and entertain each other. This southern boy is getting used to Minnesota winter and seems to enjoy running around in the snow.

Hi, my name is Stormy and I am from Kentucky! From their foster: What a sweetheart! Sunny is full of joy and loves to run and play. He does great with our teenage kids. He is house-trained, crate-trained, and ready to bring love to his forever family. He has not been around younger kids or other pets while with us. He and his brother, Stormy, are such a great pair as they look out for each other and entertain each other. This southern boy is getting used to Minnesota winter and seems to enjoy running around in the snow.

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Thank you for stopping by to see me!  Please fill out an application to set up  a private meeting.  I know you want to meet me! Come to the Underdog Headquarters (3345 Dakota Ave, St. Louis Park, 55416) on February, 22nd from 12:00-1:00 pm. Please email inquiries@underdogrescuemn.com for questions regarding the dogs. Tallahassee is a 9.5&#226&#128&#145pound Maltese senior with a soft spirit, a shy heart, and the sweetest presence you could ever hope for in a companion. She’s around 9–10 years old and has some medical needs, but she is full of love, calm energy, and quiet companionship. She is incredibly gentle and wonderfully quiet — truly a dream dog for anyone with shared walls or a peaceful home. She never barks for attention, food, or visitors. Instead, she prefers to quietly observe the world around her, taking her time to warm up before offering her trust. Once she feels safe, she loves being in the same room as her person, napping nearby, and soaking up the comfort of simply being close. Tallahassee is doing beautifully with potty training on a schedule. She uses a potty pad on the deck when it’s too cold and keeps her kennel clean when left alone. She now sleeps with her foster mom and loves the routine and security of being close at night. She enjoys slow walks, sunshine, and finding excuses to stay outside just a little longer. Indoors, she has claimed a sunny spot on the sofa as her personal throne. She doesn’t explore much, preferring cozy rest over wandering. She loves being brushed — as long as you avoid her face — and will gently hide her head if grooming gets too close to her sensitive areas. Tallahassee is wonderful with other dogs and never barks or shows aggression. She may get nervous if another dog rushes up too quickly, and she can be scared in new situations, sometimes trying to slip away until she feels safe again. She’s also currently afraid of car rides. She has several medical needs: a heart murmur requiring twice&#226&#128&#145daily medication, severe dental disease, and a hernia. Because of her heart condition, she cannot undergo anesthesia, so her dental and surgical needs cannot be addressed. She will require ongoing care, gentle handling, and a home committed to her comfort and well&#226&#128&#145being. Tallahassee doesn’t play with toys, but she loves soft treats, warm naps, and being near her person. She is the sweetest little lap companion who will sit with you for hours, offering quiet affection and a peaceful presence. If you’re looking for a gentle, loving senior who wants nothing more than a calm home, a soft bed, and someone to adore, Tallahassee is ready to be your devoted little shadow. Please note that some of our dogs are obtained from shelters, surrendered to our care, or released from breeders. Each animal's bio is based on our experience of the animal within our care, an educated guess based on physical characteristics, temperament and information shared. Each dog receives basic grooming when coming into rescue, but for some dogs they have not received grooming attention until recently and grooming may be required shortly after adoption. This will be at the adopter’s expense, so we encourage you to research the breed and be prepared for grooming expenses. Underdog cannot guarantee hypoallergenic or non-shedding qualities of any dogs in our rescue. Some of the animals come from situations where they are lacking experience in a home and confidence in humans. In turn, they require another companion dog and/or a fenced in yard in their forever home in order for them to feel safe. If you are interested in a particular dog whose bio states those needs and do not currently have them, please understand that your home might not be the right fit. Please use the filter on our Adoptable Dogs page to find the perfect match for your home.   ***Be sure to check your spam/junk folder as sometimes our emails end up there*** Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.If you have other questions about me you can email Underdog Rescue at <inquiries@underdogrescuemn.com> ADOPTION EVENTS:      Adoption events are updated at the top of each dogs animals' as their foster home signs up. Check back for updates on which events they will be attending. If an event is not listed within their bio above, the animal is not planning to attend.  Please understand that all of our pets are in volunteer foster homes and sometimes "life" happens and the foster family cannot make it to their scheduled adoption event. If you are traveling from a far distance to meet a specific animal, please understand we cannot guarantee event attendance. We recommend filling out an application and we will set up a private appointment. Private appointments are only scheduled after an application is submitted and approved. ADOPTION PROCEDURE: The first step in our process is to complete an online adoption application on our website: http://www.underdogrescuemn.com/adoptionprocess/   Note: In most circumstances Underdog Rescue will only adopt within 60 miles of Minneapolis, MN.  All of our foster animals can be seen by appointment with an approved adoption application. Contact us at http://www.underdogrescuemn.com/contact-us/ if you have further questions. FOSTER CARE: All of our animals are fostered in individual homes or doggie daycare facilities. While they are in our care, they are part of our families and given lots of love. We work on training, crate-training and socialization prior to adoption, but each bio is written by the foster as they see them, in their home. Each animal's behavior is evaluated and we have a sense of its temperament and personality, but it cannot be guaranteed. We look for adopters who will give each animal the wonderful life and permanent home that he or she deserves in time and with patience.  If you have an interest and ability to be a foster home, please visit our website  www.underdogrescuemn.com/foster-applications  and fill out a foster application. NUTRITION: Nutrition is vital to the rehabilitation and life-long health of our pets.  All of our foster animals are fed a premium diet such as NutriSource, Canidae, Orijen, Nature's Variety, Fromm, Pure Vita, Stella and Chewy's, Primal, or balanced raw diet.  All adopters are required to continue providing premium diets for the life of the animal. YOU CAN HELP: Not able to foster or adopt right now? Please consider sponsoring an Underdog. Your donation will help us buy dog food and pay for medical costs. Visit this link  www.underdogrescuemn.com/donate   to donate.  (Please note: A Paypal account is not necessary to use Paypal. When you get to the Paypal page, just use the link to the left of their login to make your donation via Paypal without an account.) February 20, 2026, 9:42 am