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Maltese puppies and dogs in Smithville, Missouri

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Chet

Maltese

Male, 3 yrs 1 mo
Kansas City, MO
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(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Wayside Waifs Campus- I would like to show off all the cool things I have known! Please arrive at the shelter before 4pm on our open adoption days to meet me!This dog is from a puppy mill situation. They will likely need time to adjust to home life. They have lived with many other dogs but have not experienced socialization with people and things like walking on a leash and doorways are challenging for many of them. Dogs from puppy mills can be difficult to housetrain, and adopters should be willing to be patient during this process. Crate training can be very helpful and also give the dog a safe place to call their own. It is also important to let them go at their own pace with building a relationship with their new family and limiting lots of commotion and visitors in the beginning is wise. They have not experienced life outside of the puppy mill, so things could be overwhelming for them at first. Patience and positive interactions are crucial. Aversive methods of training should be avoided. Puppy mill dogs are almost always treat motivated, so using that to build trust and teach new things is the way to go! Adopting a puppy mill dog can be extremely rewarding and the extra time needed to allow them to learn about life and love will be paid back in time!My Friends at Wayside say: - I’m smart and food/treat motivated.- New people and things make me a little nervous. Let’s take things slow! - I am enrolled in Confidence College. This is a program for dogs to build confidence and learn that the world is not so scary. My adoption comes with a free 30-minute private training session. - I am eligible for a Slumber Pawty, a 7-10 day in-home trial period. Please visit our website for additional information. My home needs are: - A fenced yard is a must for me! I do not know how to walk on a leash, so I need a secure area to go out for potty breaks.- I must meet other dogs in the home before adoption to ensure that we can be buddies. - I need a home with kids 6 years old and older since I tend to be nervous around new people and loud noises.- I must go home in an airline carrier of appropriate size. Please bring one with you or we do sell them in our retail store Whiskers and Wags.- For my safety, I need to go home on an anti-slip collar called a martingale collar. For your convenience, we sell them in our retail store, Whiskers and Wags.
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Albus

Maltese Mixed Breed (Small)

Male, 2 yrs 4 mos
Peculiar, MO
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats,
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Name: Albus House: Gryffindor (he’s brave, though he prefers his courage to be fueled by snuggles) Age: 2 years young Weight: A mere 6 lbs (the perfect size for a familiar) Are you looking for a magical companion to join you on your adventures—or, more accurately, to join you on your sofa for a marathon of The Prisoner of Azkaban? Meet Albus! Albus is a 2-year-old Maltese mix who has clearly mastered the Accio Cuddle charm. He is a professional-level snuggler who believes personal space is a myth and that he should be within a 2-inch radius of his favorite human at all times. While he is a social butterfly with other cats and dogs of all sizes, Albus is a bit of a shy wizard when he first meets new people. He’s looking for a patient human who understands that he needs a little time to come out of his shell—think of it like waiting for a mandrake to mature. Once he trusts you, his loyalty is unbreakable. His Magical Talents: * Crate Proficiency: He treats his crate like his own personal dormitory. * Levitation Training: He is currently working on his leash skills, but let’s be honest: he’s much more interested in the Wingardium Leviosa approach (aka being carried everywhere like the tiny prince he is). What’s included in his $400 Adoption Fee: He comes fully prepared for his journey into your home with his neuter, vaccines, heartworm test, and microchip already taken care of. He’s also up to date on all his flea, tick, and heartworm prevention—he’s got better protection than a Patronus charm! Are you ready to be the chosen one for this little guy? Apply to meet Albus today!
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Rose

Maltese Mixed Breed (Small)

Female, 10 yrs 7 mos
Spring Hill, KS
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(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Ruby

Maltese Mixed Breed (Small)

Female, 10 yrs 7 mos
Spring Hill, KS
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(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Mitch

Maltese Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 11 yrs
Spring Hill, KS
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Spayed or Neutered,
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I'm Mitch, an 11-year-old cream and white Maltese mix with a heart as big as they come! 🐕 At just 14.6 pounds, I'm the perfect lap-dog size, and I'm gentle, affectionate, and genuinely friendly with everyone I meet. I'm a smart boy who loves being close to my people — whether that's snuggling on the couch or following you around the house. Come meet me and discover why seniors like me make the most grateful, loving companions. 💕
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Hufflepuff

Maltese Shiba Inu

Female, 13 yrs 6 mos
Spring Hill, KS
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Hufflepuff! If entertainment is what you want, Huffy is your girl. This adorable girl dances and signs for her meals. What's better than that? Hufflepuff is a sweet gal who would love to have a pack of her own and a home to call her furever home. She is a bit of the nervous type. But once she gets to know you, she's all love and cuddles. She loves scratches on her chin and belly. She gives gentle boops to your leg or hand when she's excited. She has learned to play with the foster's dogs who have helped her learned this is a great foster home! Adopt Huffy and add some love to your life now!

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32.1 miles

Wayside Waifs Animal Shelter

3901 Martha Truman Road, Kansas City, MO 64137

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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46.7 miles

Adopt Rescue Foster

Peculiar, MO 64078

Pet Types: dogs

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48.2 miles

Always and Furever Midwest Animal Sanctuary

23595 W 223rd St., Spring Hill, KS 66083

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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