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Tonki (H)

Maltese

Male, 8 yrs 3 mos
Plainfield, NJ
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
• Rescue Story: Meet Tonki👋 In April 2025, a group of small dogs—believed to be victims of an illegal breeding operation—were found abandoned together on the streets of South Korea. Tonki was one of them. Now, he’s ready to leave his difficult past behind and begin a new chapter as a beloved member of a loving family. Having learned how to live happily with humans in his foster home, Tonki is patiently waiting for his forever home—where he’ll be cherished, protected, and loved the way he truly deserves. • Personality: Sweet, Friendly, Bright Tonki is a lovable, easygoing pup with a bright, happy energy. He’s incredibly affectionate and loves showing his humans just how much love he has to give! While he may need a little extra time to warm up to adult men, once he does, he becomes a loyal and devoted furry companion. • Affinity with - Dogs: Wonderful with other dogs! He’d do great as an only dog or as a second dog. - Cats: Not tested - Adults/Kids: Good with people, including kids / Needs a bit more time to warm up to adult men. • House Training: Fully housebroken - using pee pads indoors and going potty outside. • Walking Manners: Super gentle on leash and loves going for walks! • Bathing/Brushing: Tolerates both well. • Separation Anxiety: May howl briefly when first left alone, but once he settled, he relaxes and rests peacefully by himself. • Barks/Howls: Occasional barking when a male family member approaches suddenly. • Car Rides: Comfortable and calm • Appetite/Food Allergies: Big eater! / No food allergies found so far. • Likes/Dislikes: Likes to play with toys that make noise. / Not a fan of being lifted suddenly by a male family member • Shedding level (1~10): 1-2 • Health: Currently a healthy pup! He tested positive for heartworm when rescued, completed treatment successfully, and tested negative in Dec 2025. ----------- **Adoption Fee Information The adoption fee already includes all major expenses, such as: International transportation, Customs and export documentation, Medical care (spay surgery, vaccinations, health certificate, deworming, etc.) For this reason, we kindly ask that you refrain from requesting a breakdown or negotiation of the adoption fee. Your support directly helps us continue rescuing and caring for dogs in need, and we sincerely appreciate your understanding.
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Snowden

Maltese

Female, 11 yrs 2 mos
Lake Hiawatha, NJ
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
WISE is entirely volunteer-run and all of the donations made to our rescue go directly back to the animals in our care. By partnering with veterinary practices that support our work, we are able to save animals’ lives and restore them back to health. While some animals only need standard care, others require more extensive veterinary or behavioral care. Regardless of which dog you are applying for, we are looking for adopters to support our program with a minimum donation of $850. The donation may or may not be directly applied to care of the dog you're adopting but rather goes toward supporting all of the dogs in the rescue. We appreciate the understanding of our potential adopters. Please keep this in mind prior to applying.NAME: SnowdenBREED: MalteseDOB: Mar 31, 2015 (10 years 10 months)Home Recommendation: Snowden is a loving and devoted dog who thrives on companionship and being close to her favorite people. She would do best in a home where someone is around most of the time, as she truly enjoys spending her days by her person's side. Whether it's relaxing together at home, following you from room to room, or simply enjoying your company, Snowden is happiest when she feels included in her family's daily life. Her affectionate nature and strong bond with her humans make her a wonderful companion for someone looking for a loyal, loving dog who wants nothing more than to be near the people she loves.Personality: Snowden is a sweet, affectionate girl who loves nothing more than spending time with her person. Whether she's curling up for a cozy nap, tagging along on an adventure, or simply relaxing by your side, Snowden is happiest when she's with the people she loves. She enjoys traveling and makes a wonderful companion for outings, always eager to be part of the journey. With her loving personality and loyal nature, Snowden is looking for a home where she can share plenty of snuggles, companionship, and memorable adventures with her favorite human.KIDS: YesDOGS: YesCATS: YesTraining: Snowden is pad-trained and reliably uses pee pads, making her an easy addition to many households. With her gentle nature, good manners, and loyal personality, Snowden is looking for a home where she can continue to enjoy plenty of love, companionship, and shared adventures with her favorite person.WHY DID THEY COME TO WISE: Some large-scale breeding programs occasionally have dogs and puppies they are unable to place due to medical needs, birth defects, appearance differences, or simply because there is not enough demand. WISE partners with groups working to help provide these dogs with a second chance rather than an uncertain future. We are committed to rescuing and caring for dogs of all kinds — healthy, medically fragile, senior, or those with special needs — and giving them the love, safety, and opportunity they deserve.Visit WiseAnimalRescue.org to fill out an adoption application.Adoption areas include: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Maine, Vermont, Virginia, Delaware, Maryland, the District of Columbia, Rhode Island, and New Hampshire.
Special Needs
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Nigiri TX

Maltese

Male, Senior
Boonton, NJ
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Nigiri has been patiently waiting for over four months, watching his friends head off to their forever homes… and wondering when it will finally be his turn. This sweet 10-year-old Maltese mix may be small (just 10 pounds!), but his heart is huge.   Nigiri is the definition of a “Velcro dog”—he loves being close to his person and will happily follow you from room to room, just to keep you company. If you’re looking for a loyal little shadow who will shower you with quiet devotion, Nigiri is your guy. He’s also great with dogs and does well with kids, making him a wonderful addition to many different types of families. Nigiri would do well with a dog buddy, but otherwise his perfect home would be with someone who is retired and is home a lot. Or is retired and wants to take Nigiri with them when they run errands, etc.   Nigiri does have diabetes, which means he needs insulin injections twice a day. But don’t let that scare you—he takes them like an absolute champ, with zero fuss. He’s cooperative, gentle, and makes it easy to care for him. All Nigiri really wants is someone who sees past his medical condition and recognizes the loving, gentle companion he truly is. He’s past the puppy chaos and ready to settle into a calm, cozy home where he can spend his golden years by your side.   Nigiri has been overlooked for far too long. Could you be the one to give him the forever home he’s been waiting for?   Age: 10 years Weight: 10 pounds Breed: Maltese mix Ideal Home: Quiet, loving, low-energy Temperament: Gentle, affectionate, calm   Interested in adopting Nigiri? Please submit an adoption application asking for Nigiri TX at www.northstarpets.org!  June 17, 2026, 8:27 pm
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Dexter

Maltese Bichon Frise

Male, Adult
Wharton, NJ
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
PLEASE READ BELOW FOR OUR ADOPTION APPLICATION LINK MEET DEXTER the MALTI-CHON-POO North New Jersey Dexter is an 18lb 10 yo Maltese-Bichon-Poodle and the sweetest little dude. Dexter was loved his whole life but unfortunately his elderly owner could no longer care for him. He is loving, gentle, and quiet and would be a wonderful companion for someone who is retired or works from home and wants a buddy to hang out with. Dexter loves to nap and EAT and enjoys meandering around the yard sniffing all the smells. In his former home he didn’t have a yard so he is accustomed to going for walks. He lived with another small breed dog in his former home and currently in his foster home and doesn’t have much interest in them. He very much prefers his human but he is pretty independent as well. He is just an all-around easy going guy that is just happy to have a soft bed and yummy food with some pets and loving in between. Dexter is not a fussy eater but his tummy was a bit of figuring out. He landed on a basic kibble and has been regular since. He was brought UTD, HW negative, had a dental and cherry eye removal (it won’t come back), full blood work and xrays, he is neutered, and he is housebroken for outside but he will use potty pads if available. He is a loving little guy that deserves his special person for the holidays. If you are interested in meeting Dexter please fill out our adoption application (link below) and read our process (below and on our website). Please note we do not reply to all applications we receive, unfortunately we do not have the bandwidth to do so at this time. We only reply if we would like to move forward with your application and we will get in touch relatively quickly so please watch your email and answer your phone. Thank you very much in advance for your understanding!! His adoption donation is $450. TO BE CONSIDERED, PLEASE FILL OUT OUR ADOPTION APPLICATION We only process complete applications and providing false information immediately disqualifies you from adopting. https://gingerbreaddogs.org/adopt-overview/adoption-application/ Please follow our Facebook page to see new dogs as they arrive and to keep up on the daily shenanigans: https://www.facebook.com/gingerbreaddogs ABOUT OUR PROCESS: WE ONLY CONTACT APPLICANTS WITH WHOM WE WANT TO MOVE FORWARD. We typically get in touch within 24-48 hours, but it may take up to 10 days. Please watch your email and answer your phone (from 201 area code) after you submit an application. Unfortunately, we do not have the manpower to reply to all applicants. We also do not have the manpower to accept phone calls. Everything we know about the dog is posted above. Our adoption process is on our website. You can see more about our daily operations on our Facebook page. PLEASE call your vet office right now and give them permission to speak with rescues if you are applying to adopt from any rescue. Ask them to mark your file. If they will not speak with us, we will move on to the next application and you will not be considered. We consider out-of-area adoptions on a case-by-case basis. All meet & greets and adoptions are held in north New Jersey, and we do not transport our pups. You must come to NJ. We also do not “hold” dogs. It is “first qualified, first come” and our expectation is you will move quickly to conduct the meet & greet if you are approved. An approved application does not guarantee adoption of any dog from our rescue, and we reserve the right to deny adoption at any point during the process.
Bonded Pair
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Bella

Maltese

Female, 13 yrs 1 mo
BROOKLYN, NY
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Bella — a gentle, affectionate pup searching for a warm and patient home. She is part a deeply bonded pair with Chanel. Bella may not be able to see the world around her, but she feels every bit of it especially the love she receives from best friend, Chanel. This sweet, completely blind senior girl navigates life with a brave and tender heart, finding her confidence through the presence of Chanel. The two are inseparable, and Bella's trust in Chanel is one of the most touching things you'll ever witness between two animals. Bella is calm and deeply affectionate. She loves nothing more than curling up on the couch for a long snuggle session, and she'll happily nestle right on top of Chanel while they wait for their person to come home who is always greeted with the sweetest howls and barks of pure excitement. She enjoys short walks outside, but once she's done her business, she's ready to be scooped up and held close. For Bella, the world feels safer in someone's snuggly arms. Bella is looking for a home filled with patience, gentleness, and warmth. If you’re looking for gentle companions who are always ready to warm up your day, Bella and Chanel are waiting to meet you. Please fill out and submit an adoption application today. ADOPTION APP: https://amaanimalrescue.org/adoption-application/ FAQs: https://amaanimalrescue.org/faq/ CONNECT: Facebook & Instagram @amaanimalrescue
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Ruby

Maltese

Male, Young
BROOKLYN, NY
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Ruby, the gem you've been searching for. Ruby is a young Maltese mix with a soft heart and impeccable fluff! With his luscious locks and sweet personality, he's impossible not to adore. Ruby has a gentle, thoughtful nature and likes to take in the world around him before jumping right in. While some dogs are eager to be everyone's best friend immediately, Ruby prefers meaningful connections. Once he gets to know you, his affectionate side shines, and he quickly forms strong bonds with his favorite people. Beneath all that fabulous hair is an incredibly loving companion who really enjoys being close to the people he cares about. He's the kind of dog who makes you feel special because his affection is a treasure reserved for those he trusts. If you're looking for a sweet, loyal companion with beauty, charm, and a heart of gold, Ruby is ready to sparkle his way into your life! Please fill out and submit an adoption application today. ADOPTION APP: https://amaanimalrescue.org/adoption-application/ FAQs: https://amaanimalrescue.org/faq/ CONNECT: Facebook & Instagram @amaanimalrescue

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Maltese shelters & rescues in Summit, New Jersey

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6.9 miles

Pawcific Rescue - Transport

1764 Sleepy Hollow Ln, Plainfield, NJ 07060

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

11.5 miles

Wise Animal Rescue

PO Box 121, Lake Hiawatha, NJ 07034

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

14.5 miles

NorthStar Pet Rescue Inc

PO Box 284, Boonton, NJ 07005

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

18.5 miles

The Gingerbread House Sanctuary & Rescue

Wharton, NJ 07885

Pet Types: dogs

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Shelter

20.6 miles

AMA Animal Rescue

2815 Cropsey Ave, BROOKLYN, NY 11214

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

21.4 miles

ADOGS(Adopt Dogs) - NJ Transport

Palisades Park, NJ 07650

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

21.7 miles

Husky House

391 Rt 34, Matawan, NJ 07747

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Shelter

23.2 miles

Ramapo Bergen Animal Refuge, Inc.

2 Shelter Lane, Oakland, NJ 07436

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

23.2 miles

Second Chance Pet Adoption League

P.O. Box 221, Oak Ridge, NJ 07438

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

25.6 miles

Pet ResQ Inc

24 West Railroad Ave, Tenafly, NJ 07670

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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