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Maltese puppies and dogs in New York, New York

Looking for a Maltese puppy or dog in New York, New York? Adopt a Pet can help you find an adorable Maltese near you.

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These Maltese are available in New York, New York.
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Clem

Maltese

Female, 6 yrs 1 mo
New York, NY
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
A little pocket rocket! As a breeder surrender, she is still getting use to people and the outdoors, however, she is curious and still loves to be held and stroked. she will happily lay and stare at what is happening around her from her bed, or will follow you out of the room and then run back to her bed once you start to come back. she is still exploring outside and working on her leash manners, but when on the leash, she wants to walk in her own direction and explore her immediate surroundings. Apart from that, she loves being in the carrier and taken outside like that! Fill out all below:Personality & Characteristics:My foster dog is good with: dogs & kidsMy foster dog is: Crate trained and hypoallergenic 3 Keywords for your pup:Energy Level (1= calm, 10= high energy): 3Barker? Or Quiet Pup?: quiet Walking Manners: working on the leash Appetite: eats both soft food and kibble Does the following: is fine both on the train and in the car Favorite Things:Commands/Tricks: hasn't leave any yet  ALL adoptions require a completed application and final contract. The application can be found at  WaldosRescue.org  and once you are approved to adopt you will be put in touch with the foster to see if it’s a good match. We are a RESCUE not a shelter. We conduct veterinary and personal reference checks during the application approval process. We are unable to contact every applicant for every dog.  We will select the best applicant for each dog, based on the dogs needs. Waldos Rescue Pen is a 501c3 whose primary focus is rescuing dogs from the euthanasia list from high kill shelters throughout the United States ##2001351##
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The Man (Manny)

Maltese Pomeranian

Male, 6 yrs
New York, NY
Size
(when grown) -
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Good with dogs, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Introducing Manny (or as we have started calling him, Sir Emmanuel). Manny is a teeny tiny pup with a big personality. He is extremely friendly with humans and other dogs, and loves playing with the other dogs at his fosters home! Manny is gentle and has an overall wonderful temperament. He would do very well in a home with other dogs or young children.  Manny loves walks, although he is still learning how to navitage properly on a leash! He is extremely curious, sniffing around new environments and testing out the softness of the grass in the backyard. Manny is currently working on his potty training. He does go outside, but he is still figuring out the difference between outside and inside. Manny is the perfect pup for a young family or another dog looking for a lifelong friend.  My foster dog is good with:Manny's fosters have not yet tested him around cats, but he is good with dogs and kids and is generally very passive. He does however, love to follow around your resident animal, so if your cat or dog loves being left alone, this may not be the right fit.   My foster dog is: Hypoallergenic 3 Keywords for your pup: Cuddly, Sweet, PassiveEnergy Leve:l 6-7Barker? Or Quiet Pup?: Manny is very quiet during the day, he doesn't bark when someone is at the door or at other dogs. He does bark when left alone.  Walking Manners: Manny loves to walk, he is starting to learn leash ettiquite, so he's a little zig-zaggy Appetite: good appetite Does the following: has separation anxiety Favorite Things: snuggling, walks ALL adoptions require a completed application and final contract. The application can be found at  WaldosRescue.org  and once you are approved to adopt you will be put in touch with the foster to see if it’s a good match. We are a RESCUE not a shelter. We conduct veterinary and personal reference checks during the application approval process. We are unable to contact every applicant for every dog.  We will select the best applicant for each dog, based on the dogs needs. Waldos Rescue Pen is a 501c3 whose primary focus is rescuing dogs from the euthanasia list from high kill shelters throughout the United States ##2032724##
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Toby (SC)

Maltese Poodle (Miniature)

Male, Puppy
New York, NY
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Toby (SC) is a male Maltese/Poodle (Maltipoo) mix estimated to be 2 months old at the time of intake in April 2024. Toby  is up to date on core vaccines (age-appropriate) and is microchipped. He will be neutered prior to joining his forever home unless there is a medical reason why it has not yet been completed (in which case RDR NYC will work with the adopter to ensure this is done at the appropriate time). Toby is good with people of all ages and other dogs. Toby was seized from a hoarding situation. He is an amazingly cute little guy, and he's a bundle of energy and love. He will zoom around and then plop down on your lap for a nap! If you would like Toby to join your family, please apply online to adopt Toby (SC) at www.rescuedogsrocknyc.org.  Given technical constraints on this database, this pet's location may not be as listed here. We can, however, provide transport support for pets in foster at a considerable distance from the adopter. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.April 24, 2024, 7:15 pm
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Rip

Maltese Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

Male, Young
New York, NY
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
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This little teddy bear is Rip! He's a one year old Maltese and Yorkie mix who weighs just nine pounds. This loving pup wants to be by your side as much as possible, and is the perfect size for bringing with you! Rip is still getting used to new surroundings with his foster in the big city, but when he's home with his people he's incredibly loving, gentle, and gets along with his canine foster sibling. He'll need some time and your patience to settle in and get used to going outside where there are new sights and sounds and strangers, but with a bit of training Rip will be the perfect buddy! Approved adopters interested in Rip can email adopt@hbrdogs.com for more info. If you're not approved yet, apply today at hbrdogs.com.

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Haerin

Maltese Toy Poodle

Female, Young
LONG ISLAND CITY, NY
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Haerin is a 1-year-old female poodle mix. She weighs 7 lbs. Meet the pups at our next event! **Saturday, April 27th* Location: Petco Union Square 44 Union Sq E, Manhattan Pre-approved adopters: 12:00-12:30 pm General public: 12:30 pm - 4:00 pm We encourage you to submit your adoption application before the events for pre-approval. This can speed up the process and help you find your furry friend faster. For more information on our adoption process and frequently asked questions, please visit: - -koreank9rescue.org/adoption-faq -koreank9rescue.org/adoption-procedures Your support is vital for our 501(c)(3) dog rescue's continued success in saving more lives. To contribute, please visit our Donation page at [www.koreank9rescue.org/donate](https://www.koreank9rescue.org/donate) or support us on Patreon at [www.patreon.com/koreank9rescue](https://www.patreon.com/koreank9rescue). Together, we can keep making a difference in the lives of these deserving dogs.
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Biscuit

Maltese

Male, Adult
Brooklyn, NY
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
I am looking for a new home for my 9 year old dog Biscuit. I love him but my home is not the best place for him. For the first 4 years of us having him, we lived in a house so his barking wasnt as bad as it is. He also spent more time alone as people were often at school or work but since we moved to an apartment 4 years ago and have mostly been home his possessive behavior and barking as gotten increasingly worse. At this point I often will wear headphones around the house. He also wont allow my mom to enter my room or speak to me without excessively barking or trying to attack her. We also cant leave our home without him howling and barking the entire time (disrupting neighbors). I know this is rare to find and a lot to ask but Im looking for someone who will not just take him, Im looking for someone who will allow me and my family to know how hes doing and possibly even visit 1-2 times a year. (P.S. Im also unemployed and can't afford the kind of training and medication he needs)
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Bunny

Maltese

Female, 6 yrs
Brooklyn, NY
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
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Meet Bunny! She needs a foster or foster to adopt commitment ASAP:  Found as a stray in Brooklyn, Bunny may be a Maltese mix, but she's got a heart as big as her size! Estimated to be 6 years old and weighing in at a whopping 30 pounds, Bunny's got a unique story to tell. Sure, she's a little on the chunky side and her back legs might need a bit of TLC, but don't let that fool you - this girl's got charm for days! Bunny is all about those chill vibes. She's mellow, loves nothing more than lounging on the couch with her people nearby, and brisk walks when she’s up for it. Bunny may need a little extra help in the mobility department, but she's a trooper. She's social with all people and has tested well with other pups. Plus, she's so quiet you might forget she's there (seriously, she hasn't barked once in her temp foster)!   So, if you're looking for a low-key companion to share some couch cuddles with, Bunny's your girl. Email us if you're ready to give this sweet girl the loving home she deserves at foster@rescuecity.nyc  ##2009039##
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Star

Maltese Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

Female, Senior
Bronx, NY
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Background: Star was given to me when I was 14 by my neighbor. The neighbor was not able to provide much for her and left her with me, with two existing conditions I wasn't aware of. She has bad teeth and her arm sometimes limps. Vets assume she is around 10-14 years right now. What we wish for Star is a quiet suburban area. A family with kids could be great but she needs a lot of attention and love. She is a homebody but does love sunny warm days. She may be an old dog with a chronic arm issue but that does not stop her from enjoying herself. She is loyal and gentle, and protective. She does not enjoy large dogs or crowded dog parks. We definitely believe that an older couple with a grassy backyard would enjoy her company. She loves kids as well.
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Grumpy *URGT* NEEDS IMMED FOSTER*

Maltese Shih Tzu

Male, Adult
Staten Island, NY
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
My name is GRUMPY and I’m a 5y M Tan Shih Tzu X. I’m 15 lbs of PURE SWEET GROUCHINESS. I was brought to a police precinct in the Bronx, NY and luckily the rescue was able to save me before I was taken to the shelter. I was affectionately named Grumpy because I was not immediately warm and fuzzy with the foster mom and growled at her a lot… but once I got to know her and she went slow with me to introduce me to her household… I trusted her and she can do anything to me now. I’m a little guarded with strangers and rightly so because I was pretty much neglected by my previous family. I’m housebroken and walk well on the leash and I can be picked up and handled as long as you slow. I’m a nice guy but nervous at first so I need someone who is going to be patient and believe in me and give me the TLC I need. I’m good with small dogs but am afraid of big dogs and will snap/snark at them. I’ve not met any cats so not sure about them and best if I don’t go with any young kids. I prefer to be the ONLY DOG so I can get all the attention that I never got in my previous home. My only other vice is that it’s not easy to groom me.. I’m nervous around objects coming to my face so I need to go to an experienced groomer but I was fine being handled by the vet. I need a QUIET ADULT ONLY home with someone or a couple that are home a lot and have had previous experience with a “grumpy” dog and are willing to give me the TLC and believe in me to make me the SWEET AND LOVING dog I know I can be!! If that’s you.. pls request an application by sending an email to: INFO@TAILSOFLOVERESCUE.ORGApril 22, 2024, 5:18 pm
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Shapo Dell

Maltese

Male, 3 yrs
Bellevile, 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
Meet Shapo! Shapo is an 8 pound maltese and is 3 to 4 years old. Shapo is really such a great little guy to be around! He is very sweet and kind natured. Shapo is crate trained and potty trained and does well on a leash. He has been great with all of the other doggy friends he has met. Shapo loves to hang out with the other dogs but is also perfectly content hanging out on the couch or bed with his humans. Shap0 had a dental cleaning and bloodwork at his recent vet visit. Interested in becoming a forever home for Shapo Dell? For immediate consideration, please fill out our online adoption application: http://www.friendswithfourpaws.org/adoption-form.html This is the first step in our process, and we DO NOT go any further without an application. If there are multiple dogs that you are interested in, please fill out an application for each dog. This does not include bonded pairs, one application will be fine. We have different adoption coordinators working with different dogs, and your application may be missed if you only apply once. Find more adoptable pets, news and information on Instagram @friendswithfourpaws or our Facebook page Friends with Four Paws . We put a lot of time and energy into processing our adoptions to find our babies the best fit home for them and you. Please do not submit an application if you are not serious about adopting Shapo Dell. We are so excited to work with you to find you a new forever friend, and Shapo Dell the perfect forever home, and appreciate you working with us. Our adoption fee is $525. This includes their spay/neuter surgery, full (age appropriate) vaccinations, microchip insertion and registration, deworming, heartworm testing and prevention, flea and tick prevention and travel expenses. All of our dogs are rescued from local shelters and the general public. Each dog is then placed in a foster home where he/she is kept for quarantine, to ensure if the dog gets sick it can receive proper treatment. We have foster homes in the NJ/NY area waiting to receive their fosters. Once an animal has received an application or there's an adopter interested, we make arrangements for transport. If a dog is already in foster care in NYC/NJ, an adopter will be put in touch with the foster home AFTER an application is being processed. Thank you in advance for your patience with our process and for making adoption YOUR option!

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Maltese shelters & rescues in New York, New York

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Waldo's Rescue Pen

New York, NY 10038

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Waldo's Rescue Pen

New York, NY 10038

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Korean K9 Rescue

PO Box 1092, LONG ISLAND CITY, NY 11101

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue Dogs Rock NYC, Inc.

P.O. Box 101, New York, NY 10028

Pet Types: dogs

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Hearts & Bones Rescue - NY

New York, NY 10024

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue City

Brooklyn, NY 11214

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Tails of Love Animal Rescue, Inc.

Staten Island, NY 10302

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, small animals

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9.7 miles

Friends With Four Paws, East Coast

Bellevile, NJ 07109

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Bobbi and the Strays

2 Locations 80-36 Cooper Avenue Glendale, NY 11385, And 2 Rider Place, Freeport, NY 11520

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Bobbi and the Strays

2 Locations 80-36 Cooper Avenue Glendale, NY 11385, And 2 Rider Place, Freeport, NY 11520

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