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Maltese puppies and dogs in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Lotus

Maltese Shih Tzu

Female, Adult
Philadelphia, PA
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
I acquired Lotus from someone who could no longer take care of her due to health reasons. I've only had her for 2 weeks, she is actually a good girl, but my cat is not having it. I've had my cat for a long time, and I am not getting rid of my cat. Lotus does not get along with my cat, and she will bark and chase her. It's adding stress to my cat, and she is hiding & when she wants to eat, my cat has to make sure Lotus is not around. Not cool. Otherwise, Lotus is actually a good girl, she will either sleep or just watch you all day. You must put her on a scheduled feeding time and bathroom time so that she does not have accidents in the house. She has a bit of anxiety, which I can understand because it's a new environment, but it is not working out. I am only asking for $100 because I bought all this stuff (new bed, 14 lb. bag of food, lots of snacks, towel for her bath, shampoo, doggie bags, toothbrush, etc.) for her at Petsmart. She would do well in a home w/o a cat there.
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Oreo

Shih Tzu Maltese

Male, Senior
Philadelphia, PA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Oreo has been apart of my family going on 15 years. I’ve recently had a baby and trying to manage is just a lot. I’m looking for a home where he will be able to get the attention he needs. He is a senior dog who requires alot of attention and outside time. He loves snacks and being out of the cage. He has anxiety and also struggles with going to the bathroom. Would prefer someone who is retired and just looking for a fur friend.

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These Maltese are available for adoption close to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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Lady

Maltese

Female, Adult
Camden County, NJ
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Lady’s a 7yo 10lb Maltese mix. She’s dog selective, cat and kid 13+ friendly. She’s housebroken if kept on a schedule but will wear a diaper and use pee pads and crate trained. She’s good in a secure fenced in yard and/or going for harness leashed walks. She’s agile, smart, likes squeaky toys, people and going for walks but will bark at people, dogs and noises. She is easy startled so best to sleep in a dog bed on the floor so not to accidentally wake her while sleeping. Lady’s foster requires a calm home, where someone is home often, so not to be left for long periods of time, be an only dog, brushed/groomed often to prevent matting along with leadership, consistency, structure and to continue working on training. If your home DOES NOT meet these requirement’s please DO NOT put an application in. We will not call anyone whose home does not meet the needed requirements. Also, we will be concentrating on local to foster applications 1st since home checks and meets with all humans and animals in home is needed at meet. Our fosters are all volunteers so aren’t always able to travel too far. Lady as all dogs should have 2 weeks in their new home with just their people who live in the home and to not have people over for at least 2 weeks. Dogs need time to settle in and adjust to their new people and environment first so they can learn to trust them first. Lady takes medication for a seizure disorder and for her eyes. She’s spayed, vaccinated, HW negative and microchipped. Currently in Phila, PA. If your home meets the needed requirements and you’re interested in applying to adopt please do so at www.tprescue.org
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Watermelon

Maltese

Female, Adult
Gwynedd valley, PA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Watermelon is a 7 year old Maltese. This little lady is about 4-5 lbs and she is so sweet and gentle and chill. Are you looking for a little lap dog to keep you company this winter? She may just be your girl. She will be spayed, microchipped and vaccinated. [PA Kennel License # 07735]
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Ferdinand

Maltese

Male, Young
Gwynedd valley, PA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
Ferdinand is a 6 month old, male Maltipoo. He is going to be one handsome hunk once he visits a groomer. Pa kennel License # 07735
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Selena

Maltese

Female, Adult
Gwynedd valley, PA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Sweet little Selena is a 6-year- old, 7 - 8 lbs Maltese, looking for a family to call her own. She likes to follow you around and investigate her surroundings. She gets along with the other dogs in her foster home and has been seen trying play / climb on one of them. She is timid of people at first but has been warming up to her foster mom and doesn't mind being picked up for a snuggle or two. She just wants to be a companion dog being with someone makes her happy. Selena does have a low-grade heart murmur and test show that her albumin is low - this means like most aging people/ dogs she will need some medicine and a special low-fat diet to keep her healthy. Despite her medical needs she is a fun feisty little girl who loves to eat and loves her beds. She is spayed, current on vaccinations, and microchipped. [PA Kennel License #07735]
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Mellow

Maltese

Female, Adult
Gwynedd valley, PA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet little Mellow. This sweet girl is a 7 year old Maltese. What a cutie. She is about 5 lbs and a happy sweet girl. She would love a family of her own and a soft bed and a welcoming lap to sit on. She will be spayed, microchipped and vaccinated. [PA Kennel License # 07735]
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Lotus

Maltese Shih Tzu

Female, Adult
Philadelphia, PA
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
I acquired Lotus from someone who could no longer take care of her due to health reasons. I've only had her for 2 weeks, she is actually a good girl, but my cat is not having it. I've had my cat for a long time, and I am not getting rid of my cat. Lotus does not get along with my cat, and she will bark and chase her. It's adding stress to my cat, and she is hiding & when she wants to eat, my cat has to make sure Lotus is not around. Not cool. Otherwise, Lotus is actually a good girl, she will either sleep or just watch you all day. You must put her on a scheduled feeding time and bathroom time so that she does not have accidents in the house. She has a bit of anxiety, which I can understand because it's a new environment, but it is not working out. I am only asking for $100 because I bought all this stuff (new bed, 14 lb. bag of food, lots of snacks, towel for her bath, shampoo, doggie bags, toothbrush, etc.) for her at Petsmart. She would do well in a home w/o a cat there.

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Maltese shelters & rescues in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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12.8 miles

Tiny Paws Rescue Inc

Camden County, NJ 08002

Pet Types: dogs

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13.5 miles

Wellie’s Wish Dog Rescue

Gwynedd valley, PA 19437

Pet Types: dogs

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19.1 miles

Arcadia Animal Rescue - Central NJ Chapter

Hamilton, NJ 08620

Pet Types: cats, dogs, small animals

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26.1 miles

Peyton's Place Animal Rescue

Sewell, NJ 08080

Pet Types: birds, dogs

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28 miles

Lucky Tails Rescue - NJ transport

East Windsor, NJ 08520

Pet Types: dogs

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29.8 miles

To Love a Canine Rescue, Inc

PO Box 422, Kimberton, PA 19442

Pet Types: dogs

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32.7 miles

Phoenix Animal Rescue

Chester Springs, PA 19425

Pet Types: birds, dogs, reptiles

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32.9 miles

Logan's Heroes Animal Rescue Inc.

9411 Kings Highway, East Greenville, PA 18041

Pet Types: cats, dogs, horses

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33.2 miles

Angel's Retreat

West Chester, PA 19382

Pet Types: dogs

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35.2 miles

Wilma's Orphans, Inc

Jackson, NJ 08527

Pet Types: dogs

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