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Maltese puppies and dogs in Alexandria, Virginia

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Lily

Maltese Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 5 mos
Arlington, VA
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(when grown) -
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
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Tonki (H)

Maltese

Male, 8 yrs 2 mos
Washington, DC
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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Nyra

Maltese

Female, Adult
Washington, DC
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Please contact Robert Badura (robert.badura@luckydoganimalrescue.org) for more information about this pet.small sweet mama seeking fresh start and love! NYRA NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!! Name:   Nyra         Best Guess for Breed:   Maltese mix Best Guess for Age:  6 years as of March 2026       SEX:   Female   Approximate Weight:   11.2 lbs as of 3/30   Gets Along With:  Other dogs! We haven't seen her with cats or kids but we are happy to discuss integration techniques with any potential adopters.   Currently Living at:  Puerto Rico shelter foster home - needs a foster or forever home in the DC area to get up here.   Special adoption considerations:   Dogs from Puerto Rico have a major transition to go through when they arrive and will need humans who are very committed to socialization. We think this pup would do best with either a resident dog or a family who can make sure she can go on walks regularly with other dogs, visit the dog park, or go to doggie daycare to learn the ropes.   Nyra is Looking For:  Nyra is a sato, a dog from Puerto Rico. She raised her baby Nahla well, and Nahla went off to get her own home. Now Nyra - who didn't get to see enough of the world in her previous situation - is ready to get her own humans. For sniffy walks, to see more of the world. And to love and be loved by. She wants to know where she belongs, that she is safe. In exchange, she promises loyal companionship for all her days. What do you say? Are you her fresh start? Is she the one you see by your side? What My Foster Says About Me:   We will update this once she has spent time in foster. care in the DC area Lucky Dog cannot guarantee any dog is housebroken.  All of our dogs are working on their crate training.  TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for this dog is $460, which includes the cost of routine vetting, including vaccinations and spay/neuter. If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online   at   bit.ly/adoptaluckydog  .   Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the dogs we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament.   Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life!  Please visit us online at      www.luckydoganimalrescue.org   .    BE A FOSTER!!! Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs! To learn about fostering, please contact fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org! BE A SPONSOR!!!! Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save. To learn more about sponsorship, please contact     info@luckydoganimalrescue.org   ! April 25, 2026, 5:41 pm
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SOPHIE

Maltese Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Female, 8 yrs
Georgetown, DC
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
🐾 Meet Sophie 🐾 📍 Current location: South Korea ❤ Age: Approximately 8 years old ❤ Gender: Female (Spayed) ❤ Weight: 5.6 kg ❤ Breed: Mixed breed ❤ Health: Overall healthy (One mild head-shaking episode observed on March 13, 2026, no ongoing issues) 🐶 Personality & Behavior 💖 People-friendly – Very gentle and affectionate, loves being close to people 💖 Kid-friendly – Calm and indifferent around children 💖 Dog-friendly – Curious from a distance but prefers space 💖 Cat-friendly – Observes quietly without reacting ✅ Toilet-trained: Prefers outdoor potty (currently learning indoor potty) ✅ Leash manners: Walks well on harness/leash, enjoys slow sniffy walks ✅ Energy level: Medium (balanced, enjoys play but also rests well) ✅ Handling: Loves being touched and handled ✅ Escape instinct: None ✅ Prey drive: Very low ✅ Guarding tendency: None ✅ Crate trained: No 🏡 Additional Notes • Very quiet – rarely barks • No destructive behavior • Calm in the car (rests or sleeps) • Apartment living is suitable • Prefers being the only dog, but may be okay with calm female dogs 💔 Rescue Story Sophie was rescued from a shelter where she was placed on the euthanasia list. Despite everything she has been through, she has remained incredibly gentle, loving, and calm. She doesn’t demand much—just quietly stays by your side, offering warmth and companionship. Now, Sophie is waiting for a forever family who will give her the peaceful and loving life she truly deserves. 💛
We'll also keep you updated on Star's adoption status with email updates.
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Star

Maltese

Female, 6 yrs 2 mos
Springfield, VA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Star! This spunky little dog was named Star because she sparkles with light. She will gleefully run up to you for attention even if she doesn’t know you. She’s the first to jump on your lap to kiss you on your cheek. You will often see her dancing on the sofa or in the house, full of happiness. Star is around 6 years old and weighs around 9 pounds. She is not accustomed to being on a leash, so a fenced yard is essential. She goes out for a potty break every few hours, like most small dogs. Star is very gentle and has never growled even once. She is perfect when being groomed and is very easy to care for. She does great around other dogs. Star had a dental and is current on vaccines and heartworm testing. If you would like to meet Star, please fill out her application here:https://fs8.formsite.com/Caringhearts/form1/index
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Benny and Cooper

Maltese

Male, Adult
Springfield, VA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
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Story
Meet Benny and Cooper, who came to CHR together. Both boys are sweet and friendly. Cooper likes to greet strangers by crawling on their lap and giving them a kiss on the cheek! Benny the extra tiny one, is a little shyer. They both love food and treats. If you like to relax watching TV, they will sit next to you and often crawl on your lap for cuddles. Because these two brothers came to the rescue together, we are adopting them together at a reduced adoption fee. Both boys have had full dentals, neutering, blood work, grooming services, and fecal tests. They are in great health and at the perfect age of 5. They are not used to going on walks, so a fenced yard would be perfect for them. If you would like to adopt these sweeties, apply here: https://fs8.formsite.com/Caringhearts/form1/index

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Daisy's Legacy

Arlington, VA 22206

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3ft.RESCUE - DC transport

Washington, DC 20037

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6.5 miles

Welcome Paws Korean Dog Rescue - DC Transport

Georgetown, DC 20007

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6.5 miles

Lucky Dog Animal Rescue

Washington, DC 20007

Pet Types: dogs

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10.7 miles

Caring Hearts Rescue

Springfield, VA 22153

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16 miles

Mutt Love Rescue

P.O. Box 1005, Fairfax, VA 22038

Pet Types: dogs

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17.5 miles

M.A.M.A.S. (MaryAnn Morris Animal Society)

Reston, VA 20190

Pet Types: dogs

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19.8 miles

Fancy Cats & Dogs Rescue Team, Inc.

P. O. Box 182, Herndon, VA 20172

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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44.8 miles

Precious Petz Rescue MD

Frederick, MD 21705

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits

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