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Maltese puppies and dogs in Fairfax, Virginia

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JAMESON

Maltipoo Maltese

Male, 1 yr 1 mo
Fairfax, VA
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
Jameson Maltese Mix Male White ​1 year old 25 lbs Meet Jameson: A handsome, calm, gentle personality with excellent manners. Jameson is fully house-trained and will politely bark once to let you know he needs to go outside. He is also crate-trained, sleeping comfortably in his crate at night and resting quietly for short periods during the day when he is home alone. Jameson is an easy companion to have around. He rarely barks, rides calmly in the car, walks nicely on a leash, and enjoys meeting both people and other dogs during neighborhood strolls. He is surprisingly patient at mealtimes and has shown wonderful house manners, never chewing on anything inappropriate. While he loves chew toys, he prefers durable ones that can withstand his enthusiasm. He also enjoys playing fetch and happily understands "drop it." He is well-adjusted, affectionate, and eager to be part of a family. He is neutered, does not shed, and is truly an all-around great dog. Jameson would thrive in a home with a fenced yard where he can safely play, along with an active family that enjoys daily walks and includes their dog in everyday life. If you're looking for a loyal, easygoing companion with a sweet soul and wonderful manners, Jameson may be the perfect match. ​​ ​ Please Note: **No children under 10!** ​ If you are interested in adopting JAMESON, please visit our website at www.somersetcottagepoodlerescue.org to learn about our adoption process and download the adoption application, ​ JAMESON's adoption donation is $950
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Gracie

Poodle (Miniature) Maltese

Female, 5 yrs 3 mos
Chantilly, VA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
IF YOU ARE VIEWING THIS LISTING ON PETFINDER OR ADOPT-A-PET, please visit www.caninesandkittiesrescue.org to access adoption requirements, more information and pictures. 💕 Meet Gracie — Tiny Retired Diva Seeking a Couch of Her Own 💕 If you’re looking for a tiny, gentle companion whose idea of a perfect day involves a cozy couch, a soft blanket, and being near her favorite person, Gracie may be your girl. Gracie is an itty-bitty 6-pound, approximately 5–8-year-old Poodle/Maltese mix (our best guess!) with the sweetest, mild-mannered personality. We don’t know much about her life before coming to us, but one thing is very clear: Gracie is learning what it feels like to be loved—and she is really, really enjoying it. ❤️ She can be a little shy when she first meets you, but once she realizes she’s safe, the sweetest little dog begins to emerge. Her tiny poodle nub of a tail wags like crazy when you walk through the door, and she has an adorable habit of sneaking up behind you to give your ankles a few little kisses—just in case you forgot she was there. Gracie lives peacefully with dogs of all sizes. She isn’t interested in wrestling or playing with them, but she’s perfectly happy to curl up beside another dog and will gladly let a canine friend snuggle against her. She’s also fostered with cats and finds them completely charming—or at least charming enough to peacefully ignore! They are more than welcome to curl up next to her, too. She’s doing very well with housetraining, although at only six pounds, she does need frequent potty breaks. She loves going outside to do her business and will also use potty pads when her people are away. Gracie enjoys going for walks, but please don’t sign this girl up for a marathon. 😂 A nice little stroll followed by several hours of couch time is much more her speed. She is a professional couch potato and takes the position very seriously. At bedtime, Gracie sleeps in the human bed and barely moves all night. Big spoon? Little spoon? She’s flexible. As long as she’s warm, cozy, and close to someone she loves, she’s happy. Gracie recently had a full dental procedure, and her remaining little teeth are now fresh as a daisy. Our veterinarian estimates that she is somewhere between 5 and 8 years old. While Gracie is gentle and doesn’t seem to have a mean bone in her tiny body, her dream home isn’t a loud, chaotic one. She would likely be perfectly fine with children but her ideal everyday lifestyle is a little more… retired diva. 👑 She’s looking for a relaxed home, a comfy couch, a warm bed, leisurely little walks, and someone who will continue showing her just how wonderful it is to be loved. Gracie doesn’t ask for much. She just wants to be close to you, give you a few kisses, wag that tiny nub when you come home, and spend the rest of her life knowing she belongs. 💕 This dog is spayed/neutered, up to date on vaccines, heartworm negative and microchipped. 🎓 FREE Post-Adoption Training Support! All of our adoptions include 30 days of FREE training support, including: Unlimited 1:1 access via text message to certified, positive reinforcement-based trainers. Access to a library of 100+ animated training courses and lessons. The option to purchase additional training support after the complimentary 30-day period. We want our adopters—and their new family members—to have support as everyone settles into life together. ❤️ The adoption fee is $375.00. ***You must be at least 25 years of age to adopt from CK Rescue*** ***Please note that our first step in approving adoption applicants is to complete a vet check. Vetting of current and past pets is very important to us, thus we will be speaking with the vet(s) listed on your application to ensure that your current and previous pet(s) are kept up to date on vaccines (including rabies), spayed or neutered, maintained on appropriate monthly preventatives and examined annually by your vet.*** Our organization cannot guarantee the exact breed of any animal in our care. The breed listed is based on any background we may have been provided, and/or the general appearance of the animal. **Please visit www.caninesandkittiesrescue.org to complete our non-binding application.** This dog is spayed/neutered, up to date on vaccines, heartworm negative and microchipped.

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These Maltese are available for adoption close to Fairfax, Virginia.
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Sprout

Maltese

Male, Adult
Springfield, VA
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
Meet Sprout, 5-6 years old This sweet little Maltese weighs around 6 pounds and is super sweet. Sprout was rescued from a puppy mill with his friend Cooper. He's a little bit shy for the first few minutes after meeting you but warms up when a guest gives him a yummy treat. Sprout is used to a secure, fenced yard, so CHR is asking that he go to a home with one. Since his rescue, he is LOVING life! He loves to run around the yard playing and enjoys climbing up to kiss you on your cheek. This little munchkin is used to being around other small dogs in the puppy mill, so we feel he would do best in a household with another small dog. We look forward to hearing from you! NOTE: Sprout and Cooper are friends, so CHR will reduce the adoption fee by 50% for adopting both boys. Apply here: https://fs8.formsite.com/Caringhearts/form1/index
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Cooper

Maltese

Male, Adult
Springfield, VA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
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Story
Meet Cooper (6 years old) Cooper is the sweetest dog. He LOVES people and enjoys cuddling more than anything. His happy place is on your lap. He loves everyone he meets and will immediately crawl on laps and give kisses. Cooper is used to going out for a potty break in a fenced back yard. He is not leash trained, but he is so smart we think he will learn to quickly. This boy is an absolute gem and will make someone very happy! Cooper is neutered, has had a dental, and is up to date on all vaccines. Apply here: https://fs8.formsite.com/Caringhearts/form1/index
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Star

Maltese

Female, 6 yrs 7 mos
Springfield, VA
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
A favorite among our volunteers, Star is known for her affectionate and sweet nature and her spunky playfulness—a perfect Maltese princess. Star’s foster mom describes her as a “beam of sunshine” who is full of love and gentleness. She loves lap time and gives lots of kisses and enjoys being kissed and fussed over by her humans. She especially likes to sleep or nap with her people. Star gets along well with all the dogs in her foster home and has never met a person or dog she doesn’t like. Star is around 6-7 years old and weighs around 10 pounds. She enjoys spending time in a fenced yard looking for just the right spot to eliminate. As she is okay with going on walks, we would prefer for her to go to a home with a fenced yard just because it's what she is used to. here:https://fs8.formsite.com/Caringhearts/form1/index
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Chaos

Maltese Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 7 yrs 10 mos
Arlington, VA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
To learn more about Chaos, please get in touch with dogs@lostdogrescue.org. Chaos will be at one of our adoption events this weekend! Visit our event page (https://www.lostdogrescue.org/events/) to see which one—event listings are usually updated on Fridays with attending dogs. Meet Chaos – Small Package, Big Personality! Don’t let his name fool you - at just 14 pounds, Chaos is a whole lot of love wrapped up in a little package. At almost 8 years young, he’s the perfect blend of playful energy and sweet companionship. He loves being with his people, snuggling on the couch, going for walks, and happily hopping in the car for an adventure. He’s house-trained, knows his sit command, and is always eager to make you happy (especially if treats are involved!). Chaos enjoys other dogs and still has plenty of pep in his step. Whether you’re looking for a walking buddy, a travel companion, or a little shadow to keep you company at home, Chaos is ready to fill that spot. He’s proof that the best things really do come in small packages!
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Chester

Maltese

Male, 10 yrs 2 mos
Aldie, VA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
https://foha.org/pet/chester2026/ Meet Chester 🌟 Meet Chester! 🐾 ABOUT THIS ANIMAL: Chester is a sweet little guy with a playful side, a serious love of treats, and one very important request for his future family: please take the time to earn his trust. Once Chester is comfortable with you, you’ll start seeing more of his personality. He LOVES treats, enjoys playing fetch, and can settle nicely when he’s feeling secure. He’s a fun little dog with plenty of potential to become a wonderful companion—but being small does not mean he’s automatically a cuddly, go-anywhere, pick-me-up kind of dog. Chester needs his boundaries to be respected. Based on his behavior, it appears Chester may have had experiences in the past where handling happened regardless of whether he was comfortable with it. Today, he can become worried when he feels pressured or loses the ability to move away. If Chester feels that his earlier signals aren’t being heard, he may snap to create create space. Quick movements can startle him, and he’s particularly uncomfortable having his paws handled. The best way to build a relationship with Chester is to slow down, pay attention to what he’s telling you, and let him set the pace. That means Chester is looking for an adult only home with people who understand that trust isn’t something they’re automatically entitled to because he’s small. He needs people willing to build that relationship with him. The payoff? You’ll get to watch a worried little dog realize that his voice matters, and discover the sweet, playful Chester underneath. 🐕 HOW AM I WITH DOGS: I do well with other dogs! I arrived with my brother, Charlie, and the two of us have been described as bonded. FOHA is currently assessing their relationship to determine whether we truly need to be adopted together. We’d certainly be happy to find a home together if the right family comes along, but we may also be able to thrive in separate homes. My friends at FOHA can tell you what they’ve learned about us and help determine the best option. One thing they’ve already noticed is that Charlie and I can feed off each other’s excitement, and I tend to get more riled up when we’re together than I do on my own. 🐱 HOW AM I WITH CATS: My friends at FOHA are still learning how I feel about cats. Ask them whether a cat test may be appropriate for me. 👶 HOW AM I WITH KIDS: I need an adult only home with no children. Because I can be uncomfortable with unexpected handling, quick movements, and situations where I feel pressured, a predictable adult household that can consistently respect my boundaries will be the best environment for me. 🎓 I KNOW THE FOLLOWING COMMANDS: Forget obedience school for a minute, I know FETCH! 🎾 I love treats too, so positive, reward based training should give my future family a great way to work with me while strengthening our relationship. Leash walking is another story. I currently pull quite a bit and don’t have much in the way of leash skills, so that’s something my adopter should expect to work on with me. Keeping my harness on can also make handling easier and reduce the amount of physical pressure needed when it’s time to go somewhere. 🏠 MY HOUSEBREAKING AND/OR CRATING: I’m not currently housebroken. I’ve had potty accidents indoors at FOHA, so my future family should expect to start with house training basics rather than assuming I’ll automatically understand the routine. Patience, consistency, frequent opportunities to go outside, and rewarding successful potty trips will help set me up for success. 💖 THINGS I LIKE: Treats • Playing fetch • Other dogs • Familiar people • Having choices • Positive reinforcement • Going at my own pace • Feeling safe and understood ⚠️ THINGS I’M WORKING ON: Building trust with people • Feeling safer about handling • Leash skills • Housebreaking • Staying comfortable around quick movements • Learning that people will listen when I ask for space • Becoming more confident in new environments 📋 FOHA ADOPTION POLICIES AND PROCESS: Click Here! 💰 ADOPTION FEE INCLUDES: Spay/neuter, vaccines (rabies, distemper & Bordetella), 1-month access to Petcademy for training and behavior support, slip lead leash, 1 bag starter food, 1 month flea/tick & heartworm preventatives, diagnostic testing, and additional medical procedures as recommended by our vet. Since I have reached my golden years, I am eligible for the Senior Care Plan (learn more here(opens in new tab)). If you have additional questions, please use our Contact Us form and select Senior Care Plan Questions.
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Larry *adoption pending*

Maltese

Male, 7 yrs 1 mo
Alexandria, VA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Current Location: Manchester, MD Hi, I'm Larry — a petite 7-year-old white Maltese ready for my forever home! 🐕 At just 10 pounds, I'm the perfect lap-sized companion, already neutered and set to join your family. I do great with other dogs, so if you've got a furry friend at home, we'll get along just fine! Come meet me and discover why this little guy has so much love to give. 💕 This dog tested positive for heartworm disease before arriving to the rescue. Heartworm disease is transmitted to a dog through a bite from an infected mosquito producing a positive test in six months. OPH will treat the dog and provide two weeks of recovery time prior to adoption. Potential adopters will receive detailed information on the disease and their role in completing the recovery process from OPH’s heartworm coordinator. With monthly preventatives, the disease is completely preventable. Read about heartworm disease here: Read more about heartworm disease at https://www.heartwormsociety.org/pet-owner-resources/heartworm-basics

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Caring Hearts Rescue

Springfield, VA 22153

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12.5 miles

Lost Dog and Cat Rescue Foundation

Arlington, VA 22205

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15.1 miles

Friends Of Homeless Animals

39710 Goodpuppy Lane, Aldie, VA 20105

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15.2 miles

Operation Paws for Homes, Inc. - Alexandria, VA Transport

P.O.Box 90813, Alexandria, VA 22309

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20.6 miles

Miri's Haven Senior Dog Rescue

Rockville, MD 20850

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26.3 miles

K-9 Lifesavers

Silver Spring, MD 20904

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35.8 miles

Hatton Animal Rescue Foundation

Glenelg, MD 21737

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37.6 miles

Operation Paws for Homes - Frederick, MD Transport

Frederick, MD 21703

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38.7 miles

CHARM Rescue

Columbia, MD 21045

Pet Types: cats, dogs, small animals

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