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Magnolia

Maltese Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 yr
Tacoma, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Evie

Maltese Havanese

Female, Adult
Olalla, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Please go to our website for all specific information about this dog.  Our info doesn't transfer over to the adoption sites.  Evie is a darling young girl.  She came to us via a local puppy miller, very pregnant.  Her mama duties are done, she's vetted, we've gotten to know her outside of being a mama and it's her time to be someone's baby. She is sweet, fairly active and good with dogs.  She loves affection and attention but doesn't quite understand this lap dog stuff and won't stay there long.  She looks like a perfect mix of toy poodle and maltese but she's the wrong color.  There was a havanese with the same coloring so she may have some of that too.  Her coat is maltese fine but curlier and her tail curls like a cinnamon roll, tight and sits straight up on her back.   She is still learning to be a house pet.  She is not house broken nor crate trained.  If left too long without trips outside, she will soil in the home or her crate.  She doesn't necessarily use the provided puppy pads either.    Her new family must be able to continue to help her with these things.  She is not leash trained either so that will need to be worked on.  And this also means, a securely fenced yard is required, no exceptions.  No younger children in the home either.   We have her on a good grain free, chicken free food (as all maltese should be on due to them being prone to allergies with both) and she's doing great.  She's been groomed twice now, once the day we got her and recently before her spay.  She was a matted, stinky, long nails and flea infested girl when we got her.  We never want her in that condition again.  Please provide your groomers name and phone number on our adoption application if you would like to apply for her.   Prior to adoption, our dogs are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, micro-chipped and parasite treated/prevented.  Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.September 26, 2026, 7:42 pm
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GRIFFIN

Maltese

Male, 2 yrs
Graham, WA
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
Est. DOB: 09/07/2024 Current Weight: 18lbs Adoption fee: $600 (Adoption fee includes spay/neuter surgery, age-appropriate current vaccines, microchip, and preventative flea treatment.) Griffin is a handsome white Maltese who is as sweet and loving as they come! He came to Sunny Sky’s after his family experienced a change in their living situation, and now he’s looking for a new home where he can be loved and spoiled. Griffin absolutely adores people and kids and loves being the center of attention. He’s affectionate, friendly, and happiest when he’s getting plenty of love from his humans. He also does great with cats and has never had a problem with other dogs. Griffin is the kind of little guy who wants to be right by your side and soak up all the attention he can get. If you’re looking for a loving companion who will happily become your little shadow, Griffin may be the perfect match! Apply today! https://new.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/SSAR/Dog Disclaimer: Please note that dogs in a rescue environment may behave differently than they would in a home setting. While we do our best to assess each dogs habits and behaviors, we cannot guarantee that any dog is fully potty trained or will not have accidents after adoption. Changes in environment, routine, stress levels, and transition into a new home can all impact a dogs house-training habits. Patience, consistency, and continued training may be needed as the dog adjusts to their new home. Breed descriptions are provided as a general estimate based on the dog's size, shape, and appearance. These descriptions are not definitive and should be considered a "guestimate." Since we cannot always know the exact breed mix of our rescue animals, the information provided is simply an educated guess. For other questions on our dogs/cats please send an email to info@sunnyskysshelter.org
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Noah

Maltese

Male, 9 yrs 11 mos
Bellevue, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
✅️Currently located in South Korea✅️ Meet Noah🤍 💙 Noah’s Account: @aki.noa.sushi 1. Health • Neutering/Spaying: Completed • Other: Microchipped; had bladder stone surgery and molar extraction. Fully blind in one eye due to cataracts. Experiences coughing when temperatures drop, requiring steroid medication if coughing occurs. Has partial hearing loss. All teeth except molars have been extracted, so he cannot eat hard treats. 2. Rescue Story • Noah was rescued from a breeding facility alongside Aji and Aki before Adogs officially formed. He was adopted, but after his adopter passed away suddenly in September 2024, Noah returned to Adogs. He is looking for a family to help him overcome his grief and begin a new chapter of life. 3. Personality & Habits • With People: Very affectionate and sweet, loves both strangers and familiar people, and often approaches first asking for pets. • With Dogs: Gets along well with other dogs, both familiar and new friends. May show cute jealousy if another dog gets attention. • Separation Anxiety: Calm when left with Aki, though Aki has separation anxiety that affects Noah. If left with another dog or person, he waits quietly. • House Training: Fully pee pad trained (100% accuracy), though he prefers pooping outdoors. He tends to pee near the edge of the pad, so surrounding it with a fence or holder is helpful. • Hygiene/Grooming: Very calm and well-behaved during baths, drying, and brushing. • Walking on Leash: Walks well on a leash without pulling and keeps pace nicely. 4. Special Notes • May bark briefly when a stranger enters the room for the first time. In the evenings, he may bark for 5 minutes normally, or 20–30 minutes if he has extra energy. • Has a strong food drive and eats quickly when excited for meals, so feeding slowly and calmly is recommended.
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Bunny

Maltese Shih Tzu

Female, Puppy
Seattle, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter,
Story
Meet Bunny! This sweet girl is currently looking for her forever family after an unexpected journey brought her into our lives. While her previous situation fell through due to communication issues on the previous owner's end, Bunny has been nothing but a total sweetheart in the meantime and deserves the absolute best second chance.Personality & Vibe:Bunny is a gentle, affectionate companion who bonds deeply with her people. She has a wonderful balance of playful energy and cozy couch-potato charm once she feels secure. Because she does experience some separation anxiety, she’s looking for a dedicated, patient adopter who can help her build confidence and feel safe when left alone.Crate Training: We have started her on crate training to help her feel secure, and she will come with her own crate, making the transition to your home much smoother!
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Gidget

Maltese Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, Adult
Seattle, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained,
Story
Meet Gidget! Gidget is around two years old and she is just a cutie. She loves walks and going outside and exploring. Gidget loves humans and is very affectionate. She needs a minute to warm up to strangers but once she trusts you she will become very attached. She is a cuddle bug and loves belly rubs and all the love.  Gigdet is crate trained and able to be left alone if you need to be away from home.  Gidget has lived with other dogs but can be a bit jealous of them so she will probably like being your only dog so that she can hog all the attention. As mentioned she can be shy with strangers and this needs some work. She is easily overwhelmed with strangers trying to touch her and she may nip in those situations. Her foster is working on this with her.  Gigdet is not suitable for a home with kids. We have not seen her with cats. She is well potty trained and just a sweetheart. Gidget is vaccinated, spayed and chipped. Her adoption fee is $450 We cover the medical to prepare the pet for adoption and the adopt donations go directly to cover those costs and range from $295-$495.  Thank you for stepping up to save a life! To expedite to meet with this dog, please go to our site at www.savinggreatanimals.org and fill out an application. We look at the first applications to arrive, so we hope to hear from you soon! September 26, 2026, 11:48 pm

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Wet Noses Foster Paws

411 Fawcett Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402

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13.3 miles

Collar of Hope

PO Box 518, Olalla, WA 98359

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19 miles

Sunny Sky's Animal Rescue

Graham, WA 98338

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20.7 miles

ADOGS(Adopt Dogs) - SEA Transport

Bellevue, WA 98006

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23.5 miles

Saving Great Animals

Seattle, WA 98119

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26.8 miles

Little Dog Rescue

1037 NE 65th St. #167, Seattle, WA 98115

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29.7 miles

Gurrs and Purrs dog rescue

806 Yelm Ave East Suite 1, Yelm, WA 98597

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30.4 miles

L & S Dog Diggity - WA Transport Stop

Olympia, WA 98507

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30.5 miles

Ginger's Pet Rescue

Seattle, WA 98133

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32.3 miles

Spring Branch Rescue - Seattle transport

Seattle, WA 98155

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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