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CASPER

Maltese Mixed Breed (Small)

Male, 8 yrs 4 mos
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
CASPER's Story Est. DOB: 09/19/2017 Weight: 7lbs Adoption fee: $500 Casper is a friendly pup with a people-loving personality. He enjoys hanging out with his humans and would thrive in a home where someone is around a lot to keep him company. Casper is an older gentleman, but has plenty of pep in his step and enjoys going for walks and staying active. He also gets along well with other mellow dogs his size. Sweet, loyal, and ready to share his days, Casper would make a wonderful companion for someone looking for a loving best friend. (Adoption fee includes spay/neuter surgery, age-appropriate current vaccines, microchip, and preventative flea treatment.) Apply to meet Casper today at SunnySkysShelter.org Note: 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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Linda Evans

Maltese Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Female, 3 yrs
Covington, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE BIO ON THIS DOG BEFORE REQUESTING AN APPLICATION. MANY OF OUR DOGS HAVE STRICT REQUIREMENTS FOR THEIR ADOPTION. 3-year-old female Terrier mix, about 17 pounds. Linda Evans is a young, white terrier-type sweetheart (likely a Maltese mix) with all the star power her name suggests. Playful, bright, and endlessly charming, Linda starts each day ready for fun and is always excited to wrestle, chase, or romp with other dogs. Once she’s had her playtime, she transforms into a total lounge muffin, curling up happily beside her people for snuggles. With her beautiful coat, sparkling teeth, and gentle nature, Linda is as lovely on the outside as she is on the inside. Linda Evans is curious about everything—she even approached the household cat with friendly hopes of making a new friend, though she may still need a bit of guidance to ensure enthusiasm doesn’t turn into a chase. With her young spirit, loving personality, and eagerness to learn, Linda would thrive in a home that offers structure, playtime, and plenty of affection. Whether she joins a family, a dedicated adopter, or a home with another playful dog, Linda Evans is a near-perfect pup ready to bring joy, laughter, and endless cuddles to her forever home. She will require regular grooming. To request an adoption application, email smidgetrescue@hotmail.com Adoption contract and fee applies. All adoptable dogs can be met at adoption events hosted every weekend. For a list of scheduled events go to: https://www.facebook.com/SmidgetRescue/events . Smidget Rescue is not a shelter, and dogs cannot be seen at the Rescue location. All dogs are fostered throughout the Puget Sound area and are brought to the events where they can be met by prospective adopters. Additional pictures of adoptable dogs can be seen at: https://www.facebook.com/SmidgetRescue/photos_stream?tab=photos_albums. All adoptable dogs are spayed or neutered at 6 months of age or older. Puppies are adopted with a refundable spay/neuter deposit (in addition to the adoption fee) and adopters are required to get their puppy to our vet for their pre-scheduled spay-neuter appointments. APPLICATIONS CAN BE OBTAINED BY EMAIL ONLY. Adoption process includes application, meet & greet, home visit and reference check. Email Jamie at smidgetrescue@hotmail.com or click on the CONTACT link on this page. PLEASE DOUBLE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS BEFORE SENDING. 8632781We get a fair number of incorrect emails and Jamie is not able to contact potential adopters. Notice: We do not ship dogs out of state. You must live within a three-hour radius of Seattle, WA, (such as Portland, Vancouver B.C., etc.), so we can arrange for a home visit. If your home seems like a great fit for the dog you would like to adopt, you must then drive to meet the dog at one of our weekend events or at the fosters home.
We'll also keep you updated on Charlie's adoption status with email updates.
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Charlie

Maltese

Male, 1 yr
Renton, WA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Courtesy Post. To apply for Charlie please visit Northwest Rescue Collective, www.northwestrescuecollective.com Meet Charlie, an adorable 1-year-old Maltese boy — a tiny cloud of happiness with a heart full of love and a tail that never stops wagging! This little guy is the perfect mix of playful puppy energy and sweet cuddle-bug charm. He’s confident, well-mannered, and absolutely loves being with his people. Whether it’s going for walks, playing with toys, learning new tricks, or curling up in your lap, he’s happiest right by your side. His cutest qualities include: • Leash trained for fun neighborhood strolls • Crate trained and cozy in his own space • Knows basic obedience (such a smart little guy!) • Confident, friendly, and full of personality • Playful, silly, and always ready for fun • Energetic when it’s time to play — extra cuddly when it’s time to rest This sweet Maltese is the kind of pup who will greet you like you’re his whole world and follow you around just to be close. He thrives on love, attention, and being part of a family. If you’re looking for a cheerful, affectionate little companion who will bring smiles, laughter, and lots of snuggles into your life, this precious boy might be your perfect match! All dogs listed for adoption are up to date on vaccinations, microchipped, and spayed or neutered - or will be when old enough. All of this is included in the adoption fee.
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Rita

Maltese Poodle (Miniature)

Female, 1 yr 7 mos
Seattle, 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, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Rita is an adorable, friendly, spunky little 7lb bundle of joy! She gets along with anyone and everyone. She loves to give kisses and be as close to her humans as possible at all times! She is pretty high energy and would do best with a young, active owner commited to getting this girl exercise and socialization. She would not do well at home alone all day while her owner is at work, for example. Rita is located in Houston TX and will not be transported until she is adopted. The adopter is responsible for paying for her transport in addition to the adoption fee. The adoption fee is $850. The first step is to fill out an application at www.recycleddogsrescue.org No inquiries will be responded to - only completed applications.
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Noah

Maltese

Male, 9 yrs 4 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.
We'll also keep you updated on Chohee's adoption status with email updates.
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Chohee

Maltese Schnauzer (Miniature)

Female, 2 yrs 1 mo
Bellevue, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
✅ Currently in South Korea 💜 Available to fly to SEA 💙 Name: Chohee 💙 Gender: Female 💙 Age: Estimated 2 years old (Born in January 2024) 💙 Weight: 7.4 kg / 16.3 lb 💙 Adogs Center Account: @_adogs_ 1⃣ Health Condition * Spayed.. * Microchipped, negative for heartworm, undergoing treatment for anaplasma. 2⃣ Rescue Story * Chohee had been rescued by an individual and moved to the vet’s, but the individual ceased contact and Chohee was about to be returned to the shelter. She would have struggled to adapt once more to the shelter, so Adogs urgently rescued her. 3⃣ Basic Information * With People: Isn’t shy or fearful of strangers. Expresses herself well with familiar people and is very friendly! When she wants something, she paws at you, such as when she wants more pets. * With Dogs: Prefers alone time rather than play with other dogs, but coexists with them peacefully. She’s currently living with #AdogsJinro who keeps bothering her, so she’s a little tired. . * With Cats: Hasn’t met cats yet. * Separation Anxiety: Is living in a communal environment at the Adogs Center, so it’s unknown if she has separation anxiety. May need basic training in a home environment. * Potty Training: Is pottying outdoors at the Center. May need basic training if her environment changes. * Walks: It hasn’t been long since she entered the Center, so her walking manners still need to be assessed. * Car Sickness: Unknown, as she hasn’t been on long-distance car rides yet. * Biting: When Jinro keeps nibbling on her and being annoying, Chohee sometimes nips back and gets angry. * Barking: Has a quiet personality and doesn’t bark for no reason. * Likes: Really likes being petted and doted upon!

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Sunny Sky's Animal Rescue

Graham, WA 98338

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Smidget Rescue

Covington, WA 98042

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28.5 miles

Northwest Working Breed Rescue

Renton, WA 98059

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32.4 miles

Recycled Dogs Rescue - Seattle Transport

Seattle, WA 98101

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32.6 miles

ADOGS(Adopt Dogs) - SEA Transport

Bellevue, WA 98006

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33.9 miles

Saving Great Animals

Seattle, WA 98119

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35.8 miles

Adopt Korean Rescue - Seattle

SEATTLE, WA 98107

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37.7 miles

Little Dog Rescue

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

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41.1 miles

Ginger's Pet Rescue

Seattle, WA 98133

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45.9 miles

Forever Home Dog Rescue

PMB 146 19410 Highway 99 Ste A (mailing), Lynnwood, WA 98036

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