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Laverne and Shirley

Maltese Poodle (Miniature)

Female, Adult
Olympia, 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
Happy, loyal and active BONDED PAIR of Maltipoos looking for a Maltipoo experienced family.   Please contact us to submit an application directly at Kzyrnr17@yahoo.com or info@dogdiggityrescue.com or  https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/HTX/Dog Laverne and Shirley are 18 mos to 2 yrs old 11 to 15 lb Maltipoos. Someone dumped this bonded pair of gals severely matted and full of fleas.  They are very happy now that they have been groomed.  They are in a foster home with another foo foo dog.  They are kinda shy and timid at first but bond to people.  They are crate trained and leash trained.  They use a doggie door to go into back yard that is securely fenced.  They love hanging out with people and on the furniture. This bonded pair will require a securely fenced yard and frequent grooming.    San Antonio area has over 800,000 homeless pets. We save homeless and abandoned dogs and find them loving forever homes in other areas, where pet homelessness is not epidemic. All of our pets are located here, in San Antonio, and we partner with rescues to provide transportation for our pets to their new homes. Our adoption fee includes vet care (vaccinations, spay/neuter, microchipping, etc), as well as transportation and health certificate. Please contact us to ask about our adoption process and our adoption fees.September 15, 2026, 8:03 pm
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Phobee

Maltese Poodle (Toy or Tea Cup)

Female, 3 yrs
Yelm, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Phoebe had always been a little sunbeam of a dog — the kind who wagged her whole body, not just her tail, and greeted every person like they were the best thing that had ever happened to her. She started her journey in rescue, a tiny white pup with bright eyes and a heart that trusted easily. When her first family adopted her, everyone at the shelter cheered. Phoebe trotted out the door with her new people, her ears bouncing, her future wide open. For three beautiful years, she lived a good life. She learned the sound of her family’s laughter, the rhythm of their footsteps, and the comfort of curling up on the couch after a long day. She was loved — truly loved. But life changed. Her family had to move far away, somewhere they couldn’t take Phoebe. And so, with tearful goodbyes and promises that she would find another wonderful home, Phoebe returned to the rescue she once left behind. At first, she didn’t understand. She waited by the door. She perked up at every familiar sound. But slowly, she realized she wasn’t being left — she was being given another chance. Now, Phoebe greets each new visitor with hopeful eyes and her signature full‑body wiggle. She’s older, wiser, and still overflowing with love. She isn’t looking for just any home — she’s looking for her forever one, the kind that doesn’t change with circumstances or distance. Phoebe’s story isn’t about being returned. It’s about resilience, loyalty, and the belief that somewhere out there is a family who will stay. And until they walk through the door, she’ll keep wagging.
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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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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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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 27, 2026, 9:45 am
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duke

Westie, West Highland White Terrier Maltese

Male, 1 yr 2 mos
Yelm, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Duke wasn’t the kind of dog who ever expected his world to change. He was loyal, steady, and happiest when lying at his owner’s feet, soaking up every gentle pat and quiet moment they shared. But when his owner became very sick, everything shifted. The house grew quieter. The routines faded. And one day, Duke was brought to the shelter — not because he wasn’t loved, but because his person could no longer care for him. At first, Duke didn’t understand. He waited by the kennel door, ears perked every time footsteps passed. He wasn’t sad so much as confused, trying to make sense of a world that suddenly felt too big. But the staff quickly learned something important about Duke: beneath his worried eyes is a heart overflowing with love. He leans into every gentle touch. He wags his tail when someone speaks softly. He watches people with a hopeful spark, as if he’s searching for the next person he’ll give his whole heart to. Duke isn’t starting over because he was unwanted — he’s starting over because someone loved him enough to make sure he’d be safe. Now he’s waiting for a new family who will give him the same devotion he’s always given so freely. And when that family finds him, Duke will be ready — tail wagging, heart open, eager to begin again.

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8.7 miles

L & S Dog Diggity - WA Transport Stop

Olympia, WA 98507

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21.6 miles

Gurrs and Purrs dog rescue

806 Yelm Ave East Suite 1, Yelm, WA 98597

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33.7 miles

Wet Noses Foster Paws

411 Fawcett Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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34.2 miles

Sunny Sky's Animal Rescue

Graham, WA 98338

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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38.9 miles

Collar of Hope

PO Box 518, Olalla, WA 98359

Pet Types: dogs

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