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CASPER

Maltese Mixed Breed (Small)

Male, 8 yrs 2 mos
Graham, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
(Adoption fee includes spay/neuter surgery, age-appropriate current vaccines, microchip, and preventative flea treatment.) Our adoption process and application can be found at - https://www.sunnyskysshelter.org/our-adoption-process 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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LEO

Maltese Havanese

Male, 1 yr 6 mos
Auburn, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
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✨ Meet Leo — Our Little Maltese Miracle Ready for Adoption! ✨ Leo was found abandoned in a known dumping area near Wapato, WA, clinging closely to another scared dog until help arrived. At just 1.5 years old, he’s already shown us how brave, clever, and full of heart he truly is. Though shy at first, give him a little time and the real Leo comes out — a smart, sassy, playful little guy with so much personality packed into a tiny body. 💛 Loves other dogs and even dog-savvy cats 💛 Improving quickly with potty training and will master it once he settles 💛 Still nervous about leash walking, but he’ll make great progress with a confident dog buddy to encourage him 💛 1.5 years old — still puppy-like and full of spunk 💛 Velcro dog alert: Leo wants to be on you, next to you, or touching you at all times 💛 Expert cuddler, professional shadow, full of love and life Leo is affectionate, goofy, loyal, and SO ready to bond deeply with his forever person. He just needs patience, love, and a soft place to land (preferably your lap). If you’re looking for a best friend who will adore you endlessly — Leo is your guy. 💌 Apply to adopt or learn more: [insert link] 🙏 Please share so Leo can find his forever home! Let’s get this brave little boy the safe, loving life he deserves.
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Finch

Maltese

Male
Olalla, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Needs special attention, 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.  Finch came to us with other dogs from a shelter cruelty case confiscation.  He is the sweetest, tiny little guy!  We've taken care of is medical needs (neuter, dental etc) and grooming but he has a pretty significant patella (knee) issue that we cannot address.  He gets around, including running around, just great.  He holds the leg up like a chicken wing and goes!  It causes no pain or discomfort.  He is only 3.8 pounds so no young kids in the home and someone needs to be around to get him outside more often as he won't hold it for long.  We continue to work on that daily.  He needs a professional groomer to keep his coat gorgeous too.  Maltese and very tiny dogs need lifelong dental care so be sure you're willing and able to provide that for him if you do apply for adoption.   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.May 27, 2025, 7:32 pm
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Hari

Maltese

Female, 5 yrs
Seattle, 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 a Vancouver foster home Hello… my name is Hari. I’m a 5-year-old Maltese mix girl, about 6kg, and for the first time in my life… I’m learning what it means to live for myself. For many years, my whole world was a tiny metal cage. No sunlight. No soft voice calling my name with love. Only the sound of humans demanding one thing from me over and over—to be a mother, again and again, even though I never got to hold or keep any of my babies. Whenever my puppies were taken from me, I tried to chew through the bars to reach them. My teeth became worn down from trying so hard… trying to find them, trying not to give up. I cried quietly and waited, hoping someone would finally come for me. One day, someone did. I was rescued—saved from that place—and for the very first time, I was given a chance to live a life that belongs to me. A life where I never have to breed again. A life where nothing precious is taken away from me anymore. I’m a very calm, very gentle girl. I hardly ever bark. And when I see people, fear isn’t the first thing I feel—joy is. I walk toward you slowly, shyly, but with a little wagging tail… hoping you’ll notice me. Hoping you’ll love me. But everything outside that cage is new to me. Home life, walks, daily routines, learning where to go potty… I’m five years old, but in many ways, I’m just beginning. I will need someone patient, someone kind, who can teach me what every dog should’ve known from the start—that I’m safe, that I’m wanted, and that love doesn’t disappear. I love people more than anything. I feel most at peace when I’m beside a human. If the house is empty for too long, I might become anxious… not because I’m difficult, but because I spent so many years wondering if anyone would ever stay. I’m learning that family means “forever,” and I hope you can show me what that feels like. I don’t want to be a tool anymore. I want to be a family member. I want to spend the rest of my life giving and receiving love—real love, the kind that stays. I’m searching for someone who will become my very first true family. Someone who will fill the years I have left with warmth, safety, and memories I’ve never been allowed to have. If you choose me… I promise I will give you every bit of my heart. With hope, Hari 🤍🐾
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DANNY & SANDY

Maltese Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Male, 6 yrs 1 mo
Montesano, WA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
MEET DANNY & SANDY! This bonded pair of Maltese mixes needs a forever home! They were rescued from a crowded California. Both Danny & Sandy are sweethearts - they get along well with other dogs, and they love people, too. Danny is 7 years old and 5 lbs, and Sandy is 5 years old and 13 lbs. They love each other so we want to keep them together. Please email for an application.
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Moongmang

Maltese Bichon Frise

Male, 1 yr
Bellevue, WA
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
💙 Name: Moongmang 💙 Gender: Male 💙 Age: Estimated 1 year old (Born in May 2024) 💙 Weight: 6.9 kg / 15.21 lb 💙 Adogs News Account: @_adogs_ 1⃣ Health Condition * Neutered. * Microchipped. 2⃣ Rescue Story * Moongmang was staying at the Gimje City Shelter. We couldn’t ignore the look in his eyes as he longed for a warm touch. With the shelter’s harsh environment, the increasingly cold weather, and rising infection risks, Adogs made the urgent decision to rescue him. 3⃣ Basic Information * With People: Loves people and approaches without any shyness. Is a sweet boy who loves being close to humans. * With Dogs: Gets along well with other dogs. * With Cats: Has not met any cats yet. * Separation Anxiety: Since he currently lives in a group setting at our center, it’s hard to know for sure. Will need training from the beginning once he goes to a home. Has not shown any particular symptoms. * Potty Training: Unknown due to living in a group environment at our center. * Walks: Has no experience with walks yet. * Hygiene: Stays calm during grooming and baths. * Car Sickness: No signs of motion sickness so far. * Has never shown biting behavior. * When confined, he may whine a little to be let out.

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Sunny Sky's Animal Rescue

Graham, WA 98338

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JUNOS DEN

Auburn, WA 98092

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Collar of Hope

PO Box 518, Olalla, WA 98359

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43.1 miles

Dream Tails Rescue-Seattle

Seattle, WA 98168

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49.2 miles

Freedom Ride Rescue Inc.-Montesano

Montesano, WA 98563

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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