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Maltese puppies and dogs in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin

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We'll also keep you updated on Molly's adoption status with email updates.
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Molly

Maltese Shih Tzu

Female, 1 yr 7 mos
Salem, WI
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
🌸 Molly — The Snuggle Bunny With a Heart Made of Marshmallow 🌸If you’ve ever wanted a dog who looks at you like you’re the most important person in the universe…meet Molly.At 5 years old, this small Poodle/Terrier mix is a soft, sweet lovebug whose entire personality can be summed up in three words:“Hold me, please.”Molly is the kind of gentle little companion who would happily spend her days curled up next to you — or, preferably, on you — soaking up every bit of affection you’re willing to give. She’s a world-class cuddler, a professional couch potato, and the type of dog who settles into your lap like she’s known you forever.She loves quiet moments, soft blankets, warm laps, and humans who enjoy being adored. She’s friendly with dogs and cats, crate trained, leash trained, and doing well with potty pads as she learns the ropes of housebreaking. Molly may be a bit shy at first, but once she decides you’re safe, she melts into your side like butter on warm toast.If you want a sweet, calm, loving little shadow to curl up beside you at the end of each day, Molly is ready to be your bedtime bestie, sofa snuggler, and forever friend.⸻📌 ADOPTION DETAILS:📍 Location: Nashotah, WI🧡 Age: 1.5 years🐾 Breed Guess: Poodle/Terrier mix🚽 Housebreaking: Work in progress; uses potty pads🐶 Dog Friendly: Yes🐱 Cat Friendly: Yes🧒 Kid Friendly: Not yet tested🦮 Leash Trained: Yes🛏 Crate Trained: Yes❤️ Vetting: Spayed, microchipped, UTD on current vaccines💵 Adoption Fee: $450👉 Apply to adopt Molly: www.biggiepawsrescue.orgDATCP # 494550
We'll also keep you updated on Valerie's adoption status with email updates.
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Valerie

Maltese

Female, Adult
Mukwonago, WI
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
About Me: Name: Valerie Breed (or best guess): Maltese Approximate Age: 2 yr Gender: Female Approximate Weight: 7 lb Adoption Fee: $495 Requirements: Patient Adopter, another small dog, secure potty area/fence Why In Rescue: puppy mill survivor Profile:   Valerie came from a commercial breeder/puppy farmer who was no longer going to use her for breeding.  She is a bit of a nervous girl but has learned to accept being picked up, she just isn't sure about being petted yet.  She will dance around on her hind legs for her food.  She gets along with her doggy friends at the shelter as long as you watch them while they eat because she will try to steal the other dog's food.  She is on her way to learning how to be a loved pet, just needs more time to take those baby steps forward. Dogs from commercial breeders are generally undersocialized (often very scared/shy/skittish) and probably never lived in a house.  They will need to learn things like how to walk on a leash, go up stairs, and what things like a television are.  They need a patient adopter who will give them the time they need to adjust and to learn to trust people.  Every baby step forward needs to be celebrated, and the dog needs to be accepted for who they are at each step.  Some dogs can adjust quickly and learn how to be a loved pet pretty easily.  Others can take a long time to even be comfortable with things like walking through the house and being in the same room as a person.  No matter how far and how fast the breeder dogs progress, they are wonderful dogs and deserve a great home after their life on the puppy farm.  A fence or at least a secure fenced in potty area is highly recommended for the dog's safety, and may be required for some dogs.  Another small dog in the house can also help many former breeders adjust faster to life in a home, and also may be required in some cases.  We do put the needs of the dog's first, so it is nothing personal if we determine a particular dog isn't suitable for your specific home and living situation. If considering adopting a former breeding dog, the following article is good to read to help you understand the special needs these dogs may have.  http://nowisconsinpuppymills.com/mill-survivors.html If interested in adoption, the first step is filling out the pre-adoption application at http://www.bichonrescues.com/pre-adoption-form-dog  If link isn't clickable, please copy/paste or visit http://www.bichonrescues.com.  Please note, filling out inquiry forms on Petfinder or Adoptapet and/or their application forms does not constitute an application for one of our dogs.  Priority in responding to inquires and applications is always to the applications filled out on our website, time constraints limit the number of other inquires we can reply to. We do our best to evaluate the dogs while they are with us, but they sometimes act different in the shelter environment than they do in a home.  Many times we do not know the actual breed/mix or age of the dog, in that case we use our best guess as to breed and age.   We are located in Mukwonago, WI.  Adopters must come to us, we do not ship our dogs.  Please do not apply for a dog until you are ready to adopt.  Once an application is approved you will be notified by email to make an appointment to meet the dog.  All dogs are seen by appointment only. The adoption fee through Bichon and Little Buddies Rescue is $495 for most adults and up to $650 for puppies which includes Wi State Sales Tax.  Included in this fee is your new companion who will be spayed/neutered, have a current Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (as required by state law), current on age appropriate vaccinations, heartworm tested (if old enough) and started on preventative, microchipped, and given a general wormer.  Other medical needs will also have been taken care of, such as dentals and treating ear infections.  To assist you and your new pet in adjusting to life together, you may chose to take an 8 week age appropriate obedience training course at For Pet's Sake Dog Training in Mukwonago, WI for $100 (up to $260 value).  You may opt to take Puppy Kindergarten, Adult Beginners, or Small Dogs Big Hearts.  You must register for the class within 90 days of adoption for the reduced fee.  For more information on the classes visit www.forpetssake.cc  More important information: ***We are a Wisconsin based rescue and do not ship our pets.  If you are considering adoption you must be willing to drive to meet and adopt the pet, as well as bring the pet back to us if the adoption doesn't work.  We adopt primarily in WI and IL, but will consider applicants in MN, IA, and MI.*** ***Please do not set up an appointment to meet the animals until you are ready to take your pet home.  If the meeting results in a match, you can often take the dog/cat home the same day or within a couple days if the medical care hasn't been completed.  We are not able to hold pets for adopters beyond this time.  Thanks for understanding.*** ***While we hope all of our adoptions lead to permanent homes for the animals we place, sometimes things just don't work out.  We do have a 30 day trial period.  For the first 30 days, if you or Bichon and Little Buddies decide that the adoption isn't a good match for either the humans or the pet, the adoption fee will be refunded minus $100 within 30 days of the return of the dog.  Bichon and Little Buddies also requires adopters to return the pet to us at any time that they are unable or unwilling to care for the animal anymore.*** ***We do not show dogs without an appointment.  The first step in adoption is filling out the pre-adoption application at http://www.bichonrescues.com/pre-adoption-form-dog  Please do not call/email until AFTER you have filled out an application.*** Bichon and Little Buddies is a State Licensed Rescue # 268555-DS December 11, 2025, 7:35 pm
We'll also keep you updated on **CHANEL**'s adoption status with email updates.
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**CHANEL**

Maltese Standard Schnauzer

Female, Puppy
Genesee Depot, WI
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
 Please go to our website, http://www.hoovershausealldogrescue.com/ to complete the adoption application. MUST BE 24 YEARS TO ADOPT!! Once your application is approved, the WI manager will call you to discuss adoption, answer questions and set up a private meet and greet if you are interested. This process can take up to 7 days. WE DO WEEKLY APPOINTMENTS FOR ADOPTIONS AFTER APPLICATION APPROVAL! **OUR LOCATION: S47 W30760 HWY 59, NORTH PRAIRIE, WI** (corner of 59 and 83) ***CALL 262-968-3858 FOR INFORMATION*** EVERY DOG IS UP TO DATE ON VACCINES FOR THEIR AGE.                                           RABIES VACCINE IF OLD ENOUGH.  SPAYED OR NEUTERED (regardless of age)  HEARTWORM and FLEA/TICK PREVENTATIVE MICROCHIPPED CERTIFIED VETERINARIAN INSPECTION CERTIFICATE ***WE ARE NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC*** ADOPTIONS ARE BY APPOINTMENT ONLY! Chanel, female, 14 weeks Maltese Schnauzer mix, weighs 5lbs Looking for a smaller dog with minimal shedding? This little girl turns heads wherever she goes! Chanel has an adorable personality that is both affectionate and playful. She gets along great with other dogs and adores children. She is very social with everyone. This pint size girl prances around and has no issues with the snow. She is inquisitive and loves exploring. She is doing well with her house training, sleeps quietly in her crate at night and is ready to start her leash training. She is a perfect size for those that prefer a smaller dog!     We are located at S47 W30760 State Road 59, North Prairie, WI As always, we never guarantee the breed OR the size they'll be as an adult. MY ADOPTION FEE is $500.00 We thank you for ADOPTING A HOOVERS HAUSE RESCUE DOG..... every dog adopted allows us to open our homes to save another! WI DATCP license number 468162January 16, 2026, 10:09 pm
We'll also keep you updated on **PRADA**'s adoption status with email updates.
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**PRADA**

Maltese Standard Schnauzer

Female, Puppy
Genesee Depot, WI
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
 Please go to our website, http://www.hoovershausealldogrescue.com/ to complete the adoption application. MUST BE 24 YEARS TO ADOPT!! Once your application is approved, the WI manager will call you to discuss adoption, answer questions and set up a private meet and greet if you are interested. This process can take up to 7 days. WE DO WEEKLY APPOINTMENTS FOR ADOPTIONS AFTER APPLICATION APPROVAL! **OUR LOCATION: S47 W30760 HWY 59, NORTH PRAIRIE, WI** (corner of 59 and 83) ***CALL 262-968-3858 FOR INFORMATION*** EVERY DOG IS UP TO DATE ON VACCINES FOR THEIR AGE.                                           RABIES VACCINE IF OLD ENOUGH.  SPAYED OR NEUTERED (regardless of age)  HEARTWORM and FLEA/TICK PREVENTATIVE MICROCHIPPED CERTIFIED VETERINARIAN INSPECTION CERTIFICATE ***WE ARE NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC*** ADOPTIONS ARE BY APPOINTMENT ONLY! Prada, female, 14 weeks Maltese/Schnauzer mix, weighs 5lbs This bundle of love has a zest for life and is affectionate. Prada is a lot of sugar with just a touch of spice that puts a smile on your face consistently. She loves playing with other dogs and adores kids. She will be the talk of the neighborhood when out on walks. This smart girl is already crate trained and doing wonderful with her house training. She is always will to share her toys and will follow you around while outside. She is ready to start her leash training. If you are looking for a smaller breed dog with minimal shedding, this girl is the ticket! Any family that adopts this adorable girl will feel like they have won the lottery!     We are located at S47 W30760 State Road 59, North Prairie, WI As always, we never guarantee the breed OR the size they'll be as an adult. MY ADOPTION FEE is $500.00 We thank you for ADOPTING A HOOVERS HAUSE RESCUE DOG..... every dog adopted allows us to open our homes to save another! WI DATCP license number 468162January 16, 2026, 10:09 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Baxter's adoption status with email updates.
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Baxter

Maltese

Male, 7 yrs
Hainesville, IL
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
********AVAILABLE******* Hi Everyone, My name is Baxter and I would like to add a lil tail wag to your family. I am a precious 7lb 7 year old Maltese baby boy who is looking for my forever people!! I am going to make an excellent addition to a loving family!! Are you ready to fall in love? I am an adorable, smart and sweet boy. I have a great temperament!! Investing your time and love into me will be so worth it!! I was rescued from a high kill rural shelter. I am good with respectful children and other animals. Please add a lotta unconditional love, sloppy kisses, tail wags and endless happiness to your family and contact jbrescuerangers@yahoo.com for an adoption application and bring me home. I will come with the works (Neutered, up to date on everything, micro chipped, fecal, heart worm tested if age appropriate, monthly heartworm, flea and tick prevented, a free vet visit and medical insurance). What more could a new family ask for? Love and Kisses, Baxter
We'll also keep you updated on Jasper's adoption status with email updates.
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Jasper

Maltese Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

Male, 4 mos
Grayslake, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Please rad entire bio, Thank you. Jasper is very shy, we are doing our best to have him get better at handling him. We would like someone that has the time and experience to get him more confident. He loves other dogs, just jumps for joy to play with them. We would like to find him a home with at least another dog in the home, that will be a tremendous help. He has toes missing on one of his back paws, we were told that the mom bit them off at birth. He still has the pad and walk fine. Jasper could be a foster to adopt to the right family. Or just fostering would be ok. He is completely vetted. Also we would prefer a home with no small children. Teenagers would be ok. Please email if you are interested at helpapoochrescue@gmail.com

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Maltese shelters & rescues in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for Maltese puppies in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Browse these Maltese rescues and shelters below.

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15.4 miles

Biggie Paws Rescue

Salem, WI 53168

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19.9 miles

Bichon and Little Buddies Rescue

828 Perkins Dr, Mukwonago, WI 53149

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

26.6 miles

Hoovers Hause All Dog Rescue

S47 W30760 Hwy 59, Genesee Depot, WI 53127

Pet Types: dogs

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27.2 miles

Wagging Hearts - Hainesville

260 E. Belvidere Rd, PMB #369, Hainesville, IL 60030

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs

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Rescue

27.2 miles

Help A Pooch Rescue

Grayslake, IL 60030

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

27.6 miles

Tails of the Forgotten Paws Inc

Lake In The Hills, IL 60013

Pet Types: cats, dogs, small animals

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Rescue

29.4 miles

REACH Rescue

Mundelein, IL 60060

Pet Types: cats, dogs, small animals

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Rescue

34.1 miles

New Beginnings Shih Tzu Rescue Inc.

PO Box 652, Oak Creek, WI 53154

Pet Types: dogs

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34.8 miles

Project Hope Animal Rescue Foundation

141 e higgins rd, GIlberts, IL 60136

Pet Types: dogs

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38.5 miles

Second City Canine Rescue

570 N Smith st, Palatine, IL 60067

Pet Types: dogs

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