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Maltese puppies and dogs in Chula Vista, California

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

Maltese Poodle (Miniature)

Female, 3 yrs
San Diego, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
***AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION*** Meet Candy - Your Future Best Friend! Are you looking for a loving and loyal companion? Look no further! Candy is a sweet 15 lbs Maltipoo mix, estimated to be around 3 to 4 years old. She may be shy and a little timid at first, but once she trusts you, she will be your best friend for life. Candy loves to snuggle and is getting used to the harness and leash for walks. She enjoys playing with other dogs and toys, and she is also learning to live with cats. Candy has been spayed, had her teeth cleaned, and is up to date on all her vaccinations. If you're ready to give Candy a forever home, please reach out to us at MalteseRescueCalifornia.org. She can't wait to meet you! No apartment living as Maltese can be barkers.
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Adorable Nellita - Petite girl

Maltese Shih Tzu

Female, 2 yrs 5 mos
El Cajon, CA
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
ADOPTION EVENT & FOOD DRIVE: Saturday 06/01/24 from 4:00 to 6:00 pm at Petco: 1780 Garnet Ave. Pacific Beach - San Diego, CA 92109 - by Vons & CVS. Come and meet our sweet petite mama "Nellita" or text us to request a meet & greet appointment for serious adopters - She has giving birth about 5 months ago and her pups have been adopted; now is her turn:) Sweet, great with kids and other dogs -. Nellita is full grown at about 10-12 pounds. Has a soft coat of a Maltese and the tail and some traits of the Shit Zu.. She is consider to be semii-hypoallernic or low shedding. She will be ideal with any type of families:) She gets along with other dogs, and she is cat friendly. She loves kids. Nellita is crate trained and leash trained:) Are you ready to give her a forever home? Please text us at 619-576-0747 as 1st type of contact or email at Angels4dogscats@gmail.com or visit our website at www.aaofus.org and complete our application at the following link: http://aaofus.org/adoption-application.html . or at AngelsForDogsAndCatsRescue.org If approved, the adoption coordinator will reach out to you to schedule a Meet-and-Greet appointment. No appointments will be made unless we have received an application; therefore, we can match you with the best fit for you. Follow us on Instagram @aaofus where you can see more pics. Please allow 48 hours to process applications and respond back to set up appointments. Unfortunately, responses back to those who do not qualify are not possible due to high volume of applications. Donation Adoption fee includes up-to-date 3 core puppy vaccinations; spaying or neutering, deworming, and a complementary health check up by a participating clinic near you. If an adult, the pet will have their yearly DHLPP vaccination as well. Please consider adopting a 2nd fur baby! Due to high volume of calls; NO PHONE calls are accepted at this time - therefore, please text us or email us. LIVE!! LOVE!!! RESCUE!! ADOPT A HOMELESS PET AND SAVE A LIFE!!
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Bonded Pair
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Amazing Nino

Maltese Jack Russell Terrier

Male, 10 mos
El Cajon, CA
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
Come to meet her at our monthly events at Petco: 1780 Garnet Ave - Pacific Beach, ca 92109 by Vons & CVS - Next Adoption Event Saturday 11/09 - from 3 to 5 pm - there will be a bake fundraising event from 11 to 2 pm Our sweet Boy NIno is so playful. he enjoys hours playing with his little bonded sister Nina. In addition, he gets along with other dogs - and cats and loves children and people. He is a love bug who will bring you lots of love. Nino is so similar to sister Nina; although they don't look much alike; they are from different father's while Nina and Bella Ella and mama Nellita are so similar looking, our boy is different but so sweet. He is the sweet brother looking always for her sister's protection as she Nina is the boss:) He is Off white with beige, with so cute booties; and his little body is like a Chiwinee - a Chihuahua Doxy mixed with Maltese, as he has such a soft coat. Adoption fee includes being neutered and he has all his 3 core puppy vaccines, dewormed and a complementary health check up at our participating vet clinics. Please text us at 619-576-0747 or email email us at Angels4dogscats@gmail.com Please MUST complete an application if you are ready to adopt at AngelsForDogsAndCatsRescue.org or at AAOFUS.ORG Please text us to let us know you have applied - please check out the bio of bonded brother Nino Thank you for saving lives by adopting from us!!! LIVE!!! LOVE!!! ADOPT OUR RESCUED BONDED PAIR!!!
We'll also keep you updated on Hope's adoption status with email updates.
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Hope

Maltese

Female, 12 yrs 11 mos
Ramona, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Hope! When Hope's mom and dad separated, neither of them were able to take care of her, leaving Hope in need of a new loving home. Hope is a special needs dog, being both blind and hearing impaired. She is trying to be brave, but adjusting to new places and people at this stage of her life is a bit overwhelming. Our hearts ache for this sweet girl, and we are searching for someone who will offer her the gentle care and love she deserves. Despite the upheaval in Hope's life, she is very sweet and melts in your lap. She enjoys spending time outdoors, wandering around in the yard or riding in a stroller, sniffing the fresh air, and listening to the birds chirping. Hope also enjoys car rides, mealtime, naps, and feeling the sunshine on her face. She does well with both cats and other dogs. Soon after Hope arrived, she went on a two-week Frosted Fling. After spending this time in a calm home, Hope became more relaxed and seemed to grow stronger, walking better and adjusting well to her environment. Her Fling Mom noticed that clapping her hands to let Hope know where she was helped Hope feel more comfortable and less startled. As Hope learned her way around her new surroundings, her spirits lifted. Hope is currently on a second Fling and is doing so well! Her Fling Family reports: "Hope has been with us on a fling for a week already, and we absolutely love every moment of her company. We also find her easy to care for. Her routine is pretty simple - sleep, out to potty and sniff, walk around for a few minutes, eat, find a comfy bed to sleep, repeat. Hope never fusses or makes any noise at all, is easy to pick up and carry, and enjoys ear rubs. Her vision and hearing impairments don't deter her from making her way around our house and yard. She gets along perfectly with our dogs (two of them are blind like her). They all sniff each other and wander around together. Hope enjoys taking in the smells at the harbor or short walks in a stroller to get some fresh air. Hope is such a sweet and quiet little granny." Hope is a gentle soul who needs a patient and understanding person who can meet her needs with compassion and care. Might that be you? To meet Hope, please email placement@frostedfacesfoundation.org.
We'll also keep you updated on McComb's adoption status with email updates.
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McComb

Maltese

Male, 8 yrs 7 mos
Ramona, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet McComb! McComb entered Pasadena Humane Society as a stray. When he wasn't claimed, we scooped him up on November 30th to become a Frosted Face. McComb is estimated to be 8 years old, and he weighs 12.5 lbs. McComb is a special, lovable dog with some special needs that require a little extra patience and care. Thankfully, he has been living in a loving foster home since mid-December, and we've learned a lot about him and what he needs to thrive. McComb is a mellow guy who loves snacks, butt scratches, and sniffing around in the yard. Though he has some challenges—he’s blind, deaf, and likely has early-stage cognitive dysfunction (CCD)—he still enjoys life! His Fling Mom shares: "McComb walks to the beat of his own drum. He does what he wants- sometimes that is napping all day, sometimes that is pacing for a while. He doesn't pay attention to toys or me, but he does love snuffle mats! He also likes to go out in the yard and sniff around, his nose seems to work really well!! He doesn't walk very well on leash, so I didn't force him on walks and he didn't settle well in strollers, so I usually just rotate his sniffs in the front or back yard. McComb is fine with people if the people let him know they are there. I usually put my hand on his neck or back slowly and let him recognize I'm there and then start to pet him, he is usually receptive to pets that way. He can be a bit reactive if you go directly for his head. McComb does seem to recognize when I get home some days though and whines when he hears my dogs bark. McComb is aware when new dogs enter the home and will interact with polite sniffs. Otherwise, he pretty much ignores the other dogs in the home. He doesn't snuggle, but also isn't food aggressive or a resource guarder. McComb isn't a dog that is for everyone. In addition to being blind and deaf, he doesn't like his eye drops, and isn't potty trained- but he lovessss snacks and butt scratches. McComb would be a labor of love without much in return, but speaking from my experience, it'll be worth every dirty diaper and almost bite!" This special boy deserves to enjoy his golden years with a loving family who will cherish him for who he is. Might that be you? Please email placement@frostedfacesfoundation.org to mee McComb!
We'll also keep you updated on Poppy Ambrose's adoption status with email updates.
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Poppy Ambrose

Maltese

Female, 9 yrs 7 mos
Ramona, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Poppy Ambrose! After Poppy Ambrose was surrendered to Chesterfield Square Shelter (LA) by her owner, we scooped her up on December 7th to become a Frosted Face. She is 9 years old and weighs 12.5 lbs. Poppy went on a two-week Frosted Fling, so we could learn more about her in a home environment. She is such a sweetheart that her Fling has been extended! Her Fling Mom reports: "Poppy is an absolute lover. She wants to cuddle all day long and will lay with me for hours on end. She is extremely sweet, loving, and does great with other people. If not cuddling, Poppy is either taking a long nap or exploring the smells in the yard. Poppy loves going out and has so much fun when I take her to the swap meet or to go smell and run through the sand at the beach. Poppy does great with other people! If anyone enters the home that she doesn’t know, she will run up to them and start trying to give them love. Poppy has met other small dogs and do well with them. She is very sweet and great with other dogs. Poppy loves to explore outside! She will spend all day smelling different smells and walking through the neighborhood and the yard. She loves being outside and discovering new smells and having fun!" To meet practically perfect Poppy, please email placement@frostedfacesfoundation.org.

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Maltese Rescue California - San Diego County Area

San Diego, CA 92111

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Rescue

19 miles

Animal Advocates of the US - San Diego Chapter

El Cajon, CA 92122

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31.2 miles

Frosted Faces Foundation

1448 Pine St, Ramona, CA 92065

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40.2 miles

Amazing Dogs

Carlsbad, CA 92011

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Rescue

42.1 miles

SPOT (Saving Pets One at a Time)

3784 Mission Ave Ste 148-356, Oceanside, CA 92058

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Rescue

42.1 miles

Underdog Heroes

Riverside, CA 92058

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Rescue

43 miles

TWEH Poodle Rescue

Vista, CA 92084

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44.7 miles

King of Hearts Foundation

p.o box 1822, Oceanside, CA 92049

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46 miles

4loveofdogs

Oceanside, CA 92057

Pet Types: dogs

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