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Jovie

Maltese Poodle (Miniature)

Female, 8 yrs 11 mos
Southeastern, PA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Jovie Female Maltese/Poodle Mix 7 years old 7 pounds Health issues: Diabetic (managed) Good with dogs Unknown with cats Calm, gentle, older children only Jovie is an adorable, gentle girl who was used for breeding for 7 years before she was surrendered to Finding Shelter because she was no longer productive. Jovie was shy, scared, not feeling well (she was diagnosed and treated for diabetes), and yet she still found the courage to adapt to life indoors with new people. Jovie is incredibly sweet, her diabetes is controlled with daily insulin, she is happy and loves to cuddle on dog beds, and she seeks human attention now. We know Jovie has so much love to give to an experienced family who will provide the best care while allowing her to continue to blossom. Are you the one? To apply to adopt Jovie: www.findingshelter.org
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EJ

Maltese

Male
Gibbstown, NJ
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.EJ is a 9 year old Maltese mix who is so sweet. He is up to date on everything and ready for a furever home. He's best in a home with older kids and okay with other animals.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.December 11, 2024, 9:00 pm
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Nadia

Maltese Poodle (Miniature)

Female, 4 yrs 9 mos
Malvern, PA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
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Story
Nadia is a 4 year old spayed female poodle/maltese mix who weighs 9 pounds. This cutie was rescued along with another dog when they were unwanted and were left uncared for. These pups are some of the sweetest dogs ever that are so cute, loves to be held and just soaks up all of the attention. Nadia must go to a home with another dog in order to be most comfortable and would do best with a fenced in yard. They have tested great with other dogs, are easy going, love everyone they meet and cannot wait to meet their new families. If you are interested in adopting, please submit an adoption application on our website www.justice-rescue.comJustice Rescue - 17663Malvern, PA 19355
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Marz

Maltese Schnoodle

Male, 2 yrs 9 mos
Philadelphia, PA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Marz ACCT-A-212335! Marz is a 2-year-old male who came in as an owner surrender on 1/31 due to the owner moving. Videos -- Snicker meets Marz: https://youtube.com/shorts/wqjzCbrEnac?si=lcVXtY5flQ8WpRo0 Marz and Bingo: https://youtube.com/shorts/3exhdChE53c?si=4H512KZgNfHmGLsB Marz in my lap: https://youtube.com/shorts/bqd4-b1AZV8?si=9udc8ASRGY4UMH52 Marz with his favorite staff: https://youtube.com/shorts/Hp0cXs78IFU?si=Gw5IiDNOovIJgHnw Behavior Notes: Per staff on 2/4: Marz got out for some one on one time today! He was less reactive in kennel at first, and calmly laid on his pillow when I approached. I stuck some of the leash through the bars and he even extended his neck to sniff it! I reached in with the leash, but when it got close to him he began to snap, growl, and hard bark at the leash again. I was able to secure him easier this time with a big lasso, and once secured he came right out. We went to the office, and he was a little nervous of handling at first, and gave me some hard eyes when I reached for him. I gave him some space and talked in a baby voice, and he gave me some low wags and approached me on his own. He sat near my leg and allowed me to give him head and body pets, and curled himself into my leg. I crouched down on the floor with him and he tentatively put his paw in my lap, almost asking if he could climb up. He curled up in my lap and leaned in for lots of pets and love. He was quite sweet with me, but I still took everything nice3 and slow so I didn't scare him. He gave me low wags here and there for baby talk, and even exposed his belly a bit for me. I asked another staff member to come in to see how he'd do with a stranger, and he growled at them when they entered. Marz was in my lap when he entered, so I put him on the ground to make sure he wasn't guarding me. Marz stayed behind me and was too nervous to approach the stranger on his own. He did not allow handling from the new person, and would bare teeth when they reached for him. He gave lots of signals that he was uncomfortable with the new person, so we didn't push it. Marz needs a slow approach and some time to warm up to new people! When it was time to return to kennel he gave me no issues and climbed right in. Per staff 2/1: “Got Marz out for an eval and to take him to surgery. He was very reactive in kennel, and bared teeth when he saw me approaching. He growled and snapped at the leash whenever it got close to him. it took ~10 minutes of lasso attempts to secure him, and he continuously snapped and bit the leash. I could hear the snap of his jaws he was snapping so hard, so he meant business. To his credit, he remained fixated on the leash, and not my hands. Once secured we went to the office for a bit to see if he could be handled or not. In the room he immediately peed, so he may be trying to stay housetrained. He hid under a chair at first, but when I removed the option of hiding he approach me with stress pants and wide eyes. He allowed some gentle back touches, and after a few minutes came close to me for more pets. He allowed most handling, but wasn't a fan of his paws being touched, and would paw lift and lip lick a lot. He continued to lip lick throughout our time together, but did not escalate with me. When we went to surgery they asked if he would allow them to listen to his heart and breathing, and since he was allowing handling from me I thought we could give it a try. He sniffed the stethoscope, but when the vet touched the stethoscope to him he began to growl, so we decided to wait until he was sedated. We were able to sedate him by placing a towel over his head and using a leg pin. He did growl, but did not escalate. He allowed some light handling from me afterwards, but was stress panting and lip licking. I would recommend that Marz be rescue only until we can get further notes. I'm not sure if he became reactive to the vet due to reactivity to medical procedures, or if he was just reactive to a stranger attempting to touch him.” Per staff 1/31: “Couldn’t check him in due to fractious behaviors such as growling lip licking snapping and whale eye.” Per owner: “Mostly housebroken, super high energy, pulls on leash. Too much energy/gets overstimulated, Separation anxiety when home alone, Has accidents in the house, Possessive of food (food guarding), Fearful of new people (stranger danger), Reactive/aggressive towards strangers. Has bitten a person, he was approached while on his bed. However he was very friendly with the person before so I guess he was being territorial. Nervous/fearful/shy with strangers, depends on the situation with children and cats, aggressive/reactive with cats. Mars will growl and get aggressive when he is approached while in his cage. However outside the cage is friendly and less scared of people walking up to him. He can be slightly nervous when he meets you with his tail tucked away but if you approach him with a happy tone and openness he opens right up. High prey drive. I think Marz needs a patience family who can help him through his nervousness and anxiousness. He is very sensitive to noise and enjoys a calm space.” Medical Notes: Per an exam on 2/2: “Vomit found in cage. Bright, alert, responsive, barking at us cage side, and lunging to bite when we touch his paperwork. Cannot examine. Fear and anxiety in shelter.” Per an exam on 2/1: “Ears are hairy. Some Tartar on teeth. Bright, alert, responsive, fractious and scared.” ACCT Philly is located at 111 West Hunting Park Ave in Philadelphia. We are open for adoptions 7 days a week. Please visit www.acctphilly.org/adopt for details. If you are a rescue interested in pulling this animal, please email our lifesaving team, or visit here if you are not currently a rescue partner: https://acctphilly.org/acct-philly-love-local-partnership-program/ Confirmed placement is considered confirmation of an actual rescue pull. Possible placement, interested parties, and other "TBD" statuses are not considered confirmed and do not indicate an animal is no longer urgent. All animals at ACCT Philly are from Philadelphia, as the only open intake animal shelter in Philadelphia, we are not able to accept animals from outside of Philadelphia. ACCT Philly's Pennsylvania kennel license number is 08313.
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Cody

Maltese Shih Tzu

Male
Parker Ford, PA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
We are now taking applications for Cody!  7 year old Malti-Shih.  Cody is an energetic love bug who is curious about the world around him. He will follow you like a shadow and is the best cuddler. He is great with other dogs and very friendly with anyone he meets. He does well when he’s taken out every 2-3 hours without many accidents. Sleeps well through the night.  Overall great little buddy! Cody is UTD on all shots, preventatives, neutered, and microchipped.  Just ready for his forever family.  Forever Home Animal Rescue PO Box 44 Parker Ford, PA 19475 PA Kennel lis # 8665 Interested in Cody, please apply here: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/FHPA/Dog Please be within 1 hour of West Chester, PA.November 2, 2024, 3:27 pm
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Widdle Bit

Maltese

Female, 2 yrs
Cherry Hill, NJ
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Widdle Bit! This tiny, sassy Maltese mix may be small in size, but she's overflowing with personality! Widdle Bit is the ultimate cuddle bug - once she warms up to you, she'll be your little shadow, snuggling up by your side or burrowing under a cozy blanket.   She's pee pad trained and working on her leash skills, but with a little patience, she'll be strutting in no time. She's dog-friendly but may need a little time to adjust to new furry siblings. She would also be perfectly happy as the one and only queen of the castle. Widdle Bit does great being home alone, making her an easygoing companion. She is already spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped - ready to find her forever home! Since we're not sure how she is with kids or cats, she'd do best in a patient home willing to let her blossom at her own pace. If you're looking for a tiny pup with a big heart (and just the right amount of sass), Widdle Bit is ready to steal yours! https://peytonsplaceanimalrescue.org/adoption-application/ ##2289589##

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18.9 miles

Finding Shelter

PO Box 723, Southeastern, PA 19399

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Rescue

19.7 miles

South Jersey Rescue

Gibbstown, NJ 08027

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Rescue

22.2 miles

Justice Rescue

Malvern, PA 19355

Pet Types: cats, dogs, farm animals, horses, rabbits, small animals

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Shelter

32.3 miles

ACCT Philly

111 W. Hunting Park Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19140

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

33.1 miles

Forever Home Rescue

PO Box 44, Parker Ford, PA 19457

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Rescue

35.1 miles

Peyton's Place Animal Rescue

Cherry Hill, NJ 08034

Pet Types: birds, dogs

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Rescue

39.6 miles

Home At Last Dog Rescue

100 West Main, Lansdale, PA 19446

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

40.4 miles

One Love Animal Rescue

Mount Laurel, NJ 08054

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

45.2 miles

Zoe's House Rescue

P.O Box 2372, Sinking Spring, PA 19608

Pet Types: dogs

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