Maltese puppies and dogs in Saint Francis, Minnesota

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. //   Find our applications at www.midwestanimalrescue.orgAdoption Fee $450 plus taxTiko is still very much a puppy who loves toys (especially puzzle toys that take him a while to figure out). He can easily entertain himself by throwing stuffed toys up in the air and catching or chasing them. He loves to chew, so it is important that he has appropriate chews.   Tiko has been around other small dogs as well as a cat, but he definitely prefers to have ALL t h e attention. He becomes jealous once he feels comfortable. He likes his human(s) to be HIS alone. He is not a fan of most men.   He gets your attention when he needs to go outside but he really hates the chilly temps so may not stay outside long enough to complete his "business".  Going on a walk would probably help.   At night he sleeps in a crate. Initially he whines but gives up after a few minutes. In the morning, as soon as he hears stirring , he will start to fidget again so you better be ready to take him outside.    So far Tiko understands "no" (which is really a good thing!) because he is very curious and gets into things he shouldn't (like wastebaskets).   Thus has he hasn't been vocal so apartment or townhomes should be okay. He is small but needs to be entertained with toys and chews. After playing, he will crash on your lap for a snooze.    Tiko is a very sweet pup who would love to find a forever home without other pets or small children so he can have ALL the attention. Are you that home?       If you have previously applied with us please email placement@midwestanimalrescue.org to reactivate your application with new interest.All fees are subject to MN sales tax and a processing fee at the time of adoption. We accept Credit cards, Debit cards as well as cash. At this time we do not accept checks.       Our Adoption fees for all animals cover required vetting: which includes, Rabies, Distemper Vaccine Series, Bordetella, Deworming, Heartworm Test as age appropriate, Spay or Neuter and Microchip and registration. Adoption Fees are Non Negotialble. All fees are subject to MN sales tax and a processing fee at the time of adoption.   Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.  or    *The pet you are viewing is a rescued pet which is most often from an animal control facility and does not come with a pedigree. The breed(s) listed are our best guess and are in no way guaranteed. Sometimes the pets appear to be a particular breed(s) in the pictures we receive from our rescue partners and when they arrive we are surprised to see an entirely different breed(s) in person!  If you choose to DNA test your adopted pet, test results may vary from company to company and our breed guess may not be reflected in those results as it is just that, our best guess. It is with deep longing that we wish there was a breed called 'cute' as we believe all of our dogs would fall under this new breed classification! Completion of an Adoption Application via our website www.midwestanimalrescue.org is the best way to show your interest in an animal and is the first step in our adoption process.  *Animals who are not fully vaccinated and altered are not eligible for long distance adoption. When you adopt a pet from Midwest Animal Rescue and Services, your adoption fee covers: Microchip and registration, Core Vaccines including Rabies, Distemper and bordetella, age appropriate heartworm testing or FeLV-FIV testing, sterilization, heartworm/flea-tick prevention and deworming while in foster care.  Adoption fees are non-negotiable and can be paid by cashier's check, money order or credit card. We do not accept personal checks. Any issues that arise after adoption are the full responsibility of the adopter after the finalization of adoption. Adoption fees are only part of the expense of owning a pet, so we ask you to consider the costs for the life of the pet before adoption. We recommend pet insurance. //

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Jazper found himself dumped in a high kill shelter in West Texas. He loves all dogs and everyone, cats are unknown. He is house and crate trained. All dogs and puppies require supervision and training to be successful, First priority will go to someone who lives in the twin cities metro in order to bring to a vetting appointment if needed.  Please put in your application on our website mattysheartandsoulanimalrescue.rescuegroups.org.      Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.March 23, 2025, 2:53 pm

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Fairy and her siblings found themselves dumped in a high kill shelter in West Texas. They were so young they needed to be bottle fed.  They are all ready to travel and find their forever homes. They love all dogs and everyone, cats are unknown but they would be fine with being as young as they are. All dogs and puppies require supervision and training to be successful, First priority will go to someone who lives in the twin cities metro in order to bring to a vetting appointment if needed.  Please put in your application on our website mattysheartandsoulanimalrescue.rescuegroups.org.      Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.March 25, 2025, 11:25 pm

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Sprite and his sisters found themselves dumped in a high kill shelter in West Texas. They were so young they needed to be bottle fed.  They are all ready to travel and find their forever homes. They love all dogs and everyone, cats are unknown but they would be fine with being as young as they are. All dogs and puppies require supervision and training to be successful, First priority will go to someone who lives in the twin cities metro in order to bring to a vetting appointment if needed.  Please put in your application on our website mattysheartandsoulanimalrescue.rescuegroups.org.      Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.March 25, 2025, 11:25 pm

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Maela and her siblings found themselves dumped in a high kill shelter in West Texas. They were so young they needed to be bottle fed.  They are all ready to travel and find their forever homes. They love all dogs and everyone, cats are unknown but they would be fine with being as young as they are. All dogs and puppies require supervision and training to be successful, First priority will go to someone who lives in the twin cities metro in order to bring to a vetting appointment if needed.  Please put in your application on our website mattysheartandsoulanimalrescue.rescuegroups.org.      Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.March 25, 2025, 11:46 pm

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Thank you for stopping by to see me!  Please fill out an application to set up  a private meeting.    Hi, I’m Opie! I’m a 2-year-old Maltipoo, weighing in at just 8 pounds of fluff and potential. I’ve had a bit of a rough start and can be scared of people and skittish, but with patience, kindness, and time, I am blossiming in my foster home. Here’s what you should know about me: I’m happiest when I’m with other dogs, especially my confident furry friends who help me feel safe and teach me the ropes. I love wrestling with them, basking in the sun, running around in the yard, and playing with my soft, stuffed toys. I love going for walks and am just learning how to sniff and smell the roses along the way.  I have a weakness for homemade dehydrated beef liver—yum!-- But I am not too fussy when it comes to treat time. I understand lots of human commands: outside, crate, treat, and supper time! I’m working really hard on trusting humans, and I am making more human friends every day. My foster parent has been helping me learn with gentle cuddle sessions, and I’m slowly making progress. I approach humans for playtime now—though I still get a little nervous if things move too fast. I do enjoy quiet, early morning tummy rubs, and snuggles throughout the day! Potty training and leash training are still a work in progress for me, so I’ll need a secure, fenced yard in my forever home. I’m also a bit of an escape artist, so doors and gates will need to stay closed tight! At night, I’ve figured out my routine—I sleep best where I can snuggle up in bed near my favorite human ands doggy friend. It makes me feel safe and calm. I know I’m not your average puppy—I need an experienced adopter who can be patient, gentle, and understanding. Having another confident dog in the house is a must for me. If you’re up for the challenge, I promise I’ll try my hardest to make you proud. Underneath my fear is a sweet, mischievous little pup just waiting to come out. Are you the one who can help me find my courage? *Please note that some of our dogs are obtained from shelters, surrendered to our care, or released from breeders. Each animal's bio is based on our experience of the animal within our care, an educated guess based on physical characteristics, temperament and information shared. Each dog receives basic grooming when coming into rescue, but for some dogs they have not received grooming attention until recently and grooming may be required shortly after adoption. This will be at the adopter’s expense, so we encourage you to research the breed and be prepared for grooming expenses. Underdog cannot guarantee hypoallergenic or non-shedding qualities of any dogs in our rescue. Some of the animals come from situations where they are lacking experience in a home and confidence in humans. In turn, they require another companion dog and/or a fenced in yard in their forever home in order for them to feel safe. If you are interested in a particular dog whose bio states those needs and do not currently have them, please understand that your home might not be the right fit. Please use the filter on our Adoptable Dogs page to find the perfect match for your home.    ***Be sure to check your spam/junk folder as sometimes our emails end up there***Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.If you have other questions about me you can email Underdog Rescue at <inquiries@underdogrescuemn.com> ADOPTION EVENTS:      Adoption events are updated at the top of each dogs animals' as their foster home signs up. Check back for updates on which events they will be attending. If an event is not listed within their bio above, the animal is not planning to attend.  Please understand that all of our pets are in volunteer foster homes and sometimes "life" happens and the foster family cannot make it to their scheduled adoption event. If you are traveling from a far distance to meet a specific animal, please understand we cannot guarantee event attendance. We recommend filling out an application and we will set up a private appointment. Private appointments are only scheduled after an application is submitted and approved. ADOPTION PROCEDURE: The first step in our process is to complete an online adoption application on our website: http://www.underdogrescuemn.com/adoptionprocess/   Note: In most circumstances Underdog Rescue will only adopt within 60 miles of Minneapolis, MN.  All of our foster animals can be seen by appointment with an approved adoption application. Contact us at http://www.underdogrescuemn.com/contact-us/ if you have further questions. FOSTER CARE: All of our animals are fostered in individual homes or doggie daycare facilities. While they are in our care, they are part of our families and given lots of love. We work on training, crate-training and socialization prior to adoption, but each bio is written by the foster as they see them, in their home. Each animal's behavior is evaluated and we have a sense of its temperament and personality, but it cannot be guaranteed. We look for adopters who will give each animal the wonderful life and permanent home that he or she deserves in time and with patience.  If you have an interest and ability to be a foster home, please visit our website  www.underdogrescuemn.com/foster-applications  and fill out a foster application. NUTRITION: Nutrition is vital to the rehabilitation and life-long health of our pets.  All of our foster animals are fed a premium diet such as NutriSource, Canidae, Orijen, Nature's Variety, Fromm, Pure Vita, Stella and Chewy's, Primal, or balanced raw diet.  All adopters are required to continue providing premium diets for the life of the animal. YOU CAN HELP: Not able to foster or adopt right now? Please consider sponsoring an Underdog. Your donation will help us buy dog food and pay for medical costs. Visit this link  www.underdogrescuemn.com/donate   to donate.  (Please note: A Paypal account is not necessary to use Paypal. When you get to the Paypal page, just use the link to the left of their login to make your donation via Paypal without an account.) March 23, 2025, 5:09 pm