Maltese puppies and dogs in Wisconsin

Meet Teddy! Teddy is a 5-year-old Maltipoo mix with a big heart and a love for companionship. He’s the ultimate snuggle buddy—happiest when he’s curled up on your lap or by your side. He’s also great in the car and would love to be your travel companion, preferably riding right in your lap. Friendly with dogs, cats, and kids, Teddy gets along with everyone he meets. He enjoys playtime with other dogs and his favorite stuffed toys but is just as content relaxing with his people. He’s also crate-trained and settles in easily when needed. If you’re looking for a loving, affectionate companion who will always be by your side, Teddy is the perfect match! To apply to adopt, visit tailsofhopewi.org. Please note: Donations made using the SPONSOR ME tab on PetFinder will not go to Tails of Hope-WI.

MEET: MILO Meet Milo, the sweetest and most snuggly pup you’ll ever meet! This adorable guy, along with his two siblings, was recently surrendered to Mutt Life Dog Rescue after being born to a Maltese dad and a Staffordshire Terrier mom. Now, he’s ready to find his forever home! Milo is a happy, friendly, and good-natured puppy who has the perfect balance of energy. He loves to play and explore, but when it’s time to wind down, he’s all about cuddling up with a warm blanket for a cozy nap. Milo is a big fan of movie nights and will happily snuggle by your side! He’s currently working on potty training, crate training, and all the typical puppy milestones. He is off leash in the backyard. He is cute as a button- he is a little bit wiener dog looking with a long torso, such a sweetie! With a little patience and love, he’s sure to continue thriving. Milo is being fostered in Brown Deer, WI, and is ready to meet his forever family. Could that be you? __________ Adoption fees include the cost of spay/neuter procedure, up to date dewormer,  vaccinations, heart worm prevention (age appropriate) and certified veterinarian inspection within 30 days of adoption.  __________ Review adoption requirements and ensure you meet the necessary criteria to apply! https://www.muttlife.org/adoption-policies _________ ADOPTION PROCESS: 1.) Apply: Fill out adoption application completely and submit all necessary documents. 2.)Application Decision: approved applicants will be notified via phone call and email. ​3.)Foster-to-Adopt Trial Period: after approval, you have the opportunity to do a meet and greet and bring your dog home! You get a 5 day foster-to-adopt (FTA) period to make sure its the right fit. 4.) Final Decision: By the end of the FTA period, please let us know your final decision to adopt or return the dog to our rescue. 5.) Home Visit: After the adoption process we conduct a home visit either in person or via zoom meeting to ensure that everything is going well with the transition and to answer any final questions you may have. 6.) Neuter/spay for puppies: for dogs who are not fixed at the time of adoption, we will reimburse for the procedure once we receive proof of spay/neuter. The procedure MUST be done at HAWS Snip Clinic in Waukesha, WI or Wisconsin Community Veterinarian Center in Madison, WI. If you would like to go through your veterinarian or another location, we will reimburse $150 once we receive proof of the procedure. We recommend spay/neuter around 6 months old. **Note: Adoptions are not considered final until the dog is neutered/spayed if applicable**

About Me: Name: Aaran and Aaron Breed (or best guess): Maltese Approximate Age: 6 yr and 8 yr Gender: Female and Male  Approximate Weight: 7 lb Adoption Fee: $395 each (reduced from $495 due to a sponsor) Requirements: patient adopter, fenced yard/potty area best Why In Rescue: puppy mill survivor Profile:   Aaran and Aaron came from a commercial breeder/puppy farmer who was no longer going to use them for breeding.  They are still a little shy but learning to trust humans more every day.  This little pair loves to be together and will howl if they are separated into different kennels, so they would be so happy to find a home together.  If interested please fill out the preadoption application on our website www.bichonrescues.com 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 March 18, 2025, 10:49 am

About Me: Name: Aaran and Aaron Breed (or best guess): Maltese Approximate Age: 6 yr and 8 yr Gender: Female and Male  Approximate Weight: 7 lb Adoption Fee: $395 (reduced from $495 due to a sponsor) Requirements: patient adopter, fenced yard/potty area best Why In Rescue: puppy mill survivor Profile:   Aaran and Aaron came from a commercial breeder/puppy farmer who was no longer going to use them for breeding.  They are still a little shy but learning to trust humans more every day.  This little pair loves to be together and will howl if they are separated into different kennels, so they would be so happy to find a home together.  If interested please fill out the preadoption application on our website www.bichonrescues.com 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 March 18, 2025, 10:49 am

Meet Odie Nickname: Odie-Odie-Odie Breed: Maltese Rescue: Albert’s Dog Lounge Age: senior Weight: 12 lbs Fun fact: Since I had to have 8 of my rotten teeth removed recently, I would be a stunning subject for Tongue Out Tuesday on your Insta feed! Did you know: I survived one of the worst puppy mills in Wisconsin Foster home: Whitewater, WI Home state: Wisconsin Activity level: Moderate Friendly with: Dogs. Cats are an unknown. He has never been around children, but MAY do ok with older, respectful kiddos. Sleep style: During the day, Odie sleeps on dog beds either in the kitchen or an xpen (with free reign in/out). At night, he sleeps with foster mom. Meals: Odie recently had the last of his 8 teeth removed, so he is now on a soft diet. He is currently eating Stella and Chewy's freeze dried patties with some Blue Buffalo canned food. He is fed in an xpen so that he can eat at his own pace without interference. Snore-o-meter: 0 Bark-o-meter: 3 (if someone comes to the door, I’ll tell you about it!) Shedding meter: 0 Fashion: Soft sweaters Signature color: Dark colors. Jewel tones really pop against my fur. Walk out song: Stand by me. Odie is insecure and needs a companion to be by his side and show him how to be a dog. Favorite season: Fall....warm sunshine with cooler temps, opportunities for lots of smells and outdoor activities. Personality: curious, timid, gentle, nervous, insecure, chatty when left alone, food motivated Best feature: My soulful big brown eyes Signature move: Nose up! Odie always has his nose in the air when foster mom is baking Loves: Snuggling, learning to be a dog from my foster sister, car rides, being your shadow, taste testing homemade dog treats, hanging out in front of the fireplace, neighborhood walkies with my best doggie friend Bucket list: A confident doggy sibling, a soft bed, a dish that has food when I’m hungry, boat rides on the lake, a home where my humans are home with me more often than not, and they will let me progress at my own pace. Odie currently lives with two other dogs, a male and female. The female is his size and he clings to her. Although the male is larger, Odie will also follow him to go outside. Odie’s connection with his sister has caused nervousness when they are separated, which shows as him constantly barking when she is walked without him. Odie would thrive in a home that has a confident dog for him to bond with. Odie will do his business outside but he also likes to run around and lift his leg…. Mill dog behavior for sure. He has not yet shown interest in toys, but that may change over time. He would prefer a fenced yard so he can explore his world, and a patient adopter who understands mill dogs and their special needs. Neutered Microchipped I potty outside, but as a mill dog, I still mark inside. I’m working on it, but belly bands are a wonderful resource! I love treats! Walking on a leash is a work in progress, but I love exploring the world Excellent car rider As a mill dog, does not do well with a crate and is not fond of an x pen with the door closed UTD on vaccinations UTD on preventatives Albert's Dog Lounge is a specialty rescue focusing primarily on senior and special needs dogs. Our process includes an approved application, reference checks, a homevisit, and then a meet and greet with the dog. Adoption fee is $300, ($550 for a pair). Learn more about Albert's Dog Lounge, our mission, and adoption policies by visiting Albertsdoglounge.org. Begin your application process by copying this link into your web browser: https://www.albertsdoglounge.org/apply WI Dept. Of Agriculture License Number: 474085-DS NOTE ABOUT AGING A DOG: Aging a dog, based on looking at them, is unreliable and usually inaccurate. We get to know each dog as an individual and will do our best to describe each of our dogs based on personality and their needs. Puppy - Under 6 months Young Adult - 6 months to 2 years Adult - 2 years to 8 years Senior - 8 years to 12 years Golden Oldie - 12+ years

Hi, nice to meet you, I’m Shakey. The name’s “Shakey” because I’m a pretty nervous and skiddish because I was just rescued from a bad place… a puppy mill and because my foster loves pizza, anyone remember Shakey’s Pizza?! The right home for me will be one who wants to help a dog like me! I require patience because I am just starting to learn how to do “normal” dog things… up until now, every minute of my life was spent caged up… I’d never been taken outside, given treats, or even had a name before! It would be very helpful if my new home has another dog that I can learn from. I love to be held, and cuddled, and when I feel comfortable I love to give very sweet kisses! You can apply for me at: https://www.fetchfosterandrescue.com/adopt Name: Shakey D.O.B: 12/7/2019 Breed: Maltipoo Sex: Male Weight: 12lbs Altered: Yes Adoption: $400 Good with Cats: Unknown Good with Dogs: Yes Good with Kids: Yes Special Requirements: Another dog in the home. **This dog was rescued from a breeding situation. Every dog is different, but here is some information on what bringing a breeder dog into your home can be like and some supports they may need to transition into their new life! While it can be challenging at first, it is incredibly rewarding to see these dogs grow and come out of their shells. Please give them a chance if you are able! https://bestfriends.org/pet-care-resources/what-expect-when-rescuing-puppy-mill-dog?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR2OOdKnlalSrbE63ufieKu-mkiW-H6nIrxFYp9fRHlfeaCgVhe8alSF2x4_aem_Ctn4h8yRg6u2ie-_oA2ALA ##2257893##