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How much does a Maltese cost to adopt?
Typical Canadian rescue range. The fee usually covers spay/neuter, core vaccinations, microchip, deworming, and a veterinary health check before placement. The exact amount varies by rescue and by the dog's age and medical history — the live number is on each rescue profile below.
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Larry
4 years • Terrier/Maltese
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Jessie
2-3 years • Maltese Terrier Mix
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About the Maltese
The Maltese is a small dog breed originating in Malta / Mediterranean. Adult dogs typically weigh 4 to 8 pounds and live 12 to 15 years. The breed is described as affectionate, people-bonded, low-shedding, gentle.
Households wanting a small, affectionate lap dog and willing to commit to daily brushing of the long white coat. Families with very young kids (the breed is fragile at 4–8 pounds) or owners who won't keep up with coat care.
Adult Malteses need about 30 minutes of daily exercise; adolescent dogs typically need 40 minutes. The coat is long-coated with low shedding, and weekly brushing keeps the coat manageable.
LocalPetFinder aggregates adoptable Malteses from rescues across Canada into one searchable place. Use the city links above to narrow to your area, or browse the full list below.
Common health concerns for Malteses
- Luxating patellasKneecap dislocation; common in toy breeds, often manageable without surgery. Source: VCA →
- Dental diseaseSmall mouths overcrowded with teeth; daily brushing is genuinely needed. Source: VCA →
- Portosystemic liver shuntA congenital condition occasionally seen in the breed; testable with bloodwork. Source: VCA →
Editorial summary for adopters, not medical advice. Consult your veterinarian for individual health guidance.
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Looking for maltese adoption in a specific city? Each city link above has a city-scoped page with local rescue context, off-leash parks, and city-specific FAQ. Or browse the Calgary Maltese adoption guide for the most detailed local content we have.
Gear for your Maltese
The essentials we'd set up for a new Maltese, starting with the lightweight small-dog harness.
Lightweight Small-Dog Harness
A soft step-in harness for tiny dogs, so the leash never pulls on a delicate throat.
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Orthopedic Dog Bed
A supportive memory-foam bed for tired joints — and it fits right inside the crate.
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Decompression Crate
A safe den for the first three days — sized to feel secure, not empty.
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