Senior confirmed
CHEF LOUIS
CHEF LOUIS is a senior male Maltese, medium size, located in Las Vegas, NV at The Animal Foundation - Las Vegas. Senior dogs make wonderful companions…
The Animal Foundation - Las Vegas • Las Vegas, NV
Senior Maltese dogs
Senior Maltese dogs for adoption
Meet 90 adoptable senior Maltese dogs (age 7+) from shelters and rescues across the country. Older dogs are often calm, house-trained, and ready to love from day one. Showing 31–60 of 90 below.
Senior Malteses are often overlooked in favor of puppies, yet they're frequently house-trained, settled in temperament, and ready to bond immediately. Because they're fully grown, you already know roughly how big they are and what they're like — making an older Maltese one of the most predictable and rewarding dogs you can welcome home.
Last updated July 12, 2026 at 9:30 AM EDT. Listings refresh automatically, usually every 12 hours.
Available senior Maltese dogs
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Celine Moore
Adoption Donation $ 399 Located: RI (Transportation costs included to the Northeast , plz ask for more details ) Age: approx 9 years old Weight: 5-7 l…
Friends of Homeless Animals, Inc. • Saunderstown, RI
10+ years
LILLO
LILLO is a senior female Maltese, medium size, located in Agoura, CA at Los Angeles County Animal Control - Agoura. Senior dogs make wonderful compani…
Los Angeles County Animal Control - Agoura • Agoura, CA
Senior confirmed
Kamryn
HI Everyone! My name is Kamryn. I am 8 years old and weigh just under 9 pounds. No one knows what breed I am, but I must have some Maltese in me. I be…
Angels Among Us Pet Rescue • Alpharetta, GA
Senior confirmed
Chapa
At 10 years young, Chapa has officially retired from all unnecessary nonsense and is fully committed to living her best soft, snuggly life. This adora…
Adopt A Dog Rescue • Phoenix, AZ
Senior confirmed
NINA
Meet Nina! This gorgeous Maltese 7 years old is the perfect companion. Sadly, her family gave her up because they can no longer take care of her. She …
UFAR Animals Rescue • Margate, FL
Senior confirmed
OSO
OSO is a senior male Maltese, small in size, currently at West Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center in Los Angeles, CA. Senior dogs make wonderf…
West Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center • Los Angeles, CA
10+ years
ANDREW
ANDREW is a senior male Maltese, medium size, located in Los Angeles, CA at the South Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center. Senior dogs make won…
South Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center • Los Angeles, CA
Senior confirmed
Laverne and Shirley
Happy, loyal and active Bonded pair of Maltipoos looking for a Maltipoo experienced family. Please contact us to submit an application directly at Kzy…
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
10+ years
Senior confirmed
Oliver
Meet little Oliver, the pint‑sized superstar! This adorable 7‑year‑old Maltese mix may weigh only 9 pounds, but his heart, personality, and spunk are …
No Dog Left Behind • Brooklyn Center, MN
10+ years
Harry (& Sally) BONDED
Meet Harry & Sally – A Sweet Bonded Pair Looking for Their Forever Home Harry and Sally are a heart-melting father–daughter duo ready to spend their g…
Fancy Cats Rescue Team • Herndon, VA
10+ years
Kevin
Meet Kevin! A 3 year old Maltese mix weighing about 10 pounds. He has the face only a mother would love with his intense underbite. This little dude h…
Mutts in Need • Newport Beach, CA
10+ years
Abbey
Meet Abbey! If you're looking for a calm and loving companion, Abbey is your girl! She's happiest when she can snooze by your side, keeping you compan…
Grey Face Rescue & Retirement • St. Cloud, MN
10+ years
Bailey & Charlie
Meet Bailey and Charlie! They are both Maltese/Yorkie mixes; Bailey (the lighter colored one) is a female around age 16, and Charlie (the darker color…
Husky House • Matawan, NJ
Senior confirmed
Sugar from Korea
Hi, my name is Sugar and I am a wonderful 7 year-old female Maltese, weighing in at approximately 8 lbs. I was rescued from an illegal breeding facili…
Ginger's pet rescue • Federal Way, WA
10+ years
Mookie
Mookie is a male senior Maltese at Pasadena Humane in Pasadena, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Pasadena Humane • Pasadena, CA
10+ years
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BUTTERS
The following information was provided by the previous owner: Butters is a friendly 8 year old Malti-Poo. She enjoys car rides, her kennel, and chew t…
Matanuska-Susitna Borough Animal Care and Regulation • Palmer, AK
10+ years
Senior confirmed
10+ years
YoYo
Meet YoYo, a 20 year old, 6 lb Maltese who came to Wish Bone after his owner passed away unexpectedly. YoYo is an adaptable senior gentleman, wanting …
Wish Bone Canine Rescue • Normal, IL
Senior confirmed
10+ years
PEARL
Hi there! I'm a sweet senior gal who's mastered the art of taking life one nap at a time. These days, I'm all about keeping things calm, cozy, and low…
Chula Vista Animal Care Facility • Chula Vista, CA
10+ years
Senior confirmed
10+ years
MOLLY
MOLLY is a senior female Maltese, small in size, currently at South Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center in Los Angeles, CA. Senior dogs make wo…
South Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center • Los Angeles, CA
10+ years
OREJITAS
OREJITAS is a senior male Maltese / Poodle (Miniature). He is a small dog at Grand Prairie Animal Services in Grand Prairie, TX. Senior dogs make wond…
Grand Prairie Animal Services • Grand Prairie, TX
Senior confirmed
SADIE
SADIE is a small female Maltese (adult/senior) at San Bernardino City Animal Control in San Bernardino, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
San Bernardino City Animal Control • San Bernardino, CA
Senior confirmed
Heff (in foster)
Heff is a 9 lb, 6-year-old Maltese who recently retired from a commercial breeding kennel. For most of his life, his only job was making puppies, so h…
Diane's Pet Rescue • Pottstown, PA
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Adopting a senior Maltese — FAQ
What counts as a senior dog?
Most shelters and vets consider a dog "senior" around age 7, though large breeds often age sooner and small breeds a little later. Every dog listed here is 7 years or older.
How do I adopt a senior Maltese?
Open a dog's profile to see the shelter or rescue caring for them, then follow the adoption link or contact details to apply directly with that organization.
Are senior Maltese dogs a good fit for first-time adopters?
Often, yes. An older Maltese is usually past the high-energy puppy stage and may already know basic commands, which can make ownership easier to ease into. Each profile and shelter can tell you about that dog's individual personality and needs.
Why adopt a senior dog instead of a puppy?
Senior dogs are calmer, usually house-trained, and let you skip the chewing and sleepless nights — and because they are the hardest to place, adopting one can quite literally save a life that might otherwise run out of time.
Are senior Maltese dogs good with children or other pets?
It depends on the individual dog more than the breed alone. Each dog's profile and the shelter or rescue caring for them can tell you about their history with kids, cats, or other dogs. Senior dogs are often calmer and more predictable than puppies, which can make reading compatibility easier before you commit.
How much does it cost to adopt a senior Maltese?
Adoption fees vary by shelter and rescue, but senior dogs are frequently discounted or even sponsored — because they wait the longest, many organizations offer reduced fees or cover initial vet care. Open a dog's profile and ask the organization directly for their current fee and what it includes.
Can I foster a senior Maltese instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues offer a foster program, sometimes with a foster-to-adopt path. Fostering a senior Maltese gets them out of a kennel and into a calm home — which is especially beneficial for older dogs who find shelter life stressful. Ask the organization on any dog's profile whether fostering is an option.
Know a senior dog who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.