American Maltese Association

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Adopting a Maltese

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Maltese Rescue

Who We Are

The American Maltese Association is the National AKC recognized parent breed club for Maltese. The AMA began a National Rescue Program for Maltese in 1995. Volunteers that support our breed rescue program consist of both members and non-members who share a love for the breed and a commitment to ensure unwanted, homeless Maltese are placed in warm, loving homes. In addition to adoption and foster services, we can provide assistance and recommendations to Maltese owners. In many cases we can assist with behavioral problems that might have otherwise turned into a future homeless situation.

The AMA National Rescue Program provides adoption services for Maltese being surrendered by their owners, either privately or through shelters. We also provide temporary foster homes, when necessary, to care for abused, sickly, and homeless Maltese until such time when they can be placed in permanent homes. Maltese that require temporary foster care are kept and loved in pre-approved private homes with knowledgeable, caring individuals.

There is no way to predict where and when Maltese may become available for adoption. The less specific the request , the quicker and more likely we are to have the perfect pet for you. Please keep an open mind and check our pet list on a regular basis as our list of Maltese available for adoption changes constantly.
Please note: we do not get puppies in AMA Rescue.

Adopting a Friend

All potential homes are screened to determine the appropriateness for a Maltese to ultimately select the absolute best pet home for these beautiful little dogs. Whenever possible, home visits are made. An adoption fee of $250.00 (with some exceptions) is requested at the time of adoption.

For additional information, contact one of the Committee Members.

Volunteering and Donations

We are always in need of special people who can provide foster care for Maltese. This is such a worthy cause. If you are interested in supporting our rescue program in some form, please contact one of our coordinators.

We would gladly accept any donation to our rescue fund as sadly the demand for Maltese rescue grows. All donations to our rescue fund pay for veterinary bills and other related expenses in support of rescue. Your donation can be made payable to the American Maltese Association Rescue Fund and mailed to:

American Maltese Association - Rescue Fund
LaDonna Mosley, National Coordinator