Maltese and Poodle Dogs Available for Adoption

Hi I’m Pierre with the pointy ears! My brother Philippe and I are two distinguished gentlemen of 15 years, and we come as a perfectly matched set of Maltese mixes .

We are a small dapper duo, about 10 lbs each, but our presence is mighty in the ways that count: loyalty, calm companionship, and the art of a good nap. Our previous person couldn't take us with them, when they went into assisted living. Underdogs Rock! Rescue saved us quickly so that we could stay together. Now we’re looking for a peaceful, loving home where we can spend our golden years together.

I’m a little more spry than my brother, and sometimes like to play and bounce around.

Our ideal day involves an easy, leisurely stroll to sniff the interesting things, followed by the main event: finding the perfect, soft spot for cuddles and peaceful nap time.

Long hikes or frantic games of fetch though are too much for our little aging bodies, but we do like to play with toys occasionally! We have hearty appetites, love getting treats, and enjoy our daily walks.

As little seniors go, we have some expected aging health things like poor teeth, but we just went to the vet and got our bloodwork done and are in great shape for our age. Our rescue will be talking with the vet about getting a teeth cleaning and extractions if needed. We do well if we need to be crated, ride well in a car, and have good house training habits when we are taken outside as needed.

We have so much love left to give, and we're hoping to find a kind human (or two!) to share our peaceful world. High energy homes with active young children will be too much for us, but we’d be happy to join a home with other dog friends of similar energy.

Could you be the ones to give us the gentle, loving home we're dreaming of?

Underdogs are spayed/neutered, microchipped, and up to date on vaccinations and preventatives. Adoption fee for both is $390. They are being fostered in SE Portland.

You MUST have an Underdogs Rock Rescue application on file to request a meet with an Underdog. An online Underdogs Rock adoption application can only be accessed at https://underdogsrock.org/adopt-a-dog.

You must be available to meet an Underdog in their foster's location or at your home and dogs are not held for applicants or shipped outside of the Portland metro area. Home checks are also part of the process and can be conducted virtually.

For updates on all the Underdogs be sure to follow the Underdogs Rock Rescue Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/UnderdogsRockRescue

The Maltese is a small toy breed known for its glamorous white coat, which is long, silky, and virtually hypoallergenic. They are gentle, affectionate companion dogs that thrive on human companionship and make wonderful family pets. Maltese dogs are playful, intelligent, and alert, with a confident demeanor despite their small size. They require regular grooming to maintain their luxurious coat and are suitable for apartment living due to their size and adaptability.

The Poodle is a highly intelligent and elegant dog breed known for its distinctive curly coat and graceful appearance. Originally bred as water retrievers, Poodles come in three size varieties Standard, Miniature, and Toy each with their unique characteristics but sharing the breed's alert and friendly nature. Renowned for their hypoallergenic qualities and keen sense of humor, Poodles excel in various dog sports and activities, making them versatile companions suitable for different lifestyles and living situations.

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