Maltese and Shih Tzu Dogs Available for Adoption

Maggie is a 4-year-old, 14-pound small Maltese/Shih Tzu mixed-breed with a gentle soul and a big heart for her people. She's happiest by your side and will gladly follow you from room to room-your very own little shadow.

While Maggie gets along well with the resident dog in her foster home, she truly prefers human companionship and loves being close to her person. She absolutely adores kids and has been a sweet, loving presence with the children in her foster home.

Maggie is a calm, low-energy girl who would thrive in a relaxed home environment. She's great on walks, rides nicely in the car, and is wee-wee pad trained, making her an easy addition to daily life. She's also attentive to her surroundings and will let you know when someone is approaching the home, making her a thoughtful little watchdog.

Maggie is also a recent mama who lovingly raised her puppies just a couple of months ago, and now it's her turn to be cared for and cherished.

If you're looking for a loyal, gentle companion who will stick by your side-and fit right in with the whole family-Maggie might just be your perfect match. Maggie is being fostered in South Orange, NJ and her adoption fee is $550.

"To adopt this animal, please visit https://www.louieslegacy.org/adopt

All of our animals come spayed or neutered, up to date on age appropriate vaccinations, are microchipped, heartworm negative, current on flea/tick and heartworm prevention, dewormed, and treated for any ailments found upon veterinary examination. The adoption fee covers a portion of these services, and makes it possible for us to continue rescuing animals.

For more information on the adoption fees and the adoption process, please complete our adoption application here: https://www.louieslegacy.org/adopt - an application allows us to get to know your family better so we can assess whether the animal you are interested in is a good match for your home. An application does not obligate you to adopt. Please understand that due to the volume of applications some animals receive, we are unable to contact all applicants. If your application is considered a good fit for the animal you are interested in, or even a different pet, a volunteer will give you a call as soon as possible.

We are a foster based rescue and do not have a shelter location where animals can be seen during the week. Please see our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LouiesLegacy for our weekly adoption album if you are interested in meeting an animal in person. Not all animals attend every adoption event, please check our Facebook page for animal event times and locations before you make a trip to meet a specific animal."

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 Shih Tzu is a small, affectionate dog breed known for its distinctive appearance, with a luxurious double coat, a short muzzle, and large round eyes. Originally bred as companion dogs for Chinese royalty, Shih Tzus are friendly, outgoing, and loving pets. They are known for their playful and charming personality, making them great family pets and suitable for apartment living. With their low shedding coat and adorable face, Shih Tzus are popular among dog lovers worldwide.

VISION To help rescue more animals, more quickly, by working in a positive, professional and collaborative way with our community....