Maltese Dogs Available for Adoption in Lafayette, California

Meet Frank — the tiny Falkor lookalike with a heart of gold!

Frank is the most handsome long-haired little beauty, and yes, he looks like a mini version of Falkor from The NeverEnding Story. This 15-pound mystery mix came to us as a stray from the Central Valley, where sadly no one came to claim him. We believe he may have been living near a homeless encampment, but whatever his past looked like, Frank has clearly chosen joy.

Now fully vetted and ready for adoption, Frank is about as close to perfect as they come. He loves everyone he meets — big dogs, small dogs, kids, and likely even cats with proper introductions. He is sweet, smart, affectionate, easygoing, and truly just wants to make someone happy.

Frank appears to be great in the house, doing well with training, and is one amazing little snuggle buddy. His breed is anyone’s guess — maybe Maltese, maybe terrier, maybe a little magical luck dragon — but one thing we do know: he’s special.

Because of his long, soft coat, Frank will need regular brushing and grooming. He seems to be low-to-non-shedding, so his future family should be ready to keep him looking and feeling his best.

Frank is full grown, around 15 pounds, and ready to find the family he’s been waiting for.

Adoption fee is 600

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.

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