Jericho - Maltese Dog for Adoption in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Age: 3 years old
Weight: 6 lbs
Dog friendly: Yes, requires companion dog in the home
Cat friendly: Yes
Kid friendly: Yes
Potty pad trained: Yes
Crate trained: Tolerates the crate but does not love it. We're working on it :)
REQUIRED: Companion dog within the home & a physical fence
Adoption fee: $795

Hi, I'm Jericho, a sensitive Maltese gentleman seeking companions (thoughtfully-introduced dogs, cats, and humans of all ages) for playtime, snuggles, and walks in a sling.

I was quite the stud in my former breeder home, but I never learned to trust others or be myself. My current lady is helping me find my inner puppy. Who knew squeaky toys, zoomies, and doggy stairs were this much fun?

She thinks my love of food-turns out cucumbers, melon, and apples are almost as delicious as doggy treats!-might make forever-home training easy once I learn to relax a bit more. For now, I prefer using indoor potty pads and staying safely tucked inside a sling when outdoors. I'd love a friendly, confident dog sibling to teach me skills, which would be easiest in a fenced yard. It will keep me safe too!

Some might call me needy because I prefer to be on or near my companion at all times, but I do great unkenneled for up to six hours alone. I do get barky when anyone enters the house, though I hush and run to my safe spot within seconds.
Ready for a date? I'll bring my expressive ears, soft, hypoallergenic fur, and sweet disposition. You bring patient willingness and All The Treats. I really love treats! Give me treats.

Love, Jericho

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.