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Photo by Sunshine & Dogs ☀️ 🐶 on August 17, 2026. May be an image of Maltese.
Photo by Sunshine & Dogs ☀️ 🐶 on August 17, 2026. May be an image of Norwich terrier and Maltese.
Photo by Sunshine & Dogs ☀️ 🐶 on August 17, 2026. May be an image of Maltese.
Photo by Sunshine & Dogs ☀️ 🐶 on August 17, 2026. May be an image of Maltese and grass.
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Posted On: August 18th 2026, 12:05 am
Our latest foster dog Mitch is an 8-year-old Maltese mix, weighing about 12 lbs.

We don’t know a lot about Mitch’s past, but we understand that he was once very loved. When his owner was no longer able to care for him, Mitch was moved from place to place. After so much change, we are hoping to find him the soft landing he deserves and a family he can finally call his own.

Mitch is an incredibly sweet little guy, although he is shy when he first meets you. He needs someone who will give him a little time and let him come around at his own pace. With some patience and a gentle approach, he warms up quickly, and once he does, you have the most devoted little companion. He loves to follow his people around, looking up at you with his sweet teddy-bear little face.

Mitch is happiest exploring the outdoors in the sun, being curled up beside you on the couch or snuggled on your lap. And if you really want to make Mitch happy, give him a ball! He absolutely loves chasing them. He doesn’t always remember that he is supposed to bring it back, but he certainly enjoys the game! He also likes to walk around the house with his treasured ball (any ball will do!).

Mitch is good with other dogs, and he would likely be fine with a cat who is used to being around dogs. He is housetrained, and walks well on a leash. He loves people once he gets to know them and could live in a home with older respectful children who won’t rush the introduction.

Because of his history, we are looking for someone who has the time to dedicate to Mitch and won’t leave him alone for long periods. His new family should understand that he may need some extra reassurance as he settles in and gets used to having a place he knows is his.

More than anything, we want this to be Mitch’s last move. He has had enough uncertainty in his life. Now he deserves a comfortable couch, someone to throw his ball for him (even if he doesn’t bring it back), and a family who will make sure he knows he is loved. Apply through @justpawsanimalrescue

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Comments (28)
petgrid.vet 9 days ago

petgrid.vet

Mitch deserves that soft landing. Older small dogs make the calmest couch buddies.

an_absolute_lady 19 days ago

an_absolute_lady

Gorgeous face 😍

danka.beagle 2 months ago
_misterfrodo 3 months ago

_misterfrodo

Hi Mitch! 👋 You seem to be in great company. 🙂

mkgaughran14 3 months ago

mkgaughran14

Good luck finding your furever Mitch!! ❤️❤️

cinderelly212 3 months ago

cinderelly212

❤️❤️❤️

sweet_rafa_rivera 3 months ago

sweet_rafa_rivera

We hope you find the loving forever home that you deserve🥰

dshawn59 3 months ago

dshawn59

OMG! So adorable 💙🐾

phoebelilfox 3 months ago

phoebelilfox

He's soooooooo cute😍❤️🐾

ourgoldensweetdarlings 3 months ago

ourgoldensweetdarlings

He is a little cutie 😍

roxy.mia_opp 3 months ago

roxy.mia_opp

He’s absolutely adorable ❤️Hope he finds a loving forever home as he so deserves!

sydneythesupportdoodle 3 months ago

sydneythesupportdoodle

Look at that sweet face!!!😍

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