Adopt a Maltese in Rhode Island

Maltese are gentle, playful, and devoted toy dogs with silky white coats. They appear in rescue often from puppy mills or grooming-related surrenders. A rescued Maltese thrives in attentive, lap-dog-friendly homes.

Rhode Island's rescue dog community is small and runs heavily on transport from Southern states. Organizations in Providence and across the state partner with high-volume shelters elsewhere. A rescued Rhode Island dog has typically traveled north through one of these networks.