Senior confirmed
PUFFY
Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - West Valley Animal Care Center • Phoenix, AZ
Senior Maltese dogs in Arizona
Senior Maltese dogs for adoption in Arizona
Meet 4 adoptable senior Maltese dogs (age 7+) in Arizona. Each one is from a shelter or rescue and ready for a calm, loving home.
Older Malteses in Arizona are often passed over for puppies, yet they're usually house-trained, settled in temperament, and ready to bond right away — and because they're fully grown, you already know their size and personality. Adopting a senior Maltese in Arizona means welcoming a calm, grateful companion who can settle in from day one.
Last updated August 21, 2026 at 12:17 AM EDT. Listings refresh automatically, usually every 12 hours.
Senior confirmed
JAGGER
Why I'd make a great companion: ~Woof! My name is Jagger and I weigh 10 LBS! ~I may not be the dog who runs up to greet everyone right away, but that'…
Arizona Humane Society - Campus for Compassion • Phoenix, AZ
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
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Adopting a senior Maltese in Arizona — FAQ
What counts as a senior dog?
Most shelters and vets consider a dog "senior" around age 7, though large breeds often age sooner and small breeds a little later. Every dog listed here is 7 years or older.
How do I adopt a senior Maltese in Arizona?
Open any dog's profile to see the shelter or rescue caring for them in Arizona, then use the adoption link or contact details to apply directly with that organization. Lily's Second Chance simply gathers senior Malteses in one place so they're easier to find.
Are there always senior Maltese dogs available in Arizona?
Availability changes often as dogs are adopted and new ones are listed. If you don't see a senior Maltese in Arizona right now, check back soon or browse nearby states — new dogs are added regularly.
Can I adopt a senior Maltese from Arizona if I live elsewhere?
Often, yes. Many rescues and shelters in Arizona arrange or help coordinate transport for the right adopter, while others prefer a local meet-and-greet first. Open a dog's profile and ask the organization directly how their out-of-area adoption process works.
Know a senior Maltese in Arizona who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.