10+ years
Nala
Meet Nala! Quiet Senior Soul Looking for a Patient Heart Nala was abandoned by the only family she had ever known after 10 years, she struggled to adj…
South Jersey Rescue • Gibbstown, NJ
Senior Maltese dogs in New Jersey
Senior Maltese dogs for adoption in New Jersey
Meet 3 adoptable senior Maltese dogs (age 7+) in New Jersey. Each one is from a shelter or rescue and ready for a calm, loving home.
Older Malteses in New Jersey 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 New Jersey means welcoming a calm, grateful companion who can settle in from day one.
10+ years
Bailey & Charlie
Meet Bailey and Charlie! They are both Maltese/Yorkie mixes; Bailey (the lighter colored one) is a female around age 16, and Charlie (the darker color…
Husky House • Matawan, NJ
10+ years
Benny - Loving Senior
Benny is a handsome Maltese-Poodle mix who is looking for a new home! Benny was adopted to a loving couple a few years ago, but sadly, his owners can …
Wag On Inn Rescue • Oakhurst, NJ
Senior Maltese dogs in other states
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Adopting a senior Maltese in New Jersey — 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 New Jersey?
Open any dog's profile to see the shelter or rescue caring for them in New Jersey, 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 New Jersey?
Availability changes often as dogs are adopted and new ones are listed. If you don't see a senior Maltese in New Jersey right now, check back soon or browse nearby states — new dogs are added regularly.
Know a senior Maltese in New Jersey who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.