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.

Last updated July 12, 2026 at 9:30 AM EDT. Listings refresh automatically, usually every 12 hours.

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Nala, adoptable senior Maltese in Gibbstown, NJ

Nala

Maltese • ♀ Female • 10 years

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

10+ years
Bailey & Charlie, adoptable senior Maltese in Matawan, NJ

Bailey & Charlie

Maltese • ♀ Female • 16 years

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

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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.

Can I adopt a senior Maltese from New Jersey if I live elsewhere?

Often, yes. Many rescues and shelters in New Jersey 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 New Jersey who needs a home?

Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.