Alpine

Available

15 years old|Maltese|Male|Small|El Cajon, CA

♿️ Disability🐾 Friendly☺️ Gentle🚽 House Trained😌 Calm

Alpine

Available

15 years old|Maltese|Male|Small|El Cajon, CA

♿️ Disability🐾 Friendly☺️ Gentle🚽 House Trained😌 Calm

Alpine is a small senior male Maltese living in El Cajon, CA. At 15 years old, he's neutered and house trained, and although he is both deaf and blind, he remains gentle and easy to care for. Alpine's coat has grown soft with quality care, and while he requires regular eye drops for dry eye, he's cooperative about his needs. He enjoys a peaceful pace and welcomes calm environments.

About Alpine

Alpine is hoping for a forever foster or adopter to call his own. Weighing in at just 10 lbs, Alpine is hard to resist—small, sweet, and with a resilient spirit that's easy to love. After a rough start and neglect, he now sports a soft, healthy coat and a new spark of happiness. Even though Alpine is deaf and blind and needs eye drops for dry eye, he handles his daily simple care without complaint. He prefers lounging and naps, never straying far from his person, and offers affection and calm. Alpine gets along well with other dogs, big and small, and enjoys quiet companionship. He's ready for a home that appreciates the gentleness of a senior and can offer him security, patience, and love. Alpine is in El Cajon, CA and his birthday makes him a Taurus, known for steadfast loyalty. What are you waiting for? Apply today!

Questions about Alpine

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
Maltese like Alpine tend to thrive in calm, indoor environments where they can be close to their family. They do very well in apartments or homes as long as they get affection and companionship.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
Alpine, being a Maltese, doesn't require much outdoor space. A small yard or simple walks around the block are enough, especially at his senior age.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
Maltese are typically gentle, but Alpine's age and special needs mean he'd be best in a quieter home, possibly with older children who understand how to respect his boundaries.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
Maltese can work for first-time owners, but since Alpine is deaf and blind, someone with a little experience or willing to learn about senior and special needs care would be a better fit.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
Alpine gets along well with other dogs, both large and small, which is often true for the Maltese breed.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
Maltese are usually adaptable with cats, especially those with Alpine’s calm and gentle nature.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
Maltese do not have a strong prey drive, so with proper introductions, Alpine can live alongside smaller animals like rabbits or guinea pigs.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
The Maltese is generally friendly or reserved with new people, and Alpine will likely respond gently to strangers as long as he's approached calmly given his blindness and deafness.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
Alpine, like many Maltese, prefers not to be left alone for long stretches. At his age and condition, he needs a home where someone is present most of the day.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
Maltese respond well to gentle, consistent routines. Alpine is already house trained, but because he's deaf and blind, a predictable routine suits him.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
The Maltese is a small breed, and Alpine fits right in at about 10 lbs.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
Maltese often live to be 12 to 15+ years old. Alpine is already 15 and still enjoying the comforts of a loving home.
How much does this breed typically shed?
Maltese like Alpine are known to shed very little, making them a good option for those looking for a low-shedding companion.