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Alfie

Maltese · Male · Senior · 10 years

Meet Alfie Alfie is a 10-year-old Cotonese looking for a loving home to call his own. Alfie loves heading out for his walks, taking plenty of time to stop and investigate all the interesting sights and smells along the way. When the mood strikes Alfie enjoys playing with toys, especially his favourite mini tennis balls. He adores being the centre of attention and will happily climb onto your lap for cuddles and affection. He loves being around people and finds being left alone difficult. He is currently undergoing training to help build his confidence when alone and will need a patient family who can be home for much of the day while he settles in and continues this training. He can be a little worried around some dogs, this is easily managed by giving him the space he needs to feel comfortable and safe. Alfie is looking for a home where he will be the only pet. He may be able to live with sensible children aged 8 years and over, subject to successful introductions. Adopters will need to have a discussion with our veterinary team before adoption, as Alfie has some ongoing medical issues. To register your interest in adopting Alfie, please complete an application form. If you are already registered with us and are interested in adoption, please contact us. As we receive many applications, we will only contact you if we think you are a good match. If you are renting your property, we will need to see proof of landlord permission.

Size
Age
Senior · 10 years
Location
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Shelter
JSPCA — Jersey SPCA
Cared for by JSPCA — Jersey SPCA · United KingdomLearn about Maltese

Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Alfie home

What you'll need for Alfie in week one.

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  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Trixie Transport Box

    Sturdy plastic carrier — what most shelters require for pickup.

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    €35–45
  2. 02
    Editor's pick

    Folding Wire Crate

    First-week safe space. Shelter dogs settle faster with a crate.

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    €50–80
  3. 03
    Legal · EU

    Car Seatbelt Tether

    Legally required in most EU countries for transporting dogs.

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    €8–12
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    Adaptil Calming Spray

    Dog-specific pheromone diffuser. Worth it for the trip home.

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    €18–25
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    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

    Worth the upgrade — rescues often have joint issues from kennels.

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    €30–60
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    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

    Escape-proof for spooky rescues. Safer than a collar in week one.

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    €20–35

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About Alfie

What life with Alfie looks like

Alfie is a senior maltese dog waiting at JSPCA — Jersey SPCA in United Kingdom.

Senior dogs settle in faster than younger ones. They want a soft bed, predictable meals, and short, sniff-heavy walks rather than runs. Many senior rescues bond deeply within weeks because they understand exactly how good a stable home is. Expect occasional vet visits for joint or dental care.

🇬🇧Adopting from United Kingdom

UK shelters work under the Pet Travel Scheme (post-Brexit, the EU pet passport is not valid; a UK Animal Health Certificate is required for travel into the EU). Most UK rescues focus on domestic placements but some work with EU partners.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Alfie, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Alfie?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. JSPCA — Jersey SPCA handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Alfie on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Alfie if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — JSPCA — Jersey SPCA will tell you what they need (EU pet passport, rabies titer, transport coordination) and whether they handle transport themselves or refer you to a partner. UK adopters: post-Brexit travel into the EU requires an Animal Health Certificate. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Alfie already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?
Most dogs on TailHarbor leave their shelter with sterilization, current vaccinations, microchip ID, and an EU pet passport included in the adoption fee. The vet status on this page reflects what the shelter has reported — ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Alfie isn't the right fit?
Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work — that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with JSPCA — Jersey SPCA early rather than rehoming privately; they know Alfie and can place them more successfully than a second-hand listing can.
Why does the description sometimes read awkwardly?
TailHarbor translates shelter descriptions into English from the source language (EN). Translation is imperfect — names of streets, donors, and shelter-specific terms occasionally slip through unidiomatically. For the cleanest read, click the source link to see the shelter's original page.
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