Waikiki
Pug, Maltese
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A little about them
Meet Waikiki, one of the adorable Beach Pups! Rescued from the West LA shelter at the end of July after arriving as a stray with his siblings, Waikiki has been growing and playing in a loving foster home in Palmdale. He’ll be coming to the Van Nuys facility this week to join the puppy fun, attend events, meet new people, and continue socializing.
Waikiki is a busy, playful puppy who loves running, wrestling, and playing tug with his siblings. He’s curious, active, affectionate, and enjoys climbing into laps for kisses.
Ideal Home
Waikiki would love a family ready to enjoy the energy and responsibility of raising a young puppy. He is reported to do well with dogs and children under eight.
Ongoing Health
- Finishing up his puppy vaccines
Training & Support
Waikiki will need continued potty training, leash training, boundary-setting, and socialization.
Application Details
- Applications start by contacting the provider through Wags.
Meet Waikiki, one of the adorable Beach Pups! Rescued from the West LA shelter at the end of July after arriving as a stray with his siblings, Waikiki has been growing and playing in a loving foster home in Palmdale. He’ll be coming to the Van Nuys facility this week to join the puppy fun, attend events, meet new people, and continue socializing.
Waikiki is a busy, playful puppy who loves running, wrestling, and playing tug with his siblings. He’s curious, active, affectionate, and enjoys climbing into laps for kisses.
Ideal Home
Waikiki would love a family ready to enjoy the energy and responsibility of raising a young puppy. He is reported to do well with dogs and children under eight.
Ongoing Health
- Finishing up his puppy vaccines
Training & Support
Waikiki will need continued potty training, leash training, boundary-setting, and socialization.
Application Details
- Applications start by contacting the provider through Wags.
Health & wellness
From the listingReported by Pups Without Borders.
Know the breed
Waikiki doesn’t list a fee. Ask when you reach out.
Common questions
Grown, expect around 1–25 lb.
Typical Pug, Maltese guidance: Short · 30 min/day, Light activity.
From the breed profile
The listing marks Waikiki as good with kids, dogs. Anything not on that list is unknown, not a no. Ask Kits what the listing does and doesn't say.
From Pups Without Borders's listing
Pups Without Borders is in Van Nuys, CA. Reach out to arrange a time.
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Pups Without Borders
Van Nuys, CA