Luca

MALE | BORN APPROX JANUARY 2016 | MALTESE

LOCATED IN AUCKLAND

Hi, I’m Luca. I’m the sweetest little 8-year-old male maltese, living with my foster family in Auckland.  

My foster mum says I have the biggest heart. She’s sure I’d snuggle all day with her, on the sofa, if I could! 

She says I’m like a cross between a cat and a dog. I’m low maintenance, like a kitty, but I need a little more love and affection than your typical feline. 

It’s true. I’m just a lovable lad that enjoys following you round, being a part of things.  

And I’m always holding out hope for a nice scratch behind the ears… that’s my favourite! 

Even though I adore affection, and being near you, I’m not demanding about it. 

And, you know what? I don’t even care for toys.  

It’s true. A warm lap and a big heart is all you need to make ME happy. 

I settle well and sleep soundly in my crate each night. 

First thing in the morning though, I’m bursting with happiness to start the day. So much so, I spin in circles! 

Then, we head out for our little morning walk together.  

I usually only make it a few houses down the street before I slow down and start to lose interest.   

See? I’m easy care - happy enough moseying round the garden and cuddling at home.  

My foster mum thinks I’d pretty much fit in anywhere! 

I would be fine living in a tiny yard or an apartment – and a busy place, with lots of comings and goings, would be fine for me. 

I do prefer human company for at least part of the day, so my foster mum brings me to work – and I’m a very good boy there. 

She thinks, in my new home, I could easily live as a solo dog or share with others too.  

My foster mum says I’m “pretty cruisy” with other canines.  

I always make friends when out and about – even with the big dogs. 

I currently live with a spoodle. He’s a gentle guy and we get along well. 

Guess what? When I first came to live with my foster mum, I was quite underweight, so she’d put me in jackets.  

Turns out, I LOVE wearing these! 

I also love having baths – those are the ultimate.  

I have a little arthritis in my back, so being in the water’s so good for me. 

Oh, and how could I forget… I also LOVE food! I’m not a picky eater either. 

My foster mum says I haven’t spent much time round children but, meeting the neighbour’s kids, I was fine.  

And I haven’t yet been tested round cats.  

So, if you have plenty of love in your heart, and a warm lap for me to snuggle up on, I could possibly be the special man for you!