02/11/2026
🩷 BETSY IS LOOKING FOR HER FOREVER HOME. SHE IS IN FOSTER CARE IN SYDNEY AND WILL BE REHOMED SYDNEY - NEWCASTLE - CANBERRA 🩷
🩷 Betsy is a gorgeous 6-year-old Maltese with a beautiful, gentle nature and an enormous amount of love to give. She's an affectionate little girl who forms strong bonds with her people very quickly. Once Betsy gets to know you, she'll happily become your devoted little companion, following you around the house and enjoying being part of your everyday life.
🩷 Betsy experiences some anxiety, which are managed well with medication. She thrives in a calm, predictable environment where she feels safe and secure. She takes great comfort in human companionship and responds beautifully to kindness, patience and reassurance. Her new family will need to understand her anxiety and be committed to continuing her care.
🩷 Betsy absolutely loves being close to her people. One of her favourite places is curled up beside you on the lounge, enjoying your company. She's affectionate without needing constant attention and is perfectly happy simply being near someone she loves. At night, Betsy sleeps comfortably in her own bed while with her foster family, although we suspect she'd be equally delighted to share a bed with her forever human!
🩷 Don't let her love of the lounge fool you, though! Betsy also enjoys getting out and about. She gets incredibly excited when she sees her lead and loves a daily walk or two. During her time in foster care, she's enjoyed breakfast outings at cafés and even trips to Bunnings. She's a wonderful little companion to take along on everyday adventures.
🩷 Betsy is housetrained and confidently uses a doggie door. She will occasionally use a training pad overnight, so leaving one available is recommended. She's also quite the little watchdog and will happily announce when visitors arrive!
🩷 Because Betsy becomes anxious when separated from her people, she isn't suited to being left home alone for long periods. When upset, she can pace and become unsettled. Her ideal home would be with someone who works from home, is retired or is home more often than not. Having a familiar person nearby makes a real difference to Betsy's sense of security.
🩷 Betsy is looking for a peaceful, relaxed household. We've noticed her anxiety increases when there's lots of noise, excitement or high-energy activity, particularly around young children. For this reason, a busy family home with young children wouldn't be suitable. She would be happiest in a quieter adult household where she can enjoy a consistent routine and feel safe.
🩷 When meeting other dogs, Betsy is happy to say hello but doesn't show a great deal of interest in playing or interacting further. She appears much more interested in human companionship. She hasn't been tested with cats, so we're unable to comment on her suitability for a home with feline friends.
🩷 What makes Betsy so special is her incredibly loving nature. She's a sensitive little soul who has so much affection to give. She doesn't need an action-packed lifestyle or constant entertainment. Her perfect day would involve a lovely morning walk, perhaps a café outing, some time relaxing beside her favourite person and a comfortable bed to curl up in at night.
🩷 Betsy is looking for someone who will love her just as she is. Someone who understands that anxiety doesn't define a dog, and that beneath her occasional worries is a beautiful, affectionate companion who simply wants to feel safe, loved and included.
For the right person, Betsy will make a truly wonderful little companion. She has so much love to give and deserves a forever home where she can finally relax and enjoy life. 🩷
If you think you can offer Betsy the loving home she deserves, please complete an adoption application:
www.deniseatpaws.com.au/contact-us
Please ensure your home and lifestyle are suited to Betsy's needs before applying.
Rehoming number: R251 000 066
