Pugs SOS is a nationwide organisation. Pugs in every State are rescued, fostered, veterinary work addressed and rehomed by an amazing team made up of Committee members, foster carers, ‘pick up and drop off drivers’, veterinary teams, and the general public who assist us both in resources and financially.
The transition from living a life in a concrete back yard or a puppy farm shed to ‘normal life’ is down to our dedicated supporters and team members, without whom none of this would be possible.
Pugs SOS HQ
Pugs SOS HQ is located on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula at the Mornington Lodge Pet resort, however rescues come into Pugs SOS from all over Australia. They are fostered into wonderful homes for rehabilitation and veterinary work before adoption.
Each individual rescue is assessed initially by their carers and their veterinary teams, then a more in depth assessment is carried out by the Pugs SOS team members. Adoptions are based on the best fit for each pug. Some have come from a solo existence and love the company of others, whereas some are happier with just a human family. We receive a large number adoption applications, and these are matched to best suit the pugs we have in our care at that time.
Unfortunately many applications are received from people who have read up on pugs via internet websites and other social media platforms. Many of these sites promote pugs as ‘couch potatoes’, ‘suitable for apartment living’, requiring minimal exercise or grooming! As pug owners would know – nothing could be further from the truth.
Healthy pugs have huge amounts of energy requiring two walks a day, need constant company from either their owners or another dog, love to sit in in a grassy garden in the sun, moult 24 hours a day 7 days a week, need access to air conditioning for any days warmer than 25 degrees and have multiple health concerns ranging from sensitive skin and or allergies, early arthritis, back problems, Brachycephalic Airway Obstruction Syndrome (BAOS) ear and eye issues.
If you are looking to bring a pug into your life, we welcome enquiries to discuss whether this is the best dog for you. It is also a great idea to attend a local pug get together, these social groups meet regularly in parks in each State. You can speak to owners of pugs, who will be more than happy to discuss the pros and cons of owning this very special breed.
For further information, you can also read The Pros and Cons of Owning a Pug in Australia – which gives a great overview of the challenges (and joys) this breed can offer.
Past and Present Adoptees
Fiz and Olive at play
Donna
Beatrix
Raevon Pugs
