Pacific Pug Rescue is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in the Portland, Oregon area. We rely solely on donations from the community to fulfill our mission to help every pug in need regardless of age, medical condition, or circumstance.
Pacific Pug Rescue is a fully volunteer-run pug rescue with a deep love of pugs and dedication to rescue since 2006. Our mission is to help any pug, pug mix, and the occasional non-pug, in need.
Our rescue efforts are focused mainly in Oregon, Washington, and Idaho. We’re passionate about caring for each dog we take in; meeting both their short-term needs and setting them up for a happy, healthy future.
We rely on our community’s kindness and generosity to continue helping pugs. As a fully volunteer-run organization without paid staff or a shelter, every dollar donated or sponsored directly funds veterinary care, food, transportation, and essential supplies.
Whether a one-time gift, recurring donation, a purchase from our Amazon or Chewy Wishlists, or sponsorship of a specific dog, your contributions enable us to provide love, medical attention, and second chances. We’re deeply grateful for our community’s support, which allows us to say “yes” to the dogs who need us most. Learn about the many ways to donate to Pacific Pug Rescue!
Learn more about our foster-based rescue and how our foster families provide vital support to our dogs. Foster homes give our dogs the chance to decompress and get personalized care and attention allowing us to get to know each dog’s unique personality, needs, and preferences. This sets each dog up for long-term success finding a forever home by providing accurate information with potential adopters.
We’re always looking for foster parents who are willing to open up their homes to a dog in need!
Before becoming available for adoption, each dog receives a thorough veterinary evaluation to ensure they're are ready for their next chapter. This includes spaying or neutering, up-to-date vaccinations, parasite screenings, and full bloodwork. Once cleared by our veterinary team, they’re ready to find their forever homes! We regularly update our website and social media pages with available dogs, so be sure to check often to learn more about each dog and find the link to submit an adoption application.
We take the time to get to know both our dogs and applicants through a thoughtful adoption process comprised of applications, conversations, and meet-and-greets. We understand each dog’s personality, needs, and unique traits and aim to make a perfect match with the lifestyle and expectations of potential adopters. This careful approach helps ensure that each adoption is a good fit for all parties involved, establishing a foundation for a happy and lasting relationship.
Our online and in-person events are some of our favorite ways to connect with the people who make our mission possible and gives us a chance to celebrate our shared love for pugs, thank our supporters and provide community outreach about what makes pugs and rescue so, so, special. Check out our full event schedule on our events page!
Join Pacific Pug Rescue at Loowit Brewing (Ole's Outpost location) in Vancouver, Washington on Sunday July 20th from 1-4pm for Pints for Pugs! $1 for every pint purchased at Loowit Brewing will be donated to the rescue! What could be better?!
Enjoy a beer, check out some of our merch, and meet some of our rescue dogs and volunteers.
Have you visited the new Wayfinder Beer in Troutdale????? It is an amazing space and we are thrilled to be invited!
There is a food cart pod, pizza, ice cream...and of course, lots of Beer! Dog are welcome inside or outside so you can join us even if it is a hot day!
$1 for every pint sold is donated to the rescue. We promise this place is worth the drive. We hope to see you there!
Pacific Pug Rescue welcomes business or organization sponsorships in many forms including monetary or matching donations, brand partnerships, or service/merchandise donations. Have a love of rescue dogs and interested in supporting our mission? Contact us to learn more about sponsorship opportunities!
Sponsorship Partners
Snail Mail:
Pacific Pug Rescue
2850 SW Cedar Hills Blvd.
Walker Center #221
Beaverton, OR 97005
Voicemail or Text: (503) 704-3587
Adoption Information:
adoptions@pacificpugrescue.org
General Questions:
pugs@pacificpugrescue.org
You can make a meaningful impact by donating food and supplies from our Amazon Wishlist!