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About Pacific Pug Rescue

Pacific Pug Rescue is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization started in 2006. More than 100 volunteers dedicate themselves to running the organization, including a passionate board of directors, some of whom have been volunteering for us since the beginning. We rescue, rehabilitate, and place unwanted, abandoned, neglected, or abused pugs and pug mixes regardless of their age or medical condition in carefully screened, permanent adoptive homes. Our rescue efforts mainly extend across Oregon, Washington and Idaho, with a few farther states and international rescues thrown in! We are committed to caring for dogs and provide for their short and long-term needs. Prior to adoption, our dogs are cared for by our dedicated foster families. While there and before becoming available for adoption, our dogs receive veterinary care including spaying/neutering, dental checks, vaccinations, and microchips. In addition to saving  pugs, we strive to educate the public about the breed, including its personality, common health issues, care requirements, and about the importance of domestic animal population control. Watch the video below to see some of our Happy Tails!

As a charitable non-profit, we rely on donations from the community to care for and save dogs in our community. As a result, there is minimum adoption donation for each adopted dog. This donation helps pay for medical expenses, which average $1,868 per dog. The typical minimum adoption donation ranges from $200 to $1000, depending on age and a variety of other factors. While we seek the minimum, adopters are always welcome to give more to help other dogs in our community!
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Our work would not be possible without the dedicated volunteers who provide foster homes, transportation, review applications, organize fundraising events, and so much more.