Furever Fosters
50 lives cherished and promises kept through our Furever Foster Program so far!
What is a Furever Foster?
On occasion, some of our pugs come into the rescue with terminal illnesses, chronic medical conditions, or special emotional/behavioral needs. While these dogs may be considered unadoptable due to their complex conditions, they are able to enjoy a good quality of life. For these special dogs, our foster families commit to providing love and care and Pacific Pug Rescue provides food, supplies, and ongoing veterinary care for their entire lives. This program is entirely funded by donations and sponsorships, and we rely on the generosity of our supporters to help these sweet Furever Fosters live full, happy, and comfortable lives.
Support our Furever Fosters
We appreciate your consideration of sponsoring our sweet Furever Fosters! You can choose to sponsor a Furever Foster through a one-time or recurrent donation. For any questions, business or corporate sponsorships, please email us.
Meet Our Current Furever Fosters
June
June Bug came to us from Mexicali mexico. She is teeny but has a big personality. She arrived very underweight and we could tell she had not been cared for, but we were happy when all her labwork came back normal.
After being here for about 2 weeks, she suddenly lost her voracious appetite and seemed to not feel good. New labwork showed that June had very high liver values and it is believed she most likely has a liver shunt that has been undiagnosed.
We are currently working on getting a firm diagnosis but it is clear our little June Bug will need to stay with us while we work to make sure we are giving her a good quality of life for whatever time she has left.
Age: 7-Years
Furever Foster Since: July 2026
Malibu
Malibu originally came to us in July of 2024 along with four other pugs who were all feral that you may recall were known as the "feral five". While the other pugs learned to adjust to living with people and got adopted, Malibu had a very hard time. She was adopted once, but it only lasted a few days and they brought her back. She has slowly improved during her time with her foster family and she has met a best pug friend named Paul.
During the last two years Malibu has had some health issues including losing almost all of her teeth to dental disease!
Malibu is happy and feels safe in her foster home and we are continuing to work through some health challenges. We have moved her to our forever foster program officially where she will be able to continue to get the medical care she needs and live in the home she is comfortable in.
Age: 4-Years
Furever Foster Since: JUly 2026
Kenny (formerly Gordo)
When Gordo (now Kenny) came to us back in October of last year from the shelter. He had a lot to get caught up on. He got a major dental and general care and then we had plans to do patellar luxation knee surgery on him.
However, during the time he was with us, we started noticing he was also starting to have back end weakness and he was having issues with urinary tract infections (UTIs). We determined he probably had pug myelopathy, a progressive neurological disease which causes hind-end weakness. It did not seem like a good idea to do the knee surgery when he was losing feeling in his back legs anyway and with his frequent urinary tract infections they did not feel comfortable operating on him.
We decided he should stay with us in our Furever Foster program so that we can make sure he gets the ongoing care he needs. He moved into his new furever foster home at the end of January and we hear he is already making himself at home!
Age: 10-Years
Furever Foster Since: January 2026
Bubbles and Pilot
Bubbles (14) and Pilot (16) came to us from a hoarder where they had only lived inside for years! Both dogs were severely neglected, but the good news is their last chapter is going to be filled with love, safety and good medical care!
Pilot is the happiest boy that still tries to do the zoomies when he gets happy. He loves meal time and when his foster mom comes home. He has significant arthritis, especially in his front legs but other than that, he is quite healthy.
His best friend Bubbles has had a much tougher go of it. Her mouth was very infected so she had to get a dental done with most of her teeth removed. She also had pyometra and was spayed. Bubbles is completely incontinent of urine. We are not sure why, she has seen a specialist and had all the testing done, but they cannot find a reason. We have bought her some stylish diapers and make sure to take good care of her hygiene so she does not get any skin infections.
Her latest event was a really bad eye ulcer, which thankfully has started to heal. She also has a broken hip that was never repaired that causes her some pain. What a mess this girl is!!! We still love her though and are doing our best to make sure she is happy and comfortable.
Your monthly sponsorship will help pay for their food, supplies, eye and arthritis medication and any vet visits they need. We are happy to be giving these two such a happy retirement thanks to your generosity.
Age: 14-Years & 16-Years
Furever Fosters Since: August 2025
Punkin
Punkin is a 15-year-old girl whose elderly owners could no longer care for her. She had been well loved but was in desperate need of a dental and general vet care. At her exam, lab-work showed her to be in early kidney failure and she also had high blood pressure.
We were able to get her dental, which has made her feel so much better and we have started treatment to take care of her kidneys and high blood pressure.
Punkin may be 14 but no one has let her know she should be slowing down, this girl has the energy of young dog! She adjusted to her new life seamlessly and is loving outings with her foster brother and sister. Punkin will be getting the best care and we hope to keep her along as long as possible. If you would like to help Punkin you can purchase a chewy gift card to help pay for her special prescription diet here.
Or become a monthly sponsor to help pay for her specialist care and medications
Age: 15-Years
Furever Foster Since: September 2024
Cooper
14-year-old Cooper is a charming pug mix. His DNA reveals a fun blend of Pug, Chihuahua, Chinese Crested, and Pekingese...what a perfect mix!
His owner passed away and he was sent to live with a friend who then surrendered him to Pacific Pug Rescue. Cooper's health had been neglected for a while, so once in our care he received a much needed dental which made him feel much better. Cooper is now very healthy, but he's quite grumpy with new people. With patience and kindness he does come around, but despite our best efforts, we could not find anyone willing to put in the time and effort needed to work with Cooper.
Cooper thinks that is just fine, because he really loves his foster mom and is quite happy to stay put! Due of Cooper's behavioral issues, he got inducted into our Furever Foster program to be cared for by his foster family who really understands his quirks and allows for the best parts of him to shine.
He is very playful and has a surprising amount of energy for his age. When you talk to him, he listens intently to everything you have to say. Cooper loves being a lap dog and a couch potato. He loves to cuddle and will reward you with abundant tail wags and kisses. Cooper is a loving, loyal, devoted dog.
Age: 14-Years
Furever Foster Since: June 2024
Diego
Adorable Diego traveled to Oregon from Mexico in November 2021 through an organization that rescues street dogs. He suffered from hip and patella deformities that greatly impacted his comfort and ability to live an active life of fun and frolic expected at his approximately 3 year age. Pacific Pug Rescue took him into care so he could receive the necessary medical care to correct his issues to ensure a happy, healthy life in a loving home as he so deserved. He had bilateral MPL surgery and began the long process of recovery and healing. He received wonderful rehab services though Healing Arts Animal Care and made a full recovery.
The blood panel taken prior to his dental cleaning and removal of decaying teeth indicated something going on with his kidneys. Sadly, further testing revealed chronic kidney failure which will dramatically reduce this sweet boy’s little life. Therefore, Diego will remain in his foster home where he is cherished and will continue to receive PPR’s support and expertise.
At this time, Diego is not experiencing negative symptoms and is soaking up life as part of a family of dogs, cats, and people who love him. He is filled with joy and excitement when his harness comes out for his daily walk through the neighborhood where he is becoming well known. He is playful and loves his stuffies (especially the sheep that is bigger than him!), is silly and curious, and is a champion snuggler who loves to burrow in a pile of soft, fuzzy blankets.
Age: 8-Years
Furever Foster Since: November 2021
Contact Us
Snail Mail:
Pacific Pug Rescue
2850 SW Cedar Hills Blvd.
Walker Center #221
Beaverton, OR 97005
Voicemail or Text: (503) 704-3587
Adoption Info/Questions:
adoptions@pacificpugrescue.org
General Questions:
pugs@pacificpugrescue.org
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