Adopting a Pug
In response to the increasingly high number of pugs surrendered to PDWRA to date, many in foster care, requiring unique forever home environments to suit their physical or emotional needs, PDWRA will temporarily be suspending general adoption applications to prioritise pug-specific adoption applications for those waiting for their forever homes.
These pug appeals can be found at the bottom of this page.
This temporary change will allow us to improve the time it takes for these pugs to be matched and move on to their forever homes, supported by the voluntary resources we have available.
We appreciate your patience and understanding for the temporary changes that will help these pugs significantly. We also thank all applicants already on our waiting lists who may have to wait longer due to the pugs surrendered not matching their particular home environments.
We hope to re-open as soon as possible to all general adoption applications.
We continue to need more new fosterers, short and long term, to help with the current situation, and applications to foster will be managed as a priority also.
1: Before Applying
Before applying to adopt a Pug, please consider becoming a Friend of Welfare via an annual subscription to PDWRA. As a registered charity we rely on donations from the public to carry out our work which is undertaken by a small team of volunteers.
The Pug is a unique and special breed, requiring a unique and special home. Pugs are rehomed with the applicant most suited to the specific needs of each individual Pug.
It should be noted that taking on a rescue Pug is a huge commitment both emotionally and financially. Many of our Pugs will require special care and attention. Please consider this very carefully before applying to adopt.
An adoption fee will apply, which is non-refundable.
Before completing the Adoption Application Form, please read the following Guidance Notes and instructions on How to Apply which includes the adoption fee information.
Currently, due to the reasons explained in the Introduction to this section, we are temporarily only accepting Adoption Applications for Specific Pugs, promoted on our social media and web site, where you can apply directly.
2: Guidance Notes
Please note that all applicants must reside in the UK or Channel Islands and be aged 21 to 74yrs.
- All applications will be acknowledged automatically by email.
- All applicants must agree to be home checked by an authorised PDWRA representative.
- If your initial application is successful, you will then receive a further contact to arrange a home check.
- If your home check is successful, you will receive a further email advising that you have been placed on our waiting list.
- Applicants must be able to provide adequate insurance for the pug. At present, pre-existing conditions will be covered by PDWRA during the lifetime of the Pug.
- Applications from those in full-time work, outside of the home, cannot be accepted. Pugs are a companion breed and need company therefore specify on your application what arrangements are in place for their daily supervision.
- Applicants who already own un-neutered males or un-spayed bitches will not be considered. If you are willing for your dogs to be neutered or spayed please advise us. A vet bill will be required as proof.
- Please keep us up to date on any changes in your circumstances.
3: How to Apply
To assist in the rehoming of Pugs, please complete the form in full including the “About Yourself” section which will enable us to determine your suitability for a rescue Pug. It should be noted that all Pugs are rehomed to the most appropriate home to suit the Pug.
May we remind you that applicants must be aged 21 to 74 years, and reside in the UK or Channel Isles.
If you are selected to adopt a Pug, you will usually be required to take him or her at very short notice.
If your application is successful, an adoption fee will be required, as we do need funds to allow us to continue to rescue Pugs and to help pay for vet fees and transportation costs.
The adoption fee per pug, from PDWRA, is as follows:
These are minimum fees, should you wish to donate above this.
- Pugs under one year – £500
- 1 to 2 years – £400
- 3 to 4 years – £350
- 5 to 7 years – £300
- 8 to 10 years – £200
- 11 years & Over – £100
A £100 discount (£50 per pug), will apply when adopting a Bonded-Pair of Pugs.
A payment to PDWRA by BACS immediately prior to adoption will be required.
Please note that adoption fees are non-refundable.
- Please ensure that you have read, understood and accept the above guidance notes.
- If your initial application is successful, you agree to be home checked by an authorised PDWRA representative.
- If you are selected to adopt a Pug, you agree to make a BACS payment to PDWRA immediately prior to adoption.
- Complying with microchip regulations that came into force from 6 April 2016, PDWRA will transfer ownership details on completion of adoption.
Golden Oldies & Perfect Pairs
We receive fewer applications for people interested in adopting older Pugs aged 8 and over, despite bringing the same joy and love. Naturally as they grow older they require different levels of care to younger pugs.
Similarly, we have an increasing number of requests for bonded pugs who need rehoming together. While this may cost you a little more, they are ready-made companions who bring twice the love!
If you feel you can help in either of these circumstances when general application are re-opened, please see our Golden Oldies and Perfect Pairs pages for more information.
Pug Home Appeals
Here are the priority pugs we have recently appealed for homes for.
Sensitive Rocky needs a Quiet Forever-Home!
👏 ** FANTASTIC NEWS UPDATE: Rocky is rocking in his NEW HOME! ** 👏 Rocky rocks in his New Forever Home! | The Pug Dog Welfare & Rescue Association ********** ORIGINAL APPEAL: Meet Rocky! He’s a very affectionate and sensitive 6 year old boy. He has been neutered...
Could YOU Adopt Sister & Brother, Cindy & Sid
👏 ** TERRIFIC NEWS UPDATE: Cindy & Sid have found their HOME TOGETHER! ** 👏 ********** ORIGINAL APPEAL: Cindy and Sid are a bonded 6 year-old sister and brother. They are both neutered and looking for their forever home together. They both love children and are...
