I thought you would like to see me testing out the new memory foam mattress that I had for my BIG birthday, along with lots of treats from mummy, and from Aunty Wendy I had a special pug birthday card and two tags for my harness, one of which has my name on it (just in case I forget who I am)! I also had a big bag of treats from Aunty Val and a Paw Patrol card. As we are only allowed out once a day at the moment, I am going for a special walk when it gets cooler. Mummy has promised I can have all my doggie friends round for a special party in the garden once we are all allowed to meet up again.
In the meantime I am supervising mummy cleaning the French windows from the top of the steps in the garden as the weather is so lovely.
Licks, love and slurps
Toby 🐾 💕
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We thought you might like to read a recent update from Sandra, who adopted the most handsome Toby about a year ago. Here he is, wearing his Halloween ruff.
“Pleased to say that he is fit and well and enjoying life to the full – as am I, thanks to all the daily exercise with Toby. He continues to be the most adorable little dog in the world and I continue to be extremely grateful to you and Pug Welfare for entrusting him to me.
Kind regards
Sandra and Toby X”
This is 8 year old Toby. He is a well loved old bear whose owners were having to emigrate for work reasons, and sensibly deemed it too hot for Toby to live comfortably with them.
Toby is now enjoying a relaxed lifestyle in Cornwall with daily beach walks and lots of lap time with his new owner, a retired lady. He was delighted to find four new beds to choose from in his new home; needless to say he’s tried them all out!
This is Albert. This is his story, as written by his adopter.
“I met a PDWRA Volunteer at a fundraising event, who convinced me that a pal for our single 1 year old pug would be good for both of them! Albert was not long in foster with them, having been surrendered by his elderly owner who was no longer able to take care of his needs. She had lovingly and carefully hand written 4 pages of his likes and dislikes.
When Albert arrived we were shocked at how large he was, tongue out and hot from the car, but we were in love at first sight! We’ll never forget his first evening, he struggled to get on the sofa, eventually climbed onto it and spent the whole evening watching Soaps – it was hilarious!
After a new regime of a healthy lifestyle, cucumber sticks and increasing his walks, we saw Albert’s hips for the first time!! He’s since become inseparable from his pug brother, and has brought us so much love and entertainment.
We think about his previous owner often, her selfless, difficult, decision to give him a happier life, and we are eternally grateful to PDWRA for allowing us to love him!”
Kevin & Motsi were one of a number of bonded pairs that came to PDWRA recently, who couldn’t be separated. Here’s how their foster carer described them before they journeyed to their forever home:
“Motsi is totally devoted to Kevin. She follows him everywhere and wouldn’t even go up the garden without him. She is the happiest little pug I have ever met; we should connect her constantly wagging tail to the national grid and save us all on our electricity bills! She loves a cuddle either human, or with her “man” Kevin.
Kevin is not always the perfect gentleman though and will push her (gently) out of the way to be first to get a treat. He does look after her though when out on walks which he absolutely loves. He stays by her side, always waits for her and loves getting their leads tangled up. Kevin is also a happy pug and I’ve never heard him bark once!
They make the perfect couple and at a PDWRA fundraising Valentine Party this year, I thought it might be a good idea for them to be married in a little ceremony. It turned into a major event with bridesmaids, a wedding cake, confetti and the full glitz and glamour they deserved. It was even covered by the local press! Motsi made a beautiful bride.”
So here they are completely settled at their forever home, ‘enjoying’ lockdown – love & attention 24×7 – who wouldn’t?!
We shared Jasper‘s story recently. His mobility was improving well from his spinal condition hemivertebrae, with hydrotherapy and regular exercise sessions.
We now have an update from his foster Mum, as follows:
“Jasper continues to go from strength to strength, loving this weather and getting around the garden without his wheels which was the aim. He still enjoys his longer wheeled walks around the fields when he can, keeping up with the rest of his grumble.
Jasper’s also been road testing some boots recommended by another pug mum and has awarded them 10/10. Here he is suited and booted and ready to go.
He does enjoy life, despite looking a bit glum in his trouser suit, Mum thinks she chose the wrong colour!”
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This is Jasper. This is his story so far.
Jasper’s foster Mum tells us:
“Jasper, a beautiful, handsome boy came into my life. He sadly had been diagnosed with the spinal condition hemivertebrae which, despite Veterinary intervention, meant he could not walk unaided. He came with a set of wheels though, and speeds around on these, easily keeping up with the other pugs in my grumble while out walking.
In the house, he pulls himself along on his front legs, with a little bit of assistance from the hind legs, especially on carpeted areas where he can gain more traction. A course of hydrotherapy, and twice daily exercise sessions have helped, and he will now venture into the garden without his wheels. This gives him a measure of independence which was the aim.
He’s integrated into our grumble with no trouble at all and looks so cute especially in his trouser-suit: but he does look glum in it, perhaps I chose the wrong colour! Don’t be fooled though, he has a temper if things don’t go his way! “
Lars was a very anxious young man when he came to PDWRA, scared of many situations including other dogs, but with patience and understanding in his adoptive home he’s improved so much. He has been enjoying training with his Dad who is an ultra marathon runner!
Lars not only enjoys his walks and playing fetch, he’s now a very fit and athletic pug who even tackles agility training. Not only has he blossomed, but Lars has also become an invaluable companion for his Dad who suffers from anxiety, and will just sit on his lap keeping him company when needed to.
Lars is a very special boy, reaching his potential, and very dearly loved. As is quite often the case, it was his foster family who couldn’t let him go!
Billy came to us at a time when his owner’s work meant leaving him for longer periods than desired. He was much loved, but just deserved more company, which was found in his new adoptive home.
Billy loves his beloved ball, and the pleasure of his local beach. Even better still, Ben was already in his adoptive home, and has become Billy’s best buddy and companion.
We’re so happy for them enjoying their best life together!
She will be an ideal companion for someone at home that enjoys walking and can help to improve some of her behaviours so she can enjoy life to the full!
If you could benefit from Evie’s loving companionship and have any questions about her, you can enquire by email at:
east-mids@nullpugwelfare-rescue.org.uk
This is Rosie. Rosie has lost both her eyes. This is her story.
We introduced Rosie at Christmas. She came into our care blind, having lost both her eyes as a puppy while living outdoors. She had a very lonely existence and unsurprisingly needed a lot of vet care and socialisation once in her foster home. Here she is in front of the warm fire with her new best friends.
Rosie’s a very lively, loving pug and has a very demanding bark, although being blind she did not realise it was waking everyone up throughout the night, including possibly the neighbours!
She used to make mistakes in her basket but after being taken out every time she barked she linked the two. Now she understands the ‘toilet command’, though is still scared to go out in the wind and bad weather – possibly from being left outside. She’s let out regularly, midnight before bed and up at 4am which her foster Mum doesn’t mind getting up for.
Rosie knows the plan of the house and where the dog food bin is. She waits by it when she comes in after toileting, to always get her reward treat from it! Sometimes she gets some banana which she loves too. She used to sit for food, but has become more relaxed, ‘naughty’, knowing she’s loved, so that discipline seems to be out of the window!
Rosie’s foster home has a grumble who have all had difficult backgrounds, but now get the very special attention and care they need and deserve. Rosie’s a very special girl and a lucky one since being rescued.
With your ongoing support & donations, we’re able to meet the needs of Rosie, and other rescue pugs like her.
Theo’s adopter was called by us while on holiday, with a view to fostering him; she collected him the next day on her return. She has an extremely large grumble (9) and wondered how he’d be received, and, in turn, how he’d react.
There was nothing to worry about; Theo’s the most loveable and content chap as long as he’s fed, walked and fussed over. Investigative tests found he had a malformation in the spinal area which may/may not deteriorate over time. The only indication is in his gait, but he’s on medication and in no discomfort. He does everything the others do, and with enthusiasm. Theo had so many owners before and settled so easily that his foster mum couldn’t let him go!
Here’s an update on Theo, in his adopter’s own words:
“Theo, my adoptee from PDWRA, continues to thrive, and is pictured here enjoying the snowdrops, but even more, enjoying the trip to the tea tent where he managed to demolish the best part of my cream tea.
He’s come a long way since he first arrived, described by his previous owner as having “wobbly legs”. This was soon sorted out by PDWRA and, with medication, he lives life to the full. Walks play a large part in his agenda, and I’m so thankful that he can now run with the best of them. He’s always out in front, busy exploring and making new friends – a joy to have around.”
Bob was found left behind after his owner had been evicted from their home. He was all alone with a carrier bag with a few treats in, and little else.
Word got around, finally reaching a kind hearted lady who had dogs of her own. She took Bob in, but it soon became clear that her dogs wouldn’t tolerate him, so she rang her local PDWRA Rehoming Co-ordinator for help – could we take him? Of course!
Without hesitation, one of our Foster Carers collected Bob and his bag. Bob happily went with him and was on his best behaviour, fitting into a new grumble of 5 pugs as though he’d been there forever!
Despite the circumstances in which we found Bob, it was clear that he had been loved & cared for, he had no medical problems and he was well socialised.
We do not judge, we are just happy that Bob’s guardian angel was looking out for him that day, and that we could be there for him. He has a bright future ahead of him – and he doesn’t need that bag any more!
Buddy and Belle were loved family pugs who were rehomed due to the demands of long working hours.
It is often harder to find homes for a pair, but these two have fallen on their paws in an idyllic part of the country, completing their new family, along with resident pug Winston to snuggle up with, and also with a Labrador even Belle can keep up with.
They know all the local dogs and really enjoy snoring in their bed by the range cooker. Yak chews are a firm favourite! They’re enjoying life & their new family can’t imagine life without them now.
Stanley and Alfie had been together since puppies; they came to us with a few health and weight issues for us to help them with.
Stanley was the runt of his litter so he guarded his food, but only from Alfie, as so many do when contending with larger companions! Otherwise Stanley runs to Alfie if he’s unsure of anything. Alfie is calm & mature.
They spent many happy months in foster care, enabling them to join their forever home, fighting fit. Stanley filled out his tiny frame, and Alfie lost the excess weight he needed to. They are happily thriving with their new family.
Poor young Sirius had been rehomed 3 times before he came to us. His last home helped to ensure he found a better, more stable life; they believed he was kept in a crate before.
Our foster family for Sirius already had pugs, George, Pugsley & Sirius’s half brother Denis! The love & renewed bond between the brothers meant that there was no hesitation in adopting Sirius too. It’s a love story indeed & we’re delighted for them all, especially Sirius!
Tom and Lottie were the centre of their family before work & life caused them to be surrendered to us. Their new home hadn’t first considered a pair, but after they settled so well from a cross-country journey, reassured by each other, they knew it was a good decision.
Dark & dashing Tom tends to seek out Lottie, squeezing into the smallest spaces to be near to her. This comforts Mum and Dad too that they’re not alone whenever they have to pop out. Unsurprisingly they are so very loved!
Troy was reluctantly surrendered when his family situation changed, meaning they couldn’t give him the same attention they used to, but knew he deserved.
They did the right thing for him, by contacting PDWRA to find a better suited home.
Troy settled in amazingly quickly & enjoyed his first Christmas with his new family. They say it’s like he’s always been with them, and they understandably adore him.
We’re always looking for happy homes for pugs like Poppy!
Poppy’s owner had fallen on hard times and was really struggling with an unsettled home life when we rescued & rehomed Poppy. At first Poppy would just sit on her bed and bark at any males who walked into the room. She looked very scared and went rigid when picked up, even growled. She had obviously had a bad experience 😢.
But what a difference a few months made. Poppy is now confident and absolutely adores the men in her life. She just needed to be able to trust them. She also follows her Mum and human sister everywhere. They already had a pug, Betty, who – as you can see – Poppy has truly bonded with!
Poppy’s Mum says “We are still working on her behaviour outside on walks but are making fantastic progress. We absolutely adore Poppy, she’s such a character. It’s so heart-warming to see how far she has come, settling in, in such a relatively short time. Thank you so much for thinking of us for Poppy. We feel truly blessed and very lucky.”
“I met a PDWRA Volunteer at a fundraising event, who convinced me that a pal for our single 1 year old pug would be good for both of them! Albert was not long in foster with them, having been surrendered by his elderly owner who was no longer able to take care of his needs. She had lovingly and carefully hand written 4 pages of his likes and dislikes.
After a new regime of a healthy lifestyle, cucumber sticks and increasing his walks, we saw Albert’s hips for the first time!! He’s since become inseparable from his pug brother, and has brought us so much love and entertainment.
Theo’s adopter was called by us while on holiday, with a view to fostering him; she collected him the next day on her return. She has an extremely large grumble (9) and wondered how he’d be received, and, in turn, how he’d react.
They spent many happy months in foster care, enabling them to join their forever home, fighting fit. Stanley filled out his tiny frame, and Alfie lost the excess weight he needed to. They are happily thriving with their new family.
Poor young Sirius had been rehomed 3 times before he came to us. His last home helped to ensure he found a better, more stable life; they believed he was kept in a crate before.
