** GOOD NEWS UPDATE – DOUG HAS FOUND THE HOME OF HIS DREAMS! **
Doug is definitely home! | The Pug Dog Welfare & Rescue Association (pugwelfare-rescue.org.uk)
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Doug is a 4 year-old boy, who can be anxious and fearful.
Doug expresses this by random reactivity such as barking, lunging and ‘flipping’ (when on lead) at anything that passes him such as bikes and other dogs.
He appears to be especially scared of men he doesn’t know, and can go to nip, but has never bitten.
However, when Doug’s in a calm environment with people and dogs he knows, he is a gentle and loving pug that likes nothing more than sitting on a human’s lap, enjoying cuddles all day if he could, seeking reassurance.
Doug needs a calm home, preferably in the countryside, so that he isn’t faced with the daily stress and noises of urban (or suburban) living. It’s likely he could become a problem barker if he was in this environment.
Doug would be happy to potter outside, off lead with his owner and would particularly suit someone with land.
Doug will need an owner who is dog experienced, firm and understanding of his quirky behaviour, and knows how to deal with reactivity.
He would be fine as an only dog, or with other dogs in the household.
Doug randomly reacts to cats. He either ignores them or chases them and is fine with children. He was very gentle and protective of them in his previous home, though usual supervision advice applies.
In the right home, Doug will be happy and settled and give someone so much love and companionship.
If you feel you can provide the right home for Doug, please apply here: https://pugwelfare-rescue.org.uk/adopting-a-pug/
Quote Reference: DOUG 23012 in your application form.
If you are already on our waiting list, feel you may fit the requirements & are interested in adopting Doug, please contact your Area Coordinator directly.
