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Rescue news…
Meet Bingo, a pug mix foster in our care who is a sweet and happy dog with a literal broken heart.
Meet our Pugs & Pug Mixes
Pug Rescue of Austin typically has more than eighty available dogs at any given time. Not all available dogs are listed on our website and new dogs come in often.
Once you have been approved to adopt, an adoption coordinator will review all available dogs with you to help you find the best new addition to your family.
We Save Lives
Our goal is to never say no to a pug or pug mix in need. Most of the pugs we rescue have been in abusive, neglectful situations. We’re able to rescue, rehabilitate and rehome over 200 pugs and pug mixes a year thanks to the help of our outstanding medical partners, our network of transport volunteers and foster families, and donations from big-hearted pug lovers.
Meet Bingo, a pug mix foster in our care who is a sweet and happy dog with a literal broken heart. His heart valves are too narrow, forcing his heart to work much too hard and putting him at severe risk. But there is hope! A procedure called balloon valvuloplasty can widen his valves and fix his heart. However, this life-saving procedure is very expensive, costing upwards of $6,500, and can only be performed by a handful of cardiologists.
Chance, our little parvo survivor, is doing fantastic! From being lost and living outside to battling parvo, he has now been given the life he deserves. We want to express our heartfelt thanks to everyone who donated to help him, especially Pug Squad for their generous donation. Chance sends his love and gratitude to all his supporters!
Found alone in freezing temperatures, emaciated, and suffering from severe medical issues, Sputnik is now under our and looking forward to a brighter future. Despite his past, Sputnik's tail still wags with hope. Your support ensures his journey to recovery and a loving forever home.
Meet Tripp, our resilient pug with a heart as big as his spirit! He came to Pug Rescue of Austin with a broken leg, likely the result of an old injury. Despite his tough past, Tripp underwent successful surgery, including an amputation, and he's now on the road to recovery.
Originally a stray from San Antonio, Cadence had a rough start in life. She experienced some unknown eye trauma, which unfortunately led to the removal of her right eye. But there's good news - the kind-hearted individuals who found her brought her to Pug Rescue of Austin, where her journey to a better life began.
Meet Rowe, a sweet pug who survived a car accident, and suffered head trauma, a broken arm, and other injuries. Today, he's undergoing surgery to mend his broken arm at Violet Crown Veterinary Specialists.
Your donation can change Rowe's life. Help us provide the care and love he needs and cover his $4,000 surgery costs. Join us in supporting his recovery.
The stories of Kermit, Chutney, and Pistachio are just a glimpse of the incredible work we do at the Pug Rescue of Austin. Their stories are a testament to the power of love and care.
Dillon faced a traumatic incident resulting in a proptosed eye. Pug Rescue of Austin stepped in to provide him with a brighter future. After a successful eye surgery by South Texas Veterinary Ophthalmology, Dillon, though in pain, remains spirited. Your support is crucial to cover his $2,000 treatment costs and provide him with the care he deserves. Contains graphic photos
Cole, a survivor of a car accident, needs your help to recover. He's facing major pelvic fractures and requires surgery. With feeling in his lower extremities and continence, Cole's determined to walk again. Join us in supporting his journey to healing.
Pillsbury, a San Antonio stray rescued by the Pug Rescue of Austin, is in critical condition. She was found starved, covered in infections, infested with parasites, and suffering from various health issues.
We are providing her with intensive care at Westlake Animal Hospital, but her recovery will be a long and slow process. We need your support to give Pillsbury the chance to heal and live a pain-free life.
Helios, a 3-year-old pug, has recently suffered a severe heat stroke, leaving him in critical condition.
Heat stroke can have devastating consequences, including organ failure, clotting issues, and even death if not promptly addressed. When we received the distressing call from emergency doctors about Helios' condition, we knew we had to act swiftly.
The Racecar puppies are fighting a battle against Parvo, a devastating and preventable disease. We need your support to provide them with the critical care they need and ensure their safe recovery. Will you join Pug Rescue of Austin in this race against time?
Upcoming Events
Meet & Greets, Pug Meetups, Fundraisers and more!
We’d love to see you at some of our Upcoming Events.
Get ready for an unforgettable yoga session filled with relaxation, joy, and the adorable company of pugs. See you on the mat for a good stretch and a great cause at Pug Yoga!
Get ready for an unforgettable yoga session filled with relaxation, joy, and the adorable company of pugs. See you on the mat for a good stretch and a great cause at Pug Yoga!
You’ve seen them on the website and liked them on social media, but there’s nothing better than getting some pug kisses in real life.
Reminder: We do not do same day adoptions, but our events are a great way to meet some of our available dogs!
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About Pug Rescue
Pug Rescue of Austin is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to the rescue and placement of abused, neglected and unwanted pugs. We do not discriminate on the basis of health or age.
Our mission is to provide a safe, caring and humane refuge for abandoned pugs and to ensure quality adoptive homes. Pug Rescue of Austin promotes responsible pug ownership through public education about the unique needs of pugs and a mandatory spay/neuter policy.
We are a volunteer based organization with no paid staff. We rely solely on donations and fundraisers to cover the medical expenses of our rescue pugs.