If you are interested in adopting you apply for that specific pug by following the link that is under the "ready to adopt" section, for that pug. That link does not show up when a dog is in the "not yet available for adoption" section. If you are not chosen your application will be saved for a few months. Information on how to reapply without re-doing the application will be sent with a confirmation that your application has been received. If you don't receive a confirmation within a day or two check your spam/junk folder to make sure that a response did not end up there.

Before you apply, please read:

1. What the minimum requirements are, to apply for any of our rescues (listed below)
2. What the specific requirements are, for the pug you are interested in (listed on the pug's page). If you cannot provide the minimum and specific requirements, please do not apply.

Basic Adopter Requirements

We only adopt within Ontario. If you are out of province, do NOT apply.

You MUST have or be willing to get some form of air conditioning for your home. There must be some place in the home that is air conditioned for the health of the pug.

If you have a pool or pond or other water feature, it must be fenced off so that the dog cannot get into in. Pugs drown rapidly, most are poor swimmers and are not always terribly water smart.

We do not allow our dogs to be tied out or staked out in the yard. Tie outs and staking can result in serious injury and death to a dog.

Pugs are one of the most commonly stolen breeds of dog. Sadly, they are often used as bait in dog fighting. We require that you supervise your pug at all times when they are out of the house.

Pugs are not outdoor dogs and cannot survive living in a dog house or other out building - including the garage. We require that our dogs live within the house with the family.

If you reside in a house, we much prefer that you have a fully fenced backyard. This is not a requirement for adoption, but is certainly the better option. If your yard is not fully fenced, the dog must be on leash at all times when outside of the house. Invisible fences and other collar activated restraining devices are not acceptable

If you live in an apartment or condo, your must provide proof that the landlord or management allows you to have a dog.

If you are gone from the home for longer than 8 hours, you will likely need to make arrangements for someone to come home to let the dog(s) out. Pugs are a small breed and should not be expected to hold their bladders or bowels for longer than 8 hours. Some can do it, but most can't and shouldn't be expected to.

Pugs are notorious for food allergies. The rescue will require that you feed a high quality food that is, at minimum, wheat, corn and soy free. Our preference is for a grain free food

If you currently have animals in the house (cats and/or dogs) they must be spayed or neutered unless there is a verifiable medical reason why they are not or cannot be.

Please be sure to check your local by-laws regarding the total number of pets you can legally have in your home and only apply if you are below that limit.

If you have questions or comments about the policy please contact us.