Surrendering Your Pug

Please know that we understand and empathize with you at this time. There are so many reasons a person must give up a pug, and we never judge since we understand both how difficult this step is and how important it is that you feel this is the right action to take. Once you know you have to give up your pug(s) and are ready, your first step is to complete our Surrender form on our website and include a photo of your pug. The form will not submit without each question being answered and a photo attached. If you are unsure how to answer any of the questions, please respond with “unknown.”

While we love all dogs, PugPals is a breed specific rescue. Other brachycephalic breeds and mixes may be considered for intake on a case-by-case basis. Intake requests without a photo will not be accepted. If you are in search of rescue for another type of pet, please send us an email with the breed of dog and locations and we may be able to provide you with contacts for other rescues in your area.

Once we have received your relinquishment information online, we will arrange to meet you and pick up your pug(s). You can send anything you would like with them, such as toys, beds, crates, food, leashes, etc. You may also send nothing at all, and that is your choice.

All new rescue pugs are placed in a loving foster home with other pugs and pug lovers. We have foster homes throughout Idaho and Utah. Each of our foster families volunteers their home, time, money (such as for dog food) and genuine caring for the pug. We work with a variety of vets in Idaho and Utah. The pug(s) get a wellness checkup, any needed vaccines, microchips and recommendations for any needed surgeries (spay/neuter, dental work, etc.). Once the pug is ready for adoption, Pug Pals will then post our new rescues on our website, Facebook and other resources we use. We will post pictures and a short bio about the pug. Anyone interested in adopting from us must 1) file an application in which they must list three personal references and and their veterinarian 2) have a home visit conducted with one of our trained volunteers. All information is submitted to the Board of Directors for approval.

Thank you for taking the time to read this and we hope you consider Pug Pals Inc. as a great alternative to rehoming your pug yourself or relinquishing to a shelter.