Pug puppies and dogs in Mesa, Arizona

Hi, I’m Tater Tot! My foster mom calls be Tater. I still haven’t acknowledged this name but I’m a work in progress. I’m 2 years old and am a Chihuahua Pug mix. I weigh 12 pounds. I was abandoned in a car lot in a crate with 2 other dogs, so I’m pretty scrappy. I’m still learning doggy manners and boundaries but I’m very food motivated so I can be taught pretty much anything. I learned the doggy door in 2 days! My foster mom says I’m goofy, whatever that means. I love to play and like to be by my people at all times. It takes a bit to warm up to people, but once I get to know you, I’m completely devoted to you. I need to find a home where my people are willing to invest some time in me to help me become the best I can be.

Born in late March 2025, this adorable one year-old pug/chihuahua mix is already winning hearts with his cuddly charm and gentle nature. His story began when his loving mama was rescued from a shelter while pregnant — now this little guy is ready to write his next chapter: a forever home.Rick is sweet, calm, and affectionate—great with gentle kids and other small, friendly dogs. He’s still learning the ropes (house training and manners are in progress!), but he’s a bright little boy who loves to please and be close to his people.Fully vetted, neutered, and current on all his vaccines, Rick is happy, healthy, and ready to be your loyal companion. His adoption fee is $480.If you’re looking for a furry friend who will stick by your side through thick and thin — Rick is your "Together Forever" kind of pup.To learn more or request an adoption application, please contact Carrie On Rescue: Call or text: 480-603-7680 Email: carrieonrescuers@hotmail.com Let this little love song of a pup bring joy and devotion into your life.

Meet George Michael! Born in late March 2025, this sweet one year-old pug/chihuahua mix has a heart full of love and a soulful spirit that’s impossible to resist. His story began before he even opened his eyes—his mama was rescued from a shelter while pregnant. Now, George is ready for the next beautiful chapter: a forever home with someone who’s been waiting just for him.George is gentle, affectionate, and full of quiet charm. He adores being around kind kids and other small, friendly dogs. He’s working on house training and learning the basics, but he’s smart, eager to learn, and loves being by your side. He’s been neutered, vet-checked, and is current on all his vaccines—happy, healthy, and ready to share his love.His adoption fee is $480. If you believe in fate and forever friendship, you’ll know exactly what George means when he looks at you with those sweet eyes - "I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)."To learn more or request an adoption application, please contact Carrie On Rescue: Call or text: 480-603-7680Email: carrieonrescuers@hotmail.com George Michael is ready to find his person. Maybe it’s you.

Meet Pugum: The Pint‑Sized Prince of PlaytimePugum is a 1½‑year‑old, 21‑pound pug who recently returned to us through no fault of his own. He has taken this plot twist in stride and is now ready to find a forever family who appreciates his unique blend of silliness, sweetness, and occasional dramatic flair.According to his previous family, Pugum is very playful and believes toys are life. Squeaky toys? Excellent. Tug toys? Even better. A random sock he found on the floor? Treasure. He rides nicely in the car once he’s had a moment to gather himself and accept that the vehicle is not, in fact, a monster.Baths, however… absolutely not. Pugum is convinced that water is for drinking, not for being personally betrayed by. He will tolerate a bath, but he will make sure you know he is filing a formal complaint.He’s well‑behaved when left alone, crate trained, and has mastered the art of being both a busy boy and a champion napper. One minute he’s zooming around like he’s late for a very important meeting, and the next he’s snoring adorably with a toy still in his mouth.Pugum can’t wait to meet his forever family — preferably one that loves playtime, appreciates pug antics, and won’t try to give him a bath unless absolutely necessary. If you’re looking for a goofy, loving, toy‑obsessed sidekick, Pugum is ready to move in and make your home his kingdom.To get started on the adoption process, visit https://azfriends.org/testing/adopt.html to complete an adoption consultation form, and then stop by the Adoption Center to meet with one of our adoption counselors. Or you can just come and see us and fill out a consultation form upon arrival!No appointments are necessary and you can come and see us any time we are open. Please go to our website (www.azfriends.org) to fill out a consultation form then come and see us! We do require any family interested in meeting our dogs or cats to fill out a consultation form – this form helps us determine if the dog/cat and the home are a good match, since it is so easy to fall in love with a photo, without knowing the personality of the animal. Once you have filled out the online Adoption Consultation Form, just come in and see us (or come and see us and fill out the consultation form upon arrival)!Please note that ALL dogs and cats are available to the first home that meets the dog or cat that we feel is a good match. In order to help make the best match, we do want all family members (dogs and humans) to meet any potential new family member. Our adoption center hours are: Closed Sunday/Monday; Tuesday 10a-2p, Wednesday 3p-7p, Thursday 3p-7p, Friday 10a-2p, Saturday 10a-4p. We are located at 952 W Melody Avenue in Gilbert (zip code 85233).All animals are altered, vaccinated, microchipped, dewormed, licensed (dogs). Cats tested for FELV/FIV. Dogs tested for Heartworm. All animals are available to the first family that is a good match, and if we have more than one animal who is a good match, there will be a lottery for all matches. Note that families must have come in to our adoption center and spoken with an adoption counselor prior to any lottery (when we have lotteries, they usually occur on Saturday mornings).

Meet Meeko! This handsome 6-year-old, 32-pound Pug recently joined us from another facility and is looking for his forever home!Meeko is a sweet, affectionate boy who firmly believes there’s no such thing as too much attention. He loves being around people and will happily seek you out when he’s ready for a little extra love—which seems to be most of the time!Meeko also does well with other dogs, making him an easygoing little guy who enjoys both his canine friends and his human companions.If you’re looking for an affectionate companion who would love nothing more than to be part of your daily life, come meet Meeko. He’s ready to soak up all the love his forever family has to give!To get started in the process of meeting this dog, please visit https://azfriends.org/testing/adopt.html to complete an adoption consultation form, and then come by the Adoption Center to meet with one of our adoption counselors. No appointments are necessary and you can come and see us any time we are open. Please go to our website (www.azfriends.org) to fill out a consultation form then come and see us! We do require any family interested in meeting our dogs or cats to fill out a consultation form – this form helps us determine if the dog/cat and the home are a good match, since it is so easy to fall in love with a photo, without knowing the personality of the animal. Once you have filled out the online Adoption Consultation Form, just come in and see us (or come and see us and fill out the consultation form upon arrival)!Please note that ALL dogs and cats are available to the first home that meets the dog or cat that we feel is a good match. In the event there is more than one home interested in the same animal, a lottery may be held that will include all families that are at our adoption center at the time we open the day the animal becomes available. In order to help make the best match, we do want all family members (dogs and humans) to meet any potential new family member. Our adoption center hours are: Closed Sunday/Monday; Tuesday 10a-2p, Wednesday 3p-7p, Thursday 3p-7p, Friday 10a-2p, Saturday 10a-4p. We are located at 952 W Melody Avenue in Gilbert (zip code 85233).All animals are altered, vaccinated, microchipped, dewormed, licensed (dogs). Cats tested for FELV/FIV. Dogs tested for Heartworm. All animals are available to the first family that is a good match, and if we have more than one animal who is a good match, there will be a lottery for all matches. Note that families must have come in to our adoption center and spoken with an adoption counselor prior to any lottery (when we have lotteries, they usually occur on Saturday mornings).

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Agatha (aka Aggie, aka Dusty) Built Like a Meatball, Moves Like a Ferrari Hi, I'm Agatha I was found as a stray and FFR picked me up at AZ Humane. I'm a 3-year-old exotic bully lowrider, which basically means I'm built like a tiny tank and somehow still capable of reaching speeds that should probably require a permit. People keep calling me Darla 2.0, and honestly, I understand the comparison. We both have confidence, charm, and a strong belief that we deserve to be adored at all times. The difference is there can only be one Darla, and there can only be one Agatha. Trust me—we've discussed it. The Great Utah Competition I currently live with Darla, and we're actually pretty good friends. By "good friends," I mean we spend a large portion of every day competing for Utah's attention. If Utah sits down, we're both there. If Utah walks into a room, we're both there. If Utah so much as glances in our direction, we're suddenly convinced we haven't received affection in years. It's a very serious competition and we both take our responsibilities very seriously. Thankfully, Utah has enough love for everyone, even if Darla occasionally forgets that. Bedtime According to Agatha Every evening I have one simple and completely reasonable request: I get petted first. That's it. That's the rule. Once I receive the appropriate amount of attention, I happily settle down next to Harvey and Foster Dad and drift off to sleep. I'm not saying the bedtime routine revolves around me, but everyone seems much happier when it does. Food Is My Love Language I enjoy food in all forms, but Foster Dad's crockpot creations are on a completely different level. The second those smells start floating through the house, I become very interested in whatever is happening in the kitchen. Since coming into rescue, I've put on some healthy weight and I'm looking fantastic. My little lowrider body has filled out nicely, my coat looks great, and life is pretty sweet these days. Ball Is Life Do not let these short little legs fool you. The second the horse ball comes out, I transform into an athlete. I sprint around the yard with the rest of the pack like I've been preparing for the championship game my entire life. The ball doesn't even need to belong to me—I simply need to be involved in whatever excitement is taking place. The neighbors probably think we're hosting professional sporting events in the backyard. A Little Shy, A Lot Sweet When I meet new people or find myself somewhere unfamiliar, I can be a little shy at first. I like to take a minute, look around, and make sure everything feels safe before jumping right in. Once I settle in, though, I become part of the family very quickly. Foster Dad says I fit into the household like I'd always been there, and honestly, that's exactly how it feels. I love people, I love dogs, and I love being included in whatever is happening. Just a Tiny Tune-Up I do have a small mass on my ankle that will be removed, but it's simply a minor bump in the road. Other than that, I'm healthy, happy, and ready for whatever comes next. Rescue has helped me get back to feeling my best, and now I'm ready to find a family of my own. What I'm Looking For I'm looking for a family, some dog friends, a comfy couch, plenty of snacks, and humans who appreciate a girl with a big personality. If you're searching for a dog who is equal parts comedian, cuddle bug, athlete, best friend, and professional attention-seeker, I might be exactly who you're looking for. Just know that if you sit down, I fully intend to sit next to you. And if another dog gets there first... Well, let's just say I've had plenty of practice competing with Darla. Agatha is spay, vaccinated and microchipped and being fostered in Scottsdale, AZ. Her adoption donation fee is $1100.00 you can apply at freedomfrenchierescue.org

EET PIPPA — PERFECT EARS, PUPPY ENERGY & A HEART THAT JUST NEEDS A MINUTE FROM LAS VEGAS TO A WHOLE NEW LIFE Hi, I’m Pippa! I’m only about one year old, and I’m a French Bulldog/English Bulldog mix who came to Freedom Frenchie Rescue from the Las Vegas animal shelter. When I arrived, I was super skinny—you could see almost every rib on my little body—and I had missing fur and an injured foot that had developed an infection. My foot was wrapped, I started antibiotics, and within just a few weeks it has almost completely healed. My fur is looking great, I've gained some much-needed weight, and with another couple of pounds, everyone thinks I'm going to be absolutely perfect. GIVE ME A MINUTE BEFORE YOU DECIDE WHO I AM When you first meet me, I can come across a little testy or guarded because I'm still figuring out new people and situations. I've only been in rescue for about three weeks, and that's not very long when you're a one-year-old dog whose entire life has suddenly changed. Give me time to watch you, learn you, and understand that I'm safe, and you'll meet a completely different girl. Once I know you and trust the people around me, I'm incredibly sweet, affectionate, and happy to be part of everything. I’M STILL JUST A PUPPY I'm only one, so underneath that cautious first impression is a young girl who wants to have FUN. I love running around, exploring the backyard, checking out everything I can find, and going on walks with my foster mom. My leash skills aren't exactly award-winning yet, but I'm learning. There is so much of the world I haven't experienced, and I need a family that understands I'm still a puppy who needs guidance, structure, and opportunities to learn instead of expecting me to arrive knowing everything. “GO HOME,” AND I KNOW EXACTLY WHAT YOU MEAN My crate is actually one of my favorite places because it's my safe space. Tell me to “go home,” and I'll head right in. I'm perfectly content lying in there with the door open, relaxing and watching what's happening around me. I had a few pee accidents in my crate during my first week, but since then I've done incredibly well and don't normally have accidents in there. If I'm crated and need to go outside, I'll even bark to let you know, so please listen because I'm trying to communicate with you. I ALREADY KNOW THE DOGGY DOOR I've also figured out the doggy door, which is pretty impressive considering how recently my entire life changed. I'm learning the household routine quickly and doing a great job figuring out where I'm supposed to go. I'm not a dog who jumps all over people either, so while I definitely have puppy energy, it doesn't mean I'm launching myself at every human who walks through the door. OTHER DOGS ARE COOL, I’M JUST FIGURING THEM OUT I like being around other dogs, but I'm still learning how I fit into the group. I haven't really started wrestling and playing with everyone yet because right now I'm more interested in observing and getting comfortable. Occasionally, if I'm relaxing in my crate and another dog gets too close, I may react and let them know they're invading my space. I can also display some dominant behavior, but I'm very easily redirected and I haven't been going after or biting the other dogs. I simply need humans who will continue giving me structure and helping me make good choices. SMALLER CAST, PLEASE Because I'm still decompressing and learning how to interact appropriately, Freedom Frenchie Rescue would prefer a calmer home with only one or two other dogs rather than dropping me into a huge, chaotic pack. We're currently unsure about cats, so we aren't going to pretend we know how I'd feel about one. Children in my future home need to be 13 or older, giving me the calmer environment and personal space that will help me continue building confidence. BONES, TOYS & THE SWEETEST LITTLE MOUTH I love chewing on bones and playing with toys, and sometimes I'll even suckle on my toys, which is ridiculously cute considering I occasionally like to pretend I'm such a tough little bulldog. The funniest part is how gently I take treats. For a girl who came into rescue skinny enough that you could see her ribs, I don't snatch food from your hand or act like I'm competing for the last snack on Earth. I take my treats ever so gently, and yes, you will probably immediately want to give me another one. SPAY DAY WAS NOT MY FAVORITE DAY I was recently spayed, and I'm going to be very clear that I did not enjoy the recovery portion of that experience. I've been sleeping a lot and taking things easy while my body heals because apparently major surgery isn't something you're supposed to bounce right back from the next morning. My rescue is letting me rest and recover at my own pace, and once I'm feeling completely like myself again, I'm sure that puppy energy will be right back where I left it. EXCUSE ME, HAVE YOU SEEN MY EARS? We really need to discuss the most obvious feature on my entire body: HAVE YOU SEEN THESE EARS?! Freedom Frenchie Rescue has seen a whole lot of bulldog ears, and apparently mine are some of the most perfect ears to ever come through this rescue—right up there with Yogurt. They're enormous, they're magnificent, and I'm fairly certain they deserve their own adoption application. Whether they actually improve my listening skills remains to be seen, but aesthetically, they're a solid 10 out of 10. I’VE CHANGED A LOT IN ONLY THREE WEEKS Think about everything that's happened in such a short amount of time. I left a shelter, traveled into rescue, started treatment for an infected foot, began gaining weight, watched my fur start growing back, learned a new house, figured out a doggy door, learned that my crate is safe, met new humans and dogs, and then got spayed. That's a LOT for a one-year-old girl to process in just a few weeks, and I'm already showing everyone how much potential is hiding underneath that initial guarded exterior. DON’T MISS OUT ON THE GIRL I’M BECOMING I'm not looking for someone who expects me to walk through their door and instantly understand my entire new life. I'm looking for someone calm and consistent who will let me settle in, continue teaching me, respect my safe space, and understand that trust is what brings out the very best version of Pippa. Give me that, and you're getting a sweet, funny, curious little bulldog who loves her bones, toys, backyard adventures, walks, dog friends, gentle treats, and the people she learns are hers. SERIOUSLY, DON’T LET SOMEONE ELSE GET THESE EARS I'm only one year old, and I've already made incredible progress in three short weeks. I'm healthier, gaining weight, healing beautifully, learning quickly, and becoming sweeter and more comfortable every day. There is so much life ahead of me and so much personality still waiting to come out. Anyone scrolling past this girl without applying might want to take another look, because underneath those absolutely ridiculous ears is one very special little bulldog—and somebody is going to be incredibly lucky to call me theirs. Pippa is spay, vaccinated and microchipped her adoption donation fee is $1150.00 and you can apply for her on our website freedomfrenchierescue.org. She is currently being fostered in Mesa, AZ.