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Pug puppies and dogs in Santa Cruz, California

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ESME

Pug Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, 3 mos
Santa Cruz, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Meet Esme, the pug terrier mix! Esme came to the Shelter after her previous guardians were unable to continue caring for her. Typical to puppies her age, Esme is still needing to learn life skills and manners to help her grow up into a good canine citizen. This can include leash walking, potty training, etc. Esme may do well in a home with other animals and/or children with a slow, thoughtful introduction. Esme is available for preadoption at this time – come in, fall in love and you can take her, home after her spay surgery!Now through February 15th, all adoption fees are reduced to $33 - come to the Shelter today to adopt your very own Valentine!The Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation is now offering “Pawsitivity Bucks” with every dog adoption. This $200 training voucher is a way for newly adopted canines and their guardians to connect with local positive reinforcement based behavior consultants and get their relationship started off on the right paw!Please note: Our Santa Cruz location’s Shelter hours are 11-6pm, 7 days a week! Although clients can walk through and see any animals in their kennels during open hours, we end “meet and greets” (aka meeting an animal out of the kennel) at 4:30pm every day. If you’d like to meet an animal out of the kennel, please arrive before 4:00pm to allow for time to discuss individual animals and meet them.

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ESME

Pug Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, 3 mos
Santa Cruz, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Story
Meet Esme, the pug terrier mix! Esme came to the Shelter after her previous guardians were unable to continue caring for her. Typical to puppies her age, Esme is still needing to learn life skills and manners to help her grow up into a good canine citizen. This can include leash walking, potty training, etc. Esme may do well in a home with other animals and/or children with a slow, thoughtful introduction. Esme is available for preadoption at this time – come in, fall in love and you can take her, home after her spay surgery!Now through February 15th, all adoption fees are reduced to $33 - come to the Shelter today to adopt your very own Valentine!The Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation is now offering “Pawsitivity Bucks” with every dog adoption. This $200 training voucher is a way for newly adopted canines and their guardians to connect with local positive reinforcement based behavior consultants and get their relationship started off on the right paw!Please note: Our Santa Cruz location’s Shelter hours are 11-6pm, 7 days a week! Although clients can walk through and see any animals in their kennels during open hours, we end “meet and greets” (aka meeting an animal out of the kennel) at 4:30pm every day. If you’d like to meet an animal out of the kennel, please arrive before 4:00pm to allow for time to discuss individual animals and meet them.

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Mocha

Pug Boston Terrier

Female, Adult
Campbell, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Sweet, affectionate female pug mix looking for a loving new home. She is being rehomed due to our infant daughter testing highly allergic to dogs. This decision was made with her best interest in mind, as she deserves a home where she can continue to receive love and attention without health concerns. She is friendly, gentle, and great with kids, dogs, and cats, making her a wonderful companion for the right family.

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Hazel

Pug Jack Russell Terrier

Female, 1 yr
Gilroy, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Hazel, a loving and playful young girl who is sure to bring joy and laughter into your life! With her affectionate and friendly nature, she will quickly become your best friend and a beloved member of your family. Hazel is an intelligent and athletic dog who is always up for a game or a good cuddle on the couch. Her funny and charming personality will keep you entertained for hours. She is eager to learn and would be the perfect companion for an active household. With her wonderful personality and good looks, Hazel is sure to capture the hearts of everyone she meets. Come and meet this amazing girl today—she can't wait to find her forever home!

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Bowser

Pug

Male, 10 yrs 1 mo
Pacific Grove, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Looks like: Pug Male, 10 years old (estimated), 18 pounds Sweet Bowser is happiest when he's with his people. He would love a home where he can be your constant companion, whether that's lounging on the couch, following you from room to room, or soaking up all the affection you're willing to give. Bowser is incredibly gentle, super sweet, and endlessly cuddly. He gets along wonderfully with other dogs and even kitties. He would do great in a home with canine friends. Bowser joined us from Contra Costa Animal Services after he was picked up as a stray. Sadly, his guardians never returned to reclaim him, and due to the shelter being overfull and Bowser's senior status, he found his way to the POMDR pack.

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Santa's Little Helper

Pug

Male, 8 yrs 1 mo
Pacific Grove, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Looks like: Pug mix Male, 8 years old (estimated), 20 pounds Meet Santa's Little Helper, a festive senior Pug who brings holiday cheer everywhere he goes! This jolly little guy is like a year-round celebration, bursting with bubbly energy, cheerful enthusiasm, and a spirit that could rival Santa himself. He adores people and spreads joy like confetti, greeting everyone with happy wiggles and a heart full of love. Santa's Little Helper is also wonderfully social with other dogs and truly shines when he's surrounded by friends. Sweet, merry, and full of sparkle, he's ready to sleigh his way into a forever home where the love, laughter, and cuddles never end. Santa's Little Helper joined POMDR from Hitchcock Road Animal Services after being found stray.

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Pudding

Pug Chihuahua

Female, Young
Sunnyvale, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Personality: sweet, sassy &#226&#128&#139&#226&#128&#139&#226&#128&#139Breed: pug/chi mix Age: est DOB 11/06/25 &#226&#128&#139&#226&#128&#139Weight:  5lbs &#226&#128&#139&#226&#128&#139Sex: female Rescued from Firebaugh Pudding loves life and is ready to explore  She great with all dogs big and small Takes social cues well from dogs as well Sleeps well in a crate during the day and at night Loves toys and chew bones  Great with kids even letting them carry her around Very food motivated Working on potty training outside - she completely gets that she is supposed to do her business when outside Mouthy so need to watch that around babies and toddlers Doing really well on a leash too! She’s simply the perfect combo of a fun personality mixed with a snuggle bum. She will be such an amazing family dog with a little training bc she’s also very smart.  www.coppersdream.org If you are interested in adopting this dog please visit this link to get the adoption process started. We hold adoption events from San Francisco to the South Bay. Most dogs will be ready to go home the day of the adoption event. We accept credit cards and cash for our adoption fees. While adoption events are a great showcase for these amazing dogs, you don't need an adoption event to adopt a dog.  Check out our adoptable pups, submit an application, and then meet them at their foster home! We try to post the dogs that are attending on Facebook before the event, please visit and like us on Facebook. To View other dogs up for adoption please visit our website. February 10, 2026, 12:28 am

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Pug shelters & rescues in Santa Cruz, California

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for Pug puppies in Santa Cruz, California. Browse these Pug rescues and shelters below.

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2.5 miles

Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter

1001 Rodriguez Avenue, Santa Cruz, 580 Airport Blvd, Watsonville, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals, horses, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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Rescue

25.1 miles

South County Tail Waggers

Gilroy, CA 95020

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

25.7 miles

Peace of Mind Dog Rescue

PO Box 51554, Pacific Grove, CA 93950

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

27.3 miles

Copper's Dream

Sunnyvale, CA 94085

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

31.4 miles

Doggie Protective Services (DPS Rescue)

Palo Alto, CA 94306

Pet Types: cats, dogs, farm animals

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Shelter

33.4 miles

Monterey County Animal Services

160 Hitchcock Road, Salinas, CA 93908

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Shelter

38.5 miles

Tri-City Animal Shelter

1950 Stevenson Blvd, Fremont, CA 94538

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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Where do Pugs come from? How many types of Pugs are there? From the history of the breed to question about average height, weight and size, brush up on these basic facts about the Pug.

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