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Pug puppies and dogs in South Gate, California

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BOWIE

Pug

Male, 1 yr 5 mos
Bell Gardens, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
BOWIE: Pug Mix • Neutered Male • 1.5 Years Old • 22 lbs BOWIE is a wonderfully sweet, loving, and calm boy who is simply looking for someone to give him the forever home he deserves. He has a gentle, docile personality and is an easygoing companion who enjoys being close to people. Bowie loves going for walks and riding in the car, especially when he gets to be part of the adventure. He gets along well with other dogs, does not bark excessively, and is not destructive. His calm and affectionate nature makes him a wonderful companion for someone looking for a sweet, well-mannered dog. Sadly, Bowie was taken to a grooming and veterinary clinic for a check-up and grooming, but his owners never returned for him. The phone number they provided was invalid, and despite the clinic staff waiting for them to come back, no one ever did. Bowie was left living in a cage with no one coming to claim him. When the rescuer learned about his situation, she asked that he be released to her so he could have a chance at a better life. If you think you can offer BOWIE the loving home she deserves, please contact Reyna: Email: miracledogrescue@gmail.com Phone: 323-383-8883
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CANELA

Pug Chihuahua

Female, 2 yrs
Downey, 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
Hello, my name is Canela! I’m a 2-year-old chug (half chihuahua and half pug!). I am super sweet and playful. I was rescued from the streets of Tijuana Mexico. I am looking for my forever home in or around the Los Angeles area! I am such a playful puppy I get along with other dogs, kids, CATS and all people!!!! Please consider me for adoption! Ask my rescue for a meet-n-greet! :) Please contact my rescue here: 562-328-5276 (Text or call)
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Wezley

Pug

Male, 4 yrs 3 mos
Gardena, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Wezley is about 4 years old, just over 20 pounds, and fully aware that he has opinions.He came to us after being relinquished because he started resource guarding his previous owner from her husband. Wezley takes his people very seriously, what can he say! In the right home, this is something that can be worked on. He is currently on medication for anxiety, and with structure, training, and continued socialization, he has a lot of potential to improve.Now that you know the serious part, here’s the real Wezley:He is a velcro pug in the truest sense. He wants to be near his person, always. He loves cuddles, sunshine, car rides, walks, running around, and rolling in grass like it’s his job. Then he’ll flip the switch and happily go off to sleep on his own like nothing happened.He also knows a ton of cues already: sit, stay, down, spin, roll, speak, wait, shake, outside, and all variations of “food” and “treat.” He is very smart and very food motivated, which is a big advantage for continued training.He does have some things he’s not a fan of, including nail trims, ear cleaning, loud noises, some male humans, and some larger dogs. So he’ll do best with structure, clear boundaries, and someone who understands dog body language and management.Since being with us, Wezley has actually done well with other dogs and all the people he's met! He can groom and relax with other dogs and enjoys being part of a calmer group energy. He also really likes people and is very into attention and belly rubs once he trusts you.Wezley is a lot of dog in a small body. Smart, affectionate, intense about his people, and full of personality. He’s not a beginner dog, but in the right home, he’s going to be deeply loyal and very attached to his person. He knows exactly who he is. Now he just needs someone who’s ready for that! Could that be you? Please inquire today!
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Rook

Pug

Male, 4 yrs 2 mos
Gardena, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Rook is a bit of a mystery. Most of the time, he's a quiet guy who would rather hang back and watch the room than be right in the middle of it. Then, every once in a while, something flips a switch and you get a glimpse of his other personality...the one who decides it's time to chase his own tail and go a little bonkers! But underneath the goofy moments is a dog who has had a lot to figure out.Rook is 4 years old and weighs 20 pounds. He originally arrived at the North Central Shelter as an owner surrender, and unfortunately, it was obvious that his previous owner had not been taking care of him. He came in with a large, infected wound on his side and a severely damaged eye. We went and got him and brought him back to Pug Nation so he could finally get the care he needed, and find him the loving forever home he deserves.His eye was in particularly bad shape. He had a melting ulcer that left him completely blind in that eye, although thankfully treatment was enough to save the eye itself and he did not need it removed. His wound has also healed, and physically, Rook is doing much better. Now we're working on the emotional part: teaching Rook that he doesn't have to be on guard anymore.He's still a little unsure about being handled in certain situations. Putting a harness on him can make him reactive, which makes sense considering the trauma he had around his side. There are also some spots where touching him can trigger that frantic tail-chasing episode. These aren't things we're going to pretend don't exist, his adopter should understand his quirks and be willing to let him settle in rather than expecting him to immediately be a perfectly polished houseguest.But spend some time with Rook and you'll see the sweet dog underneath all of that! He LOVES food. And when we say loves food, we mean he takes treats with the enthusiasm of a tiny shark who has just spotted its prey. He's extremely food motivated, which is going to be a huge asset as he continues learning that humans can be safe, predictable, and actually pretty great.He also does well with other dogs and enjoys having canine company around. With people, he's friendly once he's comfortable, but he's not going to be everyone's instant best friend. He's still figuring things out. And that's okay. Rook doesn't need someone who expects him to walk through the door and immediately be perfect. He needs someone who can look at this goofy, special little dog and think, “Okay. We'll figure it out.”For now, we'd recommend a home without small children while he continues building confidence and learning what it feels like to be handled gently. Someone patient, observant, and willing to let Rook set the pace would be ideal. He's already come a long way, now he just needs someone willing to stick around long enough to see what he's capable of becoming. Interested in giving Rook his chance? Please inquire today!
Special Needs
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Sidekick *special needs*

Pug

Male, 5 yrs 4 mos
Gardena, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Sidekick! 22 pounds and 5 years old, he first came through a local shelter way back in 2022. At the time he was just a normal happy Pug who was adopted and went off to start his life. But four years later he found himself back at that exact same shelter except this time, he was a completely different dog.He was having a very hard time keeping his balance. His back legs stood unusually wide apart, his steps were exaggerated and unsteady, and every now and then he'd lose his footing and take a tumble. Even eating could be tricky because he gets little tremors when he's trying to reach his food.The shelter was concerned and overwhelmed by his condition, so we brought him into Pug Nation and started looking for answers. Sidekick eventually had an MRI, and unfortunately, it gave us one. His cerebellum, the part of the brain responsible for coordination and balance, has undergone degeneration. His condition is called cerebellar abiotrophy, a progressive disease that causes the cerebellum to gradually deteriorate. There isn't a treatment that can reverse it, and eventually his condition will progress.We can't tell you is exactly when, Sidekick could have a limited amount of time. But he could have years. We simply don't know what his timeline will look like. What we do know is what Sidekick is doing with the time he has right now. He's living. And he's really, really good at it.Sidekick is curious about everything. He loves attention and absolutely melts when someone gives him affection. He's a cuddler. He's a sweetheart. He's mellow, gentle, and genuinely happy to be around people. And despite the fact that his body doesn't always cooperate with him, Sidekick doesn't seem particularly interested in letting that stop him from enjoying himself!He gets along wonderfully with other dogs and has been great with everyone he's met. He isn't looking for a complicated life. He wants someone nearby, a comfortable place to rest, some affection, and the chance to be included. Sidekick is a special-needs dog, and his future home will need to understand that his condition is progressive. He needs a patient person who won't mind helping him navigate his environment and who can give him the supervision and care he'll need as things change. Ideally, his person won't be gone for long hours and will either have experience with special-needs dogs or be willing to learn.Because of his prognosis, Sidekick is available either as a long-term foster or through a hospice adoption. We know the word “hospice” can sound heavy. But just look at Sidekick! Right now, he's not thinking about the future. He's thinking about who's going to pet him. He's thinking about what that noise was. He's thinking about whether someone has snacks. He's thinking about what he can investigate next! He's just a happy little dog who wants to be loved.And if his time is shorter than we'd like, then we'd like every single day of it to be full of soft beds, warm laps, gentle hands, good food, and someone telling him what a good boy he is. We'd really like the rest of his story to be about being loved. If you think you could be that person for him, please inquire today!
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Dazzle

Pug

Female, 6 yrs
Gardena, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
We have a theory that Dazzle has never met a stranger. She has never met a person she didn't immediately like, a lap she didn't want to investigate, or a yard she couldn't somehow turn into her personal racetrack.This big girl is about 6 years old and weighs a whopping 37 pounds, and yes, she is every bit as delightful as she is substantial. Dazzle was found as a stray and ended up at SEAACA before we heard about her and rushed over to bring her to Pug Nation.The first thing you'll notice about Dazzle is her face. She is ALWAYS smiling. We're not sure how she does it, but Dazzle has this permanent happy expression that makes it nearly impossible not to smile back. Then she waddles over, leans into you, and suddenly you've got a big cuddle bug trying to become your new best friend. She's naturally friendly and trusting with people and absolutely loves attention. She is a serious cuddler and seems to believe that there is no such thing as too much affection. She also does great with other dogs and is happy to have canine friends around.And don't let the chunk fool you...this girl can MOVE. Once she's out in the yard, Dazzle will break into a full-blown case of the zoomies, and watching her barrel around with complete confidence is pretty entertaining. She's surprisingly agile and has plenty of pep when she wants to show it off.Dazzle is overweight, and we'd like to see her lose some pounds so she can be healthier and more comfortable. Fortunately, she has been a very good sport about her diet. She may have had to give up some of the less-than-ideal snacks, but thankfully nobody told her carrots and blueberries aren't delicious, because those have become some of her favorite treats.Honestly, Dazzle doesn't seem particularly bothered by any of it. She's too busy having a good time. That's what we love about her, she's just happy. Happy to see you, to make friends, to go outside, to play, cuddle, to eat a blueberry. She's one of those dogs who makes herself memorable without even trying. She's got the personality, the smile, the giant cuddle factor, and enough silly energy to keep things interesting.Now she just needs a family who will keep her healthy and active, and give this spectacular girl the forever home she's been waiting for. Dazzle is ready to meet you! Please inquire today!

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SALLY JO BROWN (SENIOR)

Pit Bull Terrier Bulldog

Female, 12 yrs 3 mos
South Gate, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet SALLY JO BROWN. She a sweet 11 year old senior gal who we rescued from West LA shelter. Her former owner lost their home and could no longer keep Sally Jo and her younger sister who was adopted. The volunteers put out a plea for her and now she's with DDR looking for a forever home. Her owner reported she was chill and relaxed with pretty much everything except cats. She lived with children and another dog. They also reported she was housebroken. Sally Jo weighs about 70lbs. Check out her exit from the shelter and video plea here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DFl6AGdRb6K/?img_index=2 Sally Jo has some managable medical issues. She has some masses that were removed, arthritis, chronic ear infections, and an eye issue that is being treated with drops. (Ask us about our forever foster program that can help with these costst.) If you'd like to meet this sweet old lady who just wants a nice walk and a comfy bed, please fill out our brief application at https://downtowndogrescue.org/adoption-questionnaire

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Pug shelters & rescues in South Gate, California

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2.2 miles

Miracle Dog Rescue

Bell Gardens, CA 90201

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

4.7 miles

Karina's Rescues

P.O. Box 39846, Downey, CA 90239

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Rescue

6.6 miles

Pug Nation Rescue of Los Angeles

PO Box 484, Gardena, CA 90248

Pet Types: dogs

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Shelter

6.8 miles

South L.A. Animal Care Center - Los Angeles Animal Services

1850 W 60th St, Los Angeles, CA 90047

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

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Rescue

7.6 miles

Ozzie and Friends Rescue CA

Los Angeles, CA 90303

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

7.9 miles

Fur Baby Rescue

3030 S Hill Street, Los Angeles, CA 90007

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

8 miles

Compassion Kind LA

Los Angeles, CA 90062

Pet Types: dogs

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Shelter

9.2 miles

spcaLA -- South Bay

12910 Yukon Ave., Hawthorne, CA 90250

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

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Shelter

11 miles

spcaLA -- Los Angeles

5026 W Jefferson Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90016

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

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Rescue

11.2 miles

Gone to the Dogs Rescue Inc.

Redondo Beach, CA 90278

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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