Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with cats,
Story
Say hello to Pugberto, a handsome little Pug mix from Mexico who is ready to trade his days of waiting for a lifetime of love. Pugberto may not take up much room in your home, but he certainly takes up a BIG place in your heart. This funny, playful, incredibly photogenic boy has a personality that is impossible to forget.
Pugberto is happiest when he is close to his people. Pick him up and cuddle him, and you'll quickly discover one of his favorite things in the world. He absolutely loves affection, being carried, and having those adorable cheeks gently squeezed. But don't let his cuddly side fool you - Pugberto also knows how to have fun! He enjoys playing, especially when there are good chewing toys involved.
With his medium energy level, he would love a family who will include him in daily life, give him regular walks and playtime, and then let him settle in beside them for some well-earned cuddles. And there is one very important thing you should know about this little guy: Pugberto is a professional food thief. If you leave a snack or unattended plate within reach, he may decide that it has been personally offered to him. His future family will need to keep food safely out of his way - because Pugberto apparently believes that every meal is a community meal, and he is the community!
On walks, Pugberto is a good leash companion and enjoys getting out to explore. He could adapt well to a variety of homes with the right family and routine. When it comes to other dogs, Pugberto has some preferences. He generally does best with female dogs. Slow, careful introductions are important, and he may be happiest as the only male dog in the home or alongside a compatible, spayed female. Pugberto is also frightened by thunderstorms. During storms, he will need a family who understands that fear and will help him feel safe. A quiet indoor space, closed curtains and windows, comforting companionship, and a cozy place to retreat can help him get through those scary moments. What Pugberto needs most is not perfection. He needs understanding and someone who will laugh at his silly antics, protect him from stormy nights, keep the dinner table safely guarded, give him toys to chew, take him for walks, and - most importantly - give him the love and security he deserves.
In return, Pugberto promises to bring his whole personality with him: the playful moments, the hilarious food-stealing attempts, the cuddles, the funny expressions, and those irresistible cheeks.
Good with women: Yes
Good with men: Yes
Good with kids: Yes older children recommended as his interactions with kids has been limited
Good with other dogs: Yes, but prefers females.
Good with cats: Yes
House trained: Yes
Crate trained: No, he does not currently enjoy being in a crate, but he can learn with gradual, positive crate training
Energy level: Low-medium
Can be handled/touched: Yes, he loves affection, cuddles, and being pampered
Barker: No
Flight risk: No; however, all dogs should be considered flight risks in new environments
Food aggressive: No
Current food: Kirkland chicken dry food
Walks on leash: Yes, he walks well on leash
Leash reactive to people or dogs: No
Rides well in car: Yes
Destructive: No
Needs a home with a yard: Preferred, but he does not need a large yard as long as he gets regular walks and potty breaks
Needs a home with another dog: No, Pugberto would be perfectly happy as an only dog. If there is another dog in the home, a female would be the best match.
Can live in an apartment: Yes Please visit our website niagaradogrescue.com to learn more about this amazing pet and to see other available dogs.
