Please read this entire page so you understand the adoption process. Once you have read it, click on the highlighted text at the bottom of the page that states "I have read and understand the adoption process". This will take you to the adoption application form. Filling out this form is the first step in the adoption process.
DFW Pug Rescue Club, Inc. does not "sell" pugs , we adopt them out to compatible homes for an adoption fee of $200.00 for mature pugs and $300 for puppies.
Pugs are
NOT
placed on a "first come, first served" basis.
We try to match up the needs of the pug with the desires and lifestyle of the adopting family. Pugs who are adopted through us have received their shots, a heartworm test, are on heartworm preventative, and have been examined by a veterinarian. In many cases, the dog may have had other medical procedures or surgery while in our care. In all cases the pugs will be adopted only after having been spayed or neutered. There will be no exceptions. DFW Pug Rescue will disclose any medical conditions which we know about prior to the adoption. These are rescue pugs however, and very little or nothing is known about their prior care or treatment. We cannot in any way guarantee the health of these pugs. If the health of a pug is more important to you than rescuing a homeless pug, perhaps a breeder would better suit you.
1. The first step in applying to adopt a rescued pug is to fill out the application. A link to the application is located at the bottom of this page. Or you can send a self addressed stamped envelope to DFWPRC, P.O. Box 2591, Grapevine, TX 76099-2591. And we will mail you one. Be sure to fill out the entire application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. If there is additional information which you think might be helpful, feel free to attach additional pages.
2. When we have a pug which we feel might be a suitable match for you, we will give you a call.
3. When pugs come into DFWPRC they are taken directly to one of our veterinary clinics. DFWPRC makes every effort to place pugs within 72 hours of rescue.
4. The last step in the adoption process, The agreement requires, among other things, that the adoptive family keep the dog current on all vaccinations and medications, and contact DFWPRC if they can no longer keep the dog for any reason, returning the dog to DFWPRC in that event. DFWPRC reserves the right to make home visits to our adopted pugs. A DFWPRC dog cannot be sold or placed with someone other than the adopting family. If for any reason you are unable to keep the pug you adopt, the pug MUST be returned to DFWPRC and may not be given or sold to your neighbor, friend, relative, animal shelter, humane society, veterinarian or anyone else.
5. The time you can expect to wait until you hear from DFWPRC depends on many factors. DFWPRC takes into consideration many things when placing a dog, and the more open you are to age, color, gender, physical condition or pug mixes, the more likely you will hear from us sooner. We cannot predict how many, or what type of pugs or pug mixes come through our rescue, and cannot therefore predict how long your wait will be. Puppies are, as a general rule, not turned into rescue, (especially not healthy puppies) and the average age of our rescues is about 5 years old or older. Because of this, if you are adamant about getting a young (under the age of 2), healthy pug, the wait may be several months to several years.
6. We are an all-volunteer organization. Our first priority is to get abandoned and relinquished dogs safely into our program as quickly as possible. In addition to the actual hands-on rescuing and placing of dogs, there are a myriad of other duties, such as outreach, fundraising, and administrative tasks that need to be done on a daily basis. Our volunteers also have jobs, families and pets of their own that they need to tend to. There are only a small handful of people in DFWPRC who are responsible for all of these tasks (as well as many unexpected ones), so we ask for your patience and understanding in having to wait to be contacted. We assure you, the wait will be worth it. When you decide to open up your heart and home to a rescued pug or pug mix, it's a decision that will bring you much joy.
7. While you are waiting for a rescue pug, we strongly suggest you research the pug breed so you are well acquainted with the daily care associated with a pug or pug mix. We also suggest that you research diseases common to the breed so you are well prepared to make the commitment for a lifetime of love and friendship. The average life span of a pug is 14-17 years. Please do not consider adopting if you will not be able to meet this very important commitment. You must also understand that Pugs are FULL TIME indoor dogs and cannot be expected to stay outdoors for extended periods.
If you purchase a pug or adopt a pug from another source or are otherwise no longer interested in adopting from DFWPRC, please send us a note or email so we may take you off of our list.
|