I've had the privilege of working with this rescue for about ten years now. If I'm being TRULY honest, I don't even have an affinity for pugs necessarily but slowly getting to meet these people and seeing the amazing work they do, I knew I wanted to be a part of it. Whether you're looking to adopt, foster, or just put your money toward doing some good in the world, I cannot recommend this rescue enough.
PugHearts pug rescue is one of the best run dog rescues in the country. The dogs I have adopted are completely vetted and so loved by their fosters. This group is well organized, knowledgeable, and very caring. PugHearts is top notch!
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I became a volunteer for Pughearts in 2018. I can honestly say, without a doubt, that Pughearts of Houston Pug Rescue is one of the best rescues in the country. I feel very blessed to be a part of this caring group of people. They truly live by their motto, “Any pug, at any age, in any condition, anytime!” As a foster for Pughearts I have seen and experienced so many life changing pug rescues. My current foster, Sybil, is 14. Her story is just one of many. Sybil was rescued by a group of Pughearts ladies that drove HOURS to rescue a group of pugs from a puppy mill. Poor Sybil was filthy, had an eye ulcer, an ear infection, nails that were so long that they crossed over each other, and mouth of only 3 (yes, 3) rotten teeth. But the saddest part, she didn’t know what it meant to be loved. Fast forward to today. Thanks to Pughearts and generous donations this girl is beautiful and healthy. She now knows what it means to be loved—-and will follow you all through the house to get it! Meet the lovely Pughearts Sybil! (aka Sybie, Sybs, Ole Lady, Sweet Love) She is truly thankful for Pughearts and it’s donors!
Jayne Strickland
Absolutely love the work PugHearts of Houston does! It’s incredible how people come together from all over to help sick, hurting and dying pugs. Such a worthy organization!
I have been a fan of PugHearts of Houston for 10 years. I have adopted 2 Pugs,
and have fostered many Pugs. They spare no expense in caring for the Pugs in rescue with the best home care and medical care. They are second to none.
We have been both an adopter and a volunteer for Pugsheart of Houston! What a group whose main concern is to make sure all pugs are healthy, loving, adoptable, and go to homes (in home inspection) ready for one of their dogs! Personally we go back approximately 9 years when we adopted our first of two pugs and eventually foster a few them into good homes! You just can’t go wrong with adopting a pug from Pugsheart, because they will always be there for the dog, as well as foster parents.
This rescue has so much Heart! I watch them take all the Pugs in need, injured, sick, frightened, abandoned! PugHearts deserves to be rated number #1. For them it is always about the Pugs!
I am an adopter and love all the care they gave my adopted dog before I got her.
We have adopted 5 pugs from Pughearts in the last 16 years. Our experience with this group of amazing volunteers has been outstanding. They always put the PUG first and are so thorough with treatment, foster care, adoption process and placement. All of our babies had to have at least 2K in care just to be adoptable and yet their adoption rates are so reasonable for what they spend. The volunteers behind this group are beyond amazing and sacrifice so much. We will forever adopt only from PugHearts and have already made contribution plans for this organization in our will. Their financial transparency is so commendable in an age of scammers. I would give this group all the stars! Here is a picture of my current three PH babies!
I have adopted 11 pugs from PugHearts since the organization became non-profit pug rescue in the Houston area in 2007. Every single time, the adoption process/pug match was thoroughly vetted, professionally handled, and all done in the best interest of the pugs. I have since become more involved in helping fundraise and volunteer to support PugHearts' efforts to rescue and re-home more pugs into loving homes. From many years of insight, this non-profit truly fulfills the mission of dedicating all of it's efforts and funds to rescue pugs in need and give them their best lives in the future.
PugHearts truly embodies their belief of "Any Pug, at Any Age, in Any Condition, at Any Time." My family has adopted from PugHearts 6 times since 2017. Each time was an easy experience, and PugHearts helped us transition our pets to our homes and provided support to us during this process. Our lives have been enriched greatly by the pugs PugHearts brought into our lives. We are forever grateful to PugHearts, and I know the pugs appreciate them too!
I love Pughearts, I have adopted several pugs from them and fostered. I had a long term foster that had a lot of health issues, Cindy was ALWAYS there, even at 3am in the morning. She was on the phone with me up until the end with Ophelia. I can’t recommend this rescue enough, they mean what they say, any pug, anytime anywhere.
Our family has been involved with the organization since 2015 and it is the best run organization we have ever experienced. They don't shy away from medical animals, they run towards them. Pictured here is Grayson, a dog that was given a week to live due to heart failure. While he will remain in the rescue's care as a hospice dog, he will be celebrating 4 years with us on October 20th. This dog would have been euthanized in the Rio Grande Valley had it not been for this organization. He and over 5000 others owe their lives to this amazing group of people and we will never not be thankful!
I run my own rescue in Fort Worth I was at the dog show and I know these guys have over a hundred dogs of there own. I was there with a dog we have had in my rescue two years. These guys went above and beyond and she will be on her way to a new home today and not only that they helped get tons of pictures I can’t thank them enough
Eight years ago my family adopted our sweet Barnabus from PugHearts. I cannot tell you how wonderful everyone was throughout the process. When PugHearts tells you they will always be there for you they are not kidding. If we had questions along the way large or small, there was always someone who would give us an answer and put us in the right direction. When Barnabus was diagnosed with skin cancer the rescue was there for us again in so many ways. Ultimately, God called Barnabus home but my connection with PugHearts is still there. I am thankful everyday for this group that brought so much love into my life.
We joined this group of extraordinary people and dogs three years ago. They without question do everything possible to help every pug that comes into their purview. . No expense is spared when they take in a pug. Their focus is laser sharp when it comes to providing exactly what each dog needs to live it's best life. They even give the utmost respect to those that they couldn't save or that have already passed. We've personally picked up pugs on the side of the road that had passed and PH have paid for their cremation, inscribed urn and all. No dog will ever be forgotten, no dog will ever have to go through hard times again in their care. Cindy and team are simply the BEST rescue we've ever been a part of.
Pughearts is the absolute best foster group I have ever fostered for! They go above and beyond for these babies; many of which would have not made it without the extensive medical care they lovingly provide! I really wished I had started fostering with them sooner! So great to see how these puggies are so loved and cared for. - Amy K
I’ve only volunteered with Pug Hearts a few months and absolutely love them. The rescue is a built up of an amazing team that works together to help Any pug, Any age Any time! The director Cindy is so supportive and appreciative of all we do and is available to help guide us with any questions or concerns. The dogs know they are loved and safe the moment we get them. Pug Hearts is the best rescue I’ve ever volunteered for.
I have adopted 5 Pugs from this rescue. They are compassionate beyond belief. Will never buy another dog again. Rescue is the way to go and this rescue goes above and beyond.
PugHearts truly lives its mission of Any Pug, in Any Condition, at Any Time. My family and I have adopted 5x since 2017. Each time the adoption process was smooth, with clear outlined processes. Organization is very transparent about its medical bills and expenses. Rest assured, all funds go towards the pugs! They have an AMAZING network of volunteers. The vet PugHearts uses is phenomenal. I used to drive 2.5 hours ONE WAY to see this vet with my pugs. I have lived in 7 different states. This is the best rescue BY FAR that I have encountered. If you are looking for a pug, ADOPT, don't shop, and adopt from PugHearts!
I'm new to this rescue but I am blown away by the community and the work that Erika, Cindy and the others do for ANY pug in need. I am so glad to be a part of this rescue family.
This rescue goes above and beyond for any pug in need. ANY PUG. They will take all ages and all medical needs. The dogs know love from the minute a volunteer touches them.
Pughearts is amazing. Truly so much love and care goes into each lucky pug that ends up coming through their doors. It really is all about the pugs. I can’t say enough about this fantastic rescue.
This is the best rescue! 100% of the donations go to the care of the pugs. I was so impressed with this rescue that I decided to become a foster. Years ago, they worked with a rescue in China to save pugs that were on their way to the meat market. This rescue is full of compassion and dedication to help pugs. Btw, this is Shayna originally from China. Now she is enjoying a privileged life because of PugHearts.
I was approved to adopt about 10 years ago with this rescue and started to foster and help as I could with the pugs. I can unequivocally state that everything they do is in the best interest of the pugs. It is a joy to volunteer for this rescue and through it we adopted our sweet Willa who’s our little girl.
PugHearts genuinely live out its mission of "Any pug, at any age, in any condition, any time." This dear sweet dog, Ash, was held captive for the first 8 years of his life by a backyard breeder. He had webbed feet, no potty training, and was heartworm positive. With PugHearts help, I've been able to rehabilitate him from his heartworm disease and his lack of potty training, and simply showed him what love is for the first time in his life. The work this organization does is truly astounding and gives me faith in humankind.
Pughearts saved the lives of both my babies, Luther and Effie. Luther was transported from Mexico in terrible condition, and was loved back to health by an amazing foster family. Effie was found roaming the streets in Houston, as a wild animal, but settled into my house as a foster - and foster failed 9 days later. One year later, they are both living their best lives. The commitment that all the members of Pughearts shows to the precious souls is too valuable to even put a price on. They love these pugs, and do everything they can to live up to their tagline of “any pug, any time, in any condition”.
This rescue will forever have my heart. Because of Pughearts, my Brando got a second chance at life. I hate calling it a “second” chance because his “first” chance really wasn’t a life at all. Pughearts truly lives up to their motto, “Any pug at any age, in any condition, anytime.” The volunteers go above and beyond to ensure each pug receives the love and care they deserve. So extremely thankful for this rescue and the volunteers that make it all possible.
We had an amazing experience with Pughearts! The process was thorough (which I appreciated). The volunteers and organization are extremely passionate about their rescue dogs and their well being. We are so grateful for our fur babies and for Pughearts!
This was our first adoption from Pug Hearts and we couldn't be more impressed! We live out of state and Pug Hearts went above and beyond to come and inspect our home. Every step of the way all the volunteers I worked with were kind and quick to answer all my many questions through the adoption process. When I flew to Houston to meet the pug we were hoping to adopt, my flight was significantly delayed and our pug's foster mom took the next day off just so I could come meet with her! Our pug came to us in great health, fully checked by the Pug Hearts vet team, with detailed vet records for her continued care. We continue to stay in touch with the volunteers and our Pug's foster mom sending updates and sharing stories,. Not only did we add the sweetest pug girl to our family, we feel like we came away with new friends! We will always adopt from Pug Hearts from now on and highly recommend them for your family too!
We had an excellent experience working with Pug Hearts Houston. Everyone we spoke with and worked with was very nice and answered all of our questions quickly. Ann was awesome about coming to do the home visit for us since we live in a remote location in Colorado. Karen was awesome about giving us all the information we needed and making sure our pup was all set to travel back from Houston. We would recommend Pug Hearts for anyone looking to help find a pug a forever home!
I never imagined there could be a group that cared about dogs as much as Pug Hearts. To see the passion and the commitment to pugs makes other volunteers like me help as much as possible in any way. World class organization that will move mountains for the sickest, hopeless, or saddest pug. Word can’t express all these guys do to make the world a better place!
I foster and have adopted through PugHearts and I cannot put into words how incredible this rescue is. All of the volunteers involved are beyond passionate about each dog that comes into the rescue. PugHearts ensures that their rescues are well taken care of, and then placed with the perfect home based on the needs and personality of the rescue. I am so thankful for PugHearts because without them I never would have found my handsome man…Pippin! He had a laundry list of medical issues and PugHearts gave him the opportunity to live a healthy life full of the love he deserves.
We adopted a pug in 2020 from Pug Hearts. I have nothing but wonderful things to say about this rescue! Our pug had been found wandering the streets , was underweight and had severe behavioral issues. His foster mother worked with him for 4 months to get him ready to come home with us. Not only did we get a new family member but I made a great friend as well. They take in pugs of any age with any medical problem and provide them with not only the medical care they need but the love they deserve. No pug is left behind .
I adopted and foster through this group. I cannot say enough good things about PugHearts. They fully vet all of their pugs. All of the foster parents truly love pugs and prepare them for life in their “furever” homes. Foster Honey, shown here, is still looking for her “furever” home.
PugHearts is an amazing rescue. They are extremely thorough in the application process and truly care about the well-being of every single animal that they help. The organization has a wonderful group of volunteers, donors, and Fosters. The intake coordinator and the Director are absolutely wonderful to communicate with. They are very knowledgeable and caring. I have adopted three pugs from them and anytime I have questions or concerns they are quick to reply with a solution. Hands-down the best rescue in the entire world!!
PugHearts is an amazing organization and we have adopted two pugs in the past few years. One was from the Mexico/US border, Elle, and the other, Beatrice, all the way from China. Ms. B even has a passport. The process was thorough and we were guided by expert foster parents who made the process simple, and you could tell this organization does not mess around. These two lovely pugs are the heart and soul of our home. Our adult children grew up with pugs so when they come to visit everyone spoils our girls with lots of love and attention. The commitment PuHearts has for all their rescues is amazing to see. The volunteers are devoted to the cause and it’s true - any pug, anytime and in any condition. I support them and invite any pug/animal lover to support them too. Amazing nonprofit!
I adopted Chase in 2006 and then adopted three more in the last year. It is by far the best animal rescue organization I’ve had the pleasure to work with. All profits go to the medical care for the dogs, guaranteed. I now foster for PugHearts and it has been the most rewarding experience. Please adopt! There are so many dogs in need of a loving home.
It is rare you see a group come together and work as a team to help unfortunate dogs. I have seen as many as a really of four volunteers coordinating a long trek for a rescue to come in for care. They take seniors, paralyzed, and very mistreated dogs. Al money goes for vet bills- it's amazing and heartwarming. I am sharing a partially paralyzed foster in hospice care - she will live her last days pampered.
It has been my pleasure to work with Pughearts Rescue! I’ve adopted pugs and now foster for them and I’ve never encountered a more caring rescue. They will take any pug or pug mix no matter what health conditions they have and provide for all of their medical needs before they can be adopted. They have a large staff of fosters who will love snd nurture these animals for as long as it takes to get them adopted. Some may never make it out of foster care but I can guarantee each and everyone of those special dogs will be cared for and loved for the rest of their lives. I will continue to support this rescue because I know first hand they truly care for the welfare of all animals.
We have adopted 6 pugs from PugHearts since 2014. All of our pugs were treated for various issues and underwent preventative care prior to being cleared for adoption. One of our pugs underwent heart worm treatment, another had a broken femur, underwent surgery, and had to spend quite some time at the vet while she recovered, and our forth pug had to be flown from El Paso where he was found to have a broken jaw/ broken teeth and a degenerative spinal disorder. Three of our pugs have been also been blind. PugHearts never blinked an eye and accepted all of them with open arms. They had wonderful foster homes and a home visit was conducted (with reference checks) prior to their placement in our home. I now volunteer and foster for PugHearts whenever I am able to because it is an honor to be part of such an amazing organization.
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Hands down, the best rescue I have ever known. My four Pugs were all adopted through PugHearts. I cannot say enough about the level of professionalism, the integrity, and the true and unwavering dedication to help every single Pug that comes through this organization! I am so grateful to have found this rescue, and so thankful for the four beautiful Pugs I adopted through PugHearts!
My wife and I adopted Bella from Pughearts in 2009, she was 1 year old. We reconnected with Pughearts in 2014 and started fostering and have never looked back. We truly do have a family in Pughearts, we can’t imagine our lives without the interaction with other fosters and the life long friends we have made from people who have adopted one of our fosters. We have had 90+ fosters come thru our home. We are proud to be a part of the rescue.
Pughearts 100 % stands by their creed Any Pug, Any Age, Any Condition, Any Time
I value my time, and I am extremely picky in choosing an organization I volunteer in. After months of thorough research, I decided to become a volunteer for PugHearts of Houston as a foster. After almost 4 years, I never regretted that decision. I love this organization because all of us have the passion and determination to help pugs in need. We aim to make a difference in the lives of these abused, neglected, and sick pugs. The members of this organization have become part of my extended family. I also have great respect to its leader, Cindy R. She is one in a million.
I’ve adopted 2 seniors and a rescue from China! PugHearts is such an amazing rescue! They help and advocate for pugs and no pugs! They help any pug, at any age, anytime, no matter what the condition!
They saved my sweet girl, Georgia, after she was ripped apart by pit bulls! Blind Edgar Alan Pug was found wandering the streets of New Orleans in traffic! Crazy Mabel was rescued off a meat truck in China!
PugHearts is amazing!!! After seeing the amazing work they have done, I decided to become a volunteer!
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PugHearts goes above and beyond to save dogs, and find them homes! Each dog they rescued receives full medical care before they are adopted out. My two seniors adopted last fall, Georgia and Edgar, came from this amazing organization!
Georgia survived Pitbull attack because PugHearts gave her the medical help needed; without it she would have died. My Edgar, who’s blind, came to PugHearts after being found wandering the streets of New Orleans. He was in terrible condition, but PugHearts nursed him back to health!
PugHearts never gives up on any dog, any time! Any pug, any age, anytime!
Since adopting our first pug and then becoming a foster several years ago, I have seen this organization’s commitment to honoring its motto of Any Pug, Any Age, Anytime. It is a wonderful group of all volunteers who do everything they can to help the pugs (and a few others) in Texas and the surrounding states. Their activities range from rescuing animals from cruelty/neglect/owner surrenders to treating and housing those that need it until a suitable forever family can be found.
As a volunteer I have been able to be a part of numerous rehabilitations including some unimaginable cases of neglect where the dogs made a full recovery. I feel the role of a volunteer is an important one and gives each dog the opportunity to trust people, which in turn increases their chances of adoption. I really feel that I am making a difference when spending my time helping this organization and plan to be involved for many years to come.
Pughearts of Houston is an amazing organization. They value all pugs regardless of condition. They are an excellent example of what rescues should be like. Gary was one of their rescues that we adopted.
I started fostering for this amazing rescue in April 2020. In that time I have had 29 wonderful fosters whom went to amazing adopters. Every pug that comes into the rescue is loved and cherished. PugHearts goes above and beyond for these wonder pugs! I love being apart of this amazing rescue.
Where do I begin. I started fostering for Pughearts way back in 2007 when they first started. I have additionally adopted 5 pugs from PugHearts over the years and helped many more learn to trust again develop good behaviors. This is the best rescue I have ever fostered for. We are like a supportive family all here for the dogs. We truly believe we are here for any pug at any age in any condition at any time.
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I have been involved with Pughearts since April, 2007. I foster for Pughearts and have adopted 4 pugs from them. Prior to fostering for this organization I fostered for other rescues. I didn't know good and well run a rescue organization could be until joining up with Pughearts. It is totally volunteer run. 100% of money donated to this organization is used for the dogs. Their motto is Any Pug, at Any Age, in Any Condition, Any Time. Thank you Pughearts for being here.
My first pug, Milo, passed away in May of 2019 and it broke my heart. I've followed PugHearts and thought of dipping my toe back in the dog world. My youngest did a project on puppy mills the end of 2019. Cindy was a major help! This really pushed me into being a part of PugHearts. We started fostering and it has been eye opening. There is so so much horror and heartbreak behind the scenes. People can be so cruel to animals. PugHearts is a Godsend. I've never known any rescue that will pick up a deceased dog and give it the proper send off. I can't explain how much respect I have for each person that is part of the PH team. It's rewarding to be a part of a rescue that upholds their motto: Any Pug, Any Age, Any Condition, ANYTIME.
I waited years to adopt a dog. I knew once I graduated from college it had to be a pug because that was my childhood pet. Pughearts looked very carefully at my application and asked important questions to help find me LITERALLY the perfect pug. I now have two (Jenny and Ulanni) and they are the perfect additions to my little family. Jenny is protective but laid back. Ulanni is cuddly and athletic. They both love each other, and love me and my husband. Pughearts stays in touch with me as well to see how my pups are doing. Every time I go to a social event with them, they know exactly who I am and who my dogs are. I just know if there was ever an issue, they’d be there along side me. And it’s nice that they post their yearly spending and fundraising so I see where the money goes!
I am not sure this space is enough to describe how much this organization has done. I have seen the worst of the worst pugs/dogs come in and there is never one that I have seen been turned away. There is no cherry picking of which dogs to rescue they take them all. The amount of love and effort that goes into helping these great creatures is amazing! From the volunteers to the leadership this is one rock solid group!
I've been involved as an adoptive and foster mom almost since the inception of PugHearts. I'm currently relaxing with my 6 pack; half mine; half theirs. PugHearts ALWAYS puts the dogs first, and spares no expense or effort in getting these babies healthy and home. Bonus? I've made some of my best friends here in my co-fosters and local adopters. Here is newest foster Muggs, the cheese catching genius. Search our Facebook page for his amazing video. Go 'Stros!!
PugHearts is an amazing organization that stands by its mission of any pug, in any condition, at any time. They also treat their volunteers like a family and really go above and beyond for people and pugs.
We adopted our Milo (PH Cade 2) from PugHearts in 2017 for our one year anniversary. For our two year anniversary, we decided to foster! Best decision ever! 25 fosters later, we love this rescue and everything they do.
This organization is amazing and there is no dog left behind. No matter of age or health. They are very transparent and honest.
I have worked with a a few dog rescue groups, and this is, far and away, the best rescue, non profit, volunteers run organization I have ever been a part of. The group of volunteers and fosters is very supportive to each other and the adopters. And the entire group isn’t in this for love of dogs, and they will take any pug, anywhere, anytime, in any condition. Always. That’s what makes them the best.
I worked in the non-profit sector for many years and have volunteered at various animal rescues most of my adult life. Pug Hearts is by FAR the best-run and most caring one I have come across. The care for both the animals and the people involved is unmatched. I have always felt welcomed with open arms at events and by the long-term volunteers since starting to foster 1.5 years ago. The organization also provides a great support system to fosters both for any dog related issues, but also the inevitable challenges that come up in people's lives. I'm so glad to have found this group!
I started by attending PugHearts events in late 2008 as I had two pugs of my own. After quite a few events I started volunteering with adoption events in my area and donating when I could. That led to helping with home visits of potential adopters and more volunteering. In July of 2016 my husband and I adopted a bonded pair after the passing of one of our pugs the previous Sept. I can't begin to tell you how wondering this rescue is. From their motto Any Pug, Any Age, Any Time (which is 100% true-as they sent volunteer to pick up pugs that were deceased on the side of the road so they could have a proper burial) to the quality of volunteers they have, to the way the rescue is ran. Many of the volunteers have been there for me in non pug related ways and have cried with me at the passing of my beloved Mr. Beasley (my heart). My life has been improved in so many ways by being apart of this amazing organization.
Many years ago I tried to volunteer with another rescue that I had adopted from. That experience left a little bit of a bitter taste in my mouth. Then I ran across PugHearts. They will tell you to just show up to events and jump in. They were correct. I showed up to one of the garage sales they did to raise money. Every single person there was very warm and welcoming. Then I found myself showing up more and more to events around town. Then next thing I knew I was helping with transports from here to there. A little more time passed and I was able to foster. Then I failed, and ended up keeping my little Dragon. Through the years that I have been associated with this group I have seen people come and go, though they may leave for what ever reason, they are still a part of the family. This group does so much work to help the pugs in need, but they also support the volunteers. They go above and beyond even when they don't have to. Started off volunteering, failed at fostering, but ended up knowing some of the greatest people this world has to offer.
I love PugHearts. I began fostering for this caring group over a decade ago and it never ceased to amaze me at what wonderful work the volunteers do every single day. This group stands by their mission statement to take in, rehabilitate, and adopt out to loving homes all pugs and mixes. And even though I’ve moved out of state, I still contribute all I can to this dedicated and selfless group.
I began volunteering for this rescue almost 5 years ago. They have never said no to any pug, regardless of age or condition, no matter how bad off the pug was. I have had the pleasure and pain of transporting and fostering some very sick and neglected pugs, only to see them blossom and fully recover because of pughearts.
PugHearts is a fantastic rescue. Condition of the pug doesn’t matter they take it. They will do everything humanly possible to save a life and help them get well. I have seen wonderful things happen to the very sick many that would have been given up on by others and they have gone on to be adopted and live a happy life. I am thankful that I got my two pugs from PugHearts.
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I began fostering with Pughearts in 2012. I was surprised at this group. I did not expect what I have experienced with this group. It makes no difference where you came from, what you do for a living, the focus of the group is the pugs. Most of the people in the group would have never met and become friends. We all have 1 common goal, helping pugs get well and find their forever home. Pughearts takes Any Pug, Any Age, Any Condition, Anytime. When the word goes out there is a pug that needs to get to Houston to the vet, the "pug train" gets rolling. Many fosters drive hours to meet the transport coming, pick up the pug, and then drive to meet the next one, until the pug is safely delivered to SugarLand Pet Hospital. We recently got a call about a very sick pug. (she turned out to be a Bugg) It was the Memorial Day weekend. The wheels got in motion. The pug was named Phoenix . She was delivered to the emergency vet on Sunday evening around 7:30 pm. Everything medically was done for Phoenix, but she had distemper which was advanced and no cure for. Sadly Little Bugg Phoenix did not make it. She did not leave with world alone, in a cardboard box, on the side of the road, that she was left in to die in by someone. She was in the arms of a volunteer. Her short little life brought so many people all over the world together praying for her recovery. She was loved by so many who had never met her. Phoenix did rise from the ashes not on her feet as he all hoped, but with her wings. Pughearts once again showed it is true to Any Pug, Any Age, Any Condition, Anytime. This is what Pughearts is about. People from all walks of life, all ages, coming together for the love of pugs. I am very proud to be a small part of the group.
As an adopter and now a foster, I’ve seen first hand how PugHearts truly carries out its mission of any pug at any age in any condition any time. The medical care, love and training that each pug receives while in foster care is amazing. The effort to
match the right pug to the right forever family has successfully made hundreds of love connections for life.
We adopted a Bugg (pug/Boston mix) from Pughearts. The experience was very positive. Pughearts truly cares for the welfare of every pet that is in their custody. Their placement process is thorough because they want to make sure the pet is a right fit for the dog as well as the family. We love our Bugg and are so thankful that Pughearts was there to rescue him (and us).
PugHearts is truly a one-of-a-kind rescue, in that they stand by their mission, "Any Pug, at any age, in any condition, anytime" - 100%. We have fostered pugs for this group, foster-failed (in that we ended up adopting a pug that we were fostering), volunteered for many of their wonderful events, and donated money to help more pugs get the medical treatment they needed and so much deserved. This organization is 100% volunteer-run as well. Each person, especially, Cindy, the Director, puts in all of their love for these sweet pugs. We are so thankful to have found PugHearts 9 years ago and will continue to spread the word about this rescue group and support them in all ways possible.
PugHearts is a rescue that is truly about the dog. Their motto is Any Pug, Any Age, Any Condition, Anytime. I have seen dogs that have come into the rescue in such horrible condition but they leave a brand new dog. PugHearts stops at nothing to make sure every pug is loved for life.
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PugHearts has saved thousands of pugs and pug mixes. They do not care what condition they are in nor the age nor the health. They stop at nothing, including exceptional medical care and love, for these fur babies. Their Vet bills average around $20,000 a month and rely solely on donations. They are more than just a rescue. They are a family.
I have adopted 2 pugs so far and will be picking up my third on Christmas Eve. I am hoping to start fostering again soon, too, but my first pug was a foster fail so I am afraid to....but there is no such thing as too many pugs! Pughearts is an amazing organization that really cares so much about all of the pugs they rescue. Volunteers all over help transport these pugs so they can get healthy and start living an amazing, loving life! I am so very happy that we came in contact with them!
PugHearts is the best rescue ever! All our money goes towards the care of the dogs. Our volunteers are some of the hardest working people ever! Our veterinary staff works tirelessly to help our pugs. It takes a village and we are that village. The pugs come to us broken, battered and emotionally broken. Our fosters families take the dogs into our homes and work with them to become housetrained, trusting pets for adoption. Sometimes that takes a few days, sometimes it takes a few months. Our village is up for that challenge. We live by our motto "Any Pug, Any Age, Any Condition, Any Time". Before and after pictures of one of our rescued pugs attached, Miss Caro Syrup.
I have worked with Pughearts for many years. When they say any pug, any time, any condition they mean it. They have taken some of the most severe medical cases I have seen and spared no expense on their care. They are a top notch rescue. They work tirelessly for the pugs.
PugHearts mission is to save any pug, any condition, any age- in need. They are completely volunteer based, and are transparent with spending. Since 2007, they have saved thousands of pug lives! The organization is well run, and always puts the dog first!
I found PugHearts when my husband and I were looking to add another flat-faced, furry family member to our household. We initially had every intention of adopting, but the pugs we were interested in had already found their forever homes. That's partly what led to our decision to foster with PugHearts, as well as wanting to do our part to help this incredible rescue organization.
Their commitment to the well-being of the pugs in their care is second to none. It is PugHearts's mission is to help "any pug, at any age, in any condition, at any time." This is not an empty promise. PugHearts will help ANY pug in need and provides ANY treatment necessary for good quality of life. The medical care is exceptional and many of our volunteers (myself included!) use the same veterinarian that PugHearts trusts for their fosters.
My husband and I have adopted a few of our fosters. Blossom had a broken leg. Beefcake had heartworms. Violet had Ehrlichia, heartworms, a stubborn eye ulceration, ear mites, and needed to be spayed. PugHearts made sure these former fosters were treated for all of these conditions. They now have a great quality of life and bring us joy and happiness every day!
PugHearts even goes "beyond the pug" because even though they are fully committed to helping homeless pugs, they are also committed to helping and supporting one another, too. I treasure the friendships I've made through PugHearts and feel fortunate to know such wonderful people!
I'm proud to volunteer with an organization that is unwavering in its commitment to provide help to pugs in need. I am a foster, adoption coordinator, and member of several event committees. I will always support this rescue and their mission and highly recommend PugHearts to anyone looking to adopt a pug!
I first learned of PugHearts in early 2008, when I adopted two pugs they had rescued. Since then I have adopted five more and become involved with the organization as a volunteer and donor by helping to coordinate the annual gala and fundraiser, "Pugs on the Bayou." PugHearts is an amazing group of people who volunteer countless hours doing the challenging work of rescuing dogs in need and getting them the medical care and loving experiences in foster homes that they desperately need to heal and find the right forever homes. PugHearts truly lives up to it's motto of doing whatever it takes to care for "Any Pug, Any Age, In Any Condition, Anytime!" Even when some of the pugs come into the rescue too late to be saved, PugHearts will do everything possible to make sure they are treated and shown nothing but love to the end. I have huge admiration for everyone in this group whose dedication and hard work - doing intake, transporting dogs from all over the region, providing medical treatment, fostering dogs in loving homes, processing adoption applications, donating funds, conducting community outreach - all contributes to allow PugHearts to rescue so many dogs since beginning in 2007. Kudos, PugHearts!
Any Pug, any age, any condition at anytime. PugHearts lives by their motto. They give their time, their homes and their hearts to these dogs. I've never seen a more dedicted leader and so many giving volunteers. They are 5 Star
PugHearts began with a desire to treat each and every needy pug as if they were our own pets. We are here to love and care for each one until their furever families find them and adopt.
PugHearts takes in Any Pug, At Any Age, In Any Condition, Anytime.
We live this every single day for every single dog in our care.
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PugHearts of Houston Pug Rescue is a true 501(c)(3) non-profit charity founded in the Houston area by dedicated pug owners and lovers. Our mission is the rescue, rehabilitation and permanent placement of needy pugs into loving homes.
Since 2007, PugHearts has rescued over 1600 pugs (and their friends). I have been a part of PugHearts since the beginning and I have never been more proud to be a part of an organization that I am to lead PugHearts
PugHearts is amazing the say any pug any age any condition any time. They take in the abandoned abused and broken it does not matter they will do everything needed to save a life. Vet care there is no limit. Great experience adopting we are thankful for our 2 Petey and Phil we adopted and always love volunteering with this rescue!
I was following Pughearts for over 2 years on the Page since I at the time owned two Pugs and now I have foster failed with another from Pughearts, and never thought I would be involved in the way I am now. So one day I decided to Foster and has changed my life completely . I have been a Foster and an Adoption Coordinator with Pughearts since 2017 and I must say I have never seen the most Loving supporting group in my life! We are all here for each other in any circumstance to pull each other through the hard times more than we like but that is what rescuing and Fostering is all about. I have taken in Severe Heartworm Pugs and was able to give them Love and to grow into beautiful little fur babies who had no home, living on the streets, chewing on rocks to stay alive and the list goes on. I love Fostering and the amazing people who are in this group keeps me going to help the next Pug who needs Love and a soft pillow to lay his head on.
PugHearts is an AMAZING organization! Not only do they accept any pug in any condition, they are a huge system of support and education for all of those involved with and interested in the breed. We have adopted 3 pugs from PugHearts over the past 4 years. We have also fostered a pug who was adopted by a wonderful family in Mississippi. When I first became familiar with pugs in 1996, I thought the best way to go about getting a pug was through a breeder. I made sure they had their AKC papers. I mistakenly took this to mean that these dogs came with a guarantee of quality and health. Obviously, this is not the case. While I was fortunate to have my original pugs for many years, I will never buy from a breeder again. Adoption is the best way to go and there are so many pugs that need forever homes. I am so thankful for PugHearts and all that they do!
Amazing organization that truly loves pugs! I have adopted 2 wonderful pugs PH Donovan (Arie) & PH Cammie (CoCo) from PugHearts and the whole process was easy. These volunteers do amazing and selfless work saving the lives of abandoned and discarded dogs. I find their experience with pugs is exceptional , from temperament testing, vetting, ability to match the dog with right owner, and then find the them a good home. Not just any home, but a great home, that’ll give them what they deserve. So very grateful to them. For all that they do for these fur babies!
PugHearts Houston is a wonderful nonprofit that has no admin costs and gives 110% of all donations back to care for the pugs that need a fresh start. We have had the honor of adopting both Former PH alums Zoey and Barney from Pug Hearts. Both of these puggies had similar stories of being returned multiple times through no fault of their own, and struggled with nervous behavior and heart-breaking shyness. Our Zoey was scared of men due to abuse in the past and at 7 years old, was not desired by her owners so she was surrendered. Our Barney was also not in a loving environment full of neglect at 8 years old- but thankfully was rescued again by PugHearts unending commitment to ensure the best life possibly for all of their pugs. These older seniors had a hard time trusting humans again and believing they could be loved in a forever home, but still had so much life and love to offer. PugHearts Houston never gave up on them, with an unending commitment for medical care, socialization, plus a dedicated core network of amazing foster volunteers to not let these senior pugs be overlooked. I am proud to report that both these babies have embraced the love that was waiting for them all along the rough road of their lives. Pugs often come in abused, neglected, and traumatized, but with open arms and open hearts, PugHearts Houston rushes in to save any pug, any age, any condition and gives back the dignity, love, and family these dogs so deeply desire. PugHearts Houston has won our hearts and we will be forever thankful for the love and enrichment added to our family.
This story starts almost 5 years ago. We purchased a pug puppy. We didn’t have a lot of knowledge of the breed. We joined the group for info and knowledge. They never talked down to us for purchasing but instead taught us about rescue. This lead us to adopting Big Boy a 10 year old senior. You see, Pughearts takes any pug at any age in any condition at anytime. Our Big Boy was sight Impaired, a little hard of hearing with severe arthritis. But the new he was supposed to end up in a forever home. This was the start that lead us to 5 more adoptions ( 6 total ) and 2 Fosters. In March of this year we lost our Big Boy and this organization came together with support beyond belief. We received messages, cards, phone calls and even a visit from members of Pughearts. They are the best.
We have been associated with Pughearts for about 6 years now. We have donated to them, fostered pugs for them, and we have very happily adopted two pugs from them. Millie is our senior girl, she was found on the side of the road, blind and deaf, needing multiple surgeries. Pughearts scooped her up and we helped rehabilitate her. Gave her so much love and healing energy. We fell in love with Millie and knew we had to adopt her. Then Pughearts rescued Vida from Mexico - she is a tripod pug - missing her back leg from a severe trauma. Pughearts rescued her, rehabilitated her, and now she is ours to love. Pughearts stands by their mission 110% - any pug, any age, any condition - any time. Not all rescues can say they do the same. We love Pughearts and all that they do for the love of pugs.
We are so happy to be able to help foster these animals and be a part of finding them furever homes. PugHearts is a great organization and stops at nothing to insure the safety, well being, and care for the fosters that are taken in.
We adopted our first pug from Pughearts just months after their inception. I had recently lost my pug, and was looking for a new family member when my husband suggested we attend a pug meet up. We went to look at a female pug, but the director quickly saw that what we needed was exactly the opposite. Duke is now 14, and he has been joined by 4 other pugs from PH. In addition, we started fostering about 10 years ago, and have helped numerous pugs find their forever homes. This organization helps any pug, any time, and at any cost. It is 100% volunteer and I'm super proud to play a small part in it's success!
I started fostering with this organization about a year ago and I have to say it has changed my life. Not only cause I foster failed once, but it has been a true blessing to help these pugs out. I have met a lot of wonderful people as well. Can’t say enough good things about this organization and all the people involved!
One of the items on my bucket list was to adopt a rescue that really needed us. In searching for a pug rescue, I found Pughearts of Houston. We had a 9 year old pug and wanted a companion for him, so we joined the FaceBook group, to check things out before applying to adopt. I was amazed at the number of pugs and pug mixes available for adoption - all ages, sizes and conditions. There were even a couple that weren't pugs, but were taken in as they had been companions to a pug that was rescued.
It didn't take long to realize that the organizations' catchphrase, "any pug, at any age, in any condition, at any time" were not just words. This amazing network of dedicated volunteers move heaven and earth to follow through on their promises. We applied in July 2017, were quickly approved and then we took our time to find the pug who needed us. Fast forward to April 2018 when Merida came into our home. She had come into our hearts many months before when she was rescued, near death from starvation. She was provided with medical treatments to address all the complications from starvation, spayed and treated for severe heartworms. Medical treatment alone was not enough; she was also loved back to health in the process. We watched her progress with amazement - we couldn't believe that an animal so near death could survive. Merida not only survived, she has thrived.
And she continues to thrive with us and her pug brother, Willie. With all of our love and good intentions we would not have had the knowledge to care for her as she was when she was found in December 2017, nor could we have afforded the cost of rehabilitating her on our own. It took an organization, a village if you will, to give her the life she deserves. While this story is astounding to me, it is just one story of the over 2000 pugs who have found new lives through Pughearts of Houston.
We support this work with our charitable donations, and encourage and amuse other pug parents and adopters with posts and stories about Merida. The posts by others also add to our knowledge base of how to care for our pet family members. We are now part of this village and it enriches our lives on a daily basis.
I found PugHearts (or perhaps PugHearts found me) after I lost my 11 year old pug, Lexie. I was ready to add to our fur family and I wanted to rescue. I adopted Webster in Feb of 2013 and then like others decided to help when I could. I didn't foster right away, however, I transported and volunteered whenever possible. Then one day, I sent the director a message on FB and asked her, "What's Cheyenne's story?" and then I became a foster. HAHA! I am still a foster to sweet Buster and have since "foster failed" by adopting Stuart (AKA Stewie or Lil' Brown dog), a sweet pug/pekingese mix. This group is so much more than just a rescue for pugs. I have been witness to so many selfless and loving acts of kindness to animals and humans. There is no better rescue in the world and one filled with the best people. They are filled with compassion and empathy. PugHearts takes in any pug, any age, any condition, ANYTIME. Think about that. Join us. You will be so glad you did.
There are so many things that can be said about this rescue. It is hard to even figure out where to start. Since birth (literally) my family and I always took in the wandering dogs around the neighborhood. Long before there were rescues we did our best. I, like others, had tried to volunteer for other rescues. It just was never the right fit. Then one day PugHearts came across my life. I thought back on my other experiences and battled with myself if I even wanted to try again. I decided to go to one of the fundraising events and the rest was history. I met, in that one day, some of the most amazing people. At the time I was not in a position to foster, but I had time. When there would be a post on Facebook needing transport or home visits or just about anything I would put myself out there. I would go to the larger events because since I did not have a foster I did not want to be under foot. The more I went to events the more people I met. Watching on Facebook the love and dedication everyone had was amazing. I have seen volunteers have personal issues and this group has come to their aide. Not only to help their fosters but to help the human as well. They have shown up at homes to help clean them out after floods. They rallied together during Harvey to help human and animals get to higher ground. They have been called because someone saw a dead pug on the side of the road and a volunteer has run right out and retrieved the dog. These poor animals that have been were left on the side of the road like garbage were taken to be cremated giving them some sort of final dignity. I have watched as they have traveled hundreds of miles and come back with vans full of pugs. They have offered their time to help other rescues that just needed bodies because their load was so large. They have put together weddings and birthday parties. Given a shoulder to cry on or a bed to sleep in. The moto is any pug, any age, any condition, any time. What they don't tell you is they do the same for the human as well. This is not just a rescue this is a family. And when the time was right I was able to foster and fail. If it was not for this great group of people I would never have met my devil child Daphne,and she may never have been able to have a home. So if you have the time come visit an event. Meet the the people and most importantly meet the pug. You never know how that one encounter could potentially change your life. I know they have certainly changed mine.
I first found this rescue when I was looking for a companion for my rescue frenchie. The group amazed us so much we decided to foster a year later and the rest is history. The inspirational people of this group are not friends, they are family. We truly take in any dog, any age, any condition, any time and it makes me just so proud to be here to witness it.
This is by far the most professional, hard-working and kind rescue I've ever worked with. Before PugHearts, my husband and I tried to foster or adopt through three other rescues, all in Southern California. They never worked out due to lack of follow-up and just not finding the right match, among other reasons. We figured it wasn't meant to be, at least not yet.
I never gave up hope, but aspirations of owning a dog were definitely put on hold. Then one day on Twitter, I came across someone who had adopted a beautiful pug from PH. I noticed the organization was based in Houston, where my parents live, so I figured it was worth trying them.
Our adoption process with PH was impeccable. We were approved to adopt in September 2016, and had a thorough phone screening and home visit shortly after (a diligent volunteer came down from OC!)
In January 2017, at our first PH adoption event, my husband and I met our love Devon Charles! It's been a year since the adoption - and our D-Man aka Devie is our world. The amount of work and dedication this volunteer group puts into rescuing the most vulnerable of pugs deserves much applause and a standing ovation! I'm a proud donor of PH and would definitely adopt from them again.
My experience with PugHearts has been as a foster and an adopter. I have fostered for over15 years with various organizations. All cared about the dogs / cats in their rescue. However PugHearts is SO much more. This rescue is filled with people who are so passionate about pugs. They literally go non stop and rescue these babies in any condition. The level of caring is beyond what you can imagine. The dogs, regardless of age, health or condition are cared for and found loving incredible homes. The caring does not stop with an adoption. The team is always available and is there for all pug lovers. I could not be more proud to be a foster for this organization. This photo is Monkey. I adopted her from Pug Hearts after fostering her and falling in love.