Pug Nation Rescue of Los Angeles

Pug Nation is amazing! Amazing volunteers that are committed to the mission. A real grassroots organization that care deeply for pugs and their pug mix friends. I love that they don’t call where the pugs live a shelter and instead call it «the station.» It is clean and all the pugs very well cared for.
Please please please, be a foster parent! It is rewarding! I have fostered 2 little guys, and the support from pug nation was extraordinary.
FYI — Any bad reviews on here should really be chalked up as someone who probably was not a good fit to be a pug parent. If for some reason a story is true, then 1 bad story means nothing compared to the hundreds of happy pug adopted families.

I love Pug Nation so much I cannot express in words how I feel about this rescue. I adopted my pug Gracie Mae from them in March and since then have become a volunteer. Gwenn and the gang are amazing, loving and caring people who dedicate their lives to caring for these pugs… most of which are elderly and aren’t in high demand for adoption. I am so happy to be a member of this group… NO PUG LEFT BEHIND!

I had a very bad experience with this pet rescue. I wanted to adopt this adorable male pug who was in the WLA Shelter. However, he wasn’t available yet but would be in a week. Everyday I called to see how he was. I even had a name picked out for him, Philip. A day before he was available, I called the shelter and was told that Pug Nation got him out. It seems they released him early because of a mistake. I expressed how upset I was and the Shelter said they would call the rescue and explain that I wanted to adopt him. The Shelter called back and said Pug Nation would work something out with me. I called and spoke with someone at the rescue and was told Philip was at the vet as he had some sort of cyst but he would be available soon. Long story short, Pug Nation adopted him to someone else at a pet fair, knowing full well I wanted him. They even named him Philip. I called and got no answer from them. I posted my story on their Facebook page and it was deleted. Someone did notify me and told me that I could be a volunteer with them. What a messed up organization. It used to be Little Angels Pug Rescue. I knew a person there and fostered 4 senior pugs (not all at once) so I know it wasn’t me. I suggest if you want a pug to just go to another rescue. This one is terrible!!!

I just started volunteering and the Pug Love is amazing. The people here are awesome. The dogs are very well taken care off. I can’t tell you how much I love spending time here.

I can’t express how much I love spending time with these wonderful pugs at this rescue. My family started volunteering at this rescue 1 year ago and we continually keep coming back, even though we moved about over 20 miles away! Volunteering hours are from 12 – 5 everyday and you can choose how many times and for however long you want to stay and volunteer. When volunteering you can walk, brush, clean up or simply just give the pugs some love. For pugs who were abandoned/​mistreated, they are the nicest pugs ever (in general pugs have an awesome personality anyways!). Most of them are not perfect on the outside, but they are perfect on the inside and warm your heart. My family on average stay about 2 – 3 hours there without even knowing!
This rescue is well organized with a great system for the pugs. You can tell they care for these dogs so much and I can’t thank them enough for having the heart. This rescue is run on volunteers and donations, so if you want to make a pug happy (or even yourself!) come spend some time with these angels. If you come here often, the pugs sometimes will remember you. If you are interesting in volunteering, just contact the rescue and they will throughly and enthusiastically explain the process to you. In addition to that, the staff is very friendly and helpful.
In addition to volunteering, you can foster/​adopt a pug yourself! My family actually started fostering one of our pugs we have now from this rescue. The process is very simple, you notify them and you can pick which pug you want to foster. After inspection, you are free to foster the pugs. The rescue will pay for anything your pug needs, all you have to do is provide a temporary home and love for them. My family ended up loving our fostered pug and adopted her at the end.
I can go on and on about how much I love spending time here. I HIGHLY recommend going to meet these pugs and making their lives better. Trust me, as you are trying to make their lives better, they will give you all the love back. You don’t even have to be a pug lover to feel this love.

This organization is awesome! I’ve been able to volunteer a few times and everyone cares so much about the pugs’ wellbeing. They are thorough in house checking homes to see if applicants are eligible to care for a living flat-​faced, curly-​tailed creature. The pugs are kindly taken care of in the facility so I’m happy to know my pug was loved while he was in there. I’ve grateful for their care as they cover medical costs prior to the adoption. My little guy had some gnarly dental work (costly!!) and had antibiotics given to him before I took him in. Best companion ever! Who doesn’t love pugs!

Adopt don’t shop!
I try and volunteer here once a week. Some of the stories of why and how these dogs came to the rescue are heart breaking. Dogs are family and I don’t understand people that neglect, abuse, or just get rid of these dogs.
It’s like therapy coming to walk and play with these pups. I recommend it before actually adopting a dog. I have been coming for nearly a year and will finally be adopting a pug.
I hope one day I can foster and adopt senior pugs. Pugs are a gentle breed and there is usually only one or two pugs that aren’t über friendly here.
It is located in a warehouse area and a little hard to find. It is driven by a group of volunteers really dedicated to the shelter. I am so glad Pug nation became part of my life.

We met Charly our doggie at an adoption fair pug nation organized in Santa Monica. The fair was well organized. There were plenty of volunteers to help us and answer questions. We explained we wanted a pug that was great with children as we had 3 boys ages 5, 8 and 9. They asked us great questions. They wanted to know of we wanted a more calm snuggly pug or more active pug. With 3 boys we wanted a pug that could be active but not too energetic. The volunteer suggested a puggle as his snout was not as squished in as a pug. He explained he would be able to breath easier.
We took Charly for a walk and instantly fell in love! They sent out Steve to do a home visit and make sure we were the best fit for Charly. He said YES! It was the best decision ever. He’s a dream and still is. He adjusted nicely and we are still so in love.

This Place is Great. Basically a Pug Paradise. All Pugs who pass through here on their way to new homes are treated as royalty. Volunteers are always welcome. I recommend anyone looking for a Pug or Pug mix to check this place out.

Great staff and volunteers dedicated to the welfare and adoption of pugs. The shelter welcomes volunteers who want to come in and help walk the pugs and keep them company/​give them lots of love. It’s also a great way to get to know the pugs if you are considering adopting or fostering one. The process is easy, you fill out the forms online and someone will get back to you within a few days explaining the next steps. Give it a try!