Meet our Adoptable Pugs!

Due to the high-volume of inquiries our all-volunteer group receives, please don’t inquire about particular Pugs unless you have already submitted an application and successfully completed the application process. Due to the extensive time commitment to process an application, each adoption application requires a $25 non-refundable application processing fee which is collected when completing the application process. We appreciate your continued support!

PLEASE NOTE: If you are applying to foster or adopt, and you currently have pets, we require all canine/feline pets to be current on all vaccinations, heartworm prevention medication and be spayed or neutered, unless directed otherwise by your veterinarian. Failure to comply will result in a delay of processing your application until we receive the updated records. We thank you in advance for your understanding!

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Adoption Fee Schedule (Effective 8/15/2023):

Pugs under 2 Years Old:  $450 + 6% Kentucky Sales Tax (effective 7/1/18) - $477

Pugs 2 - 6 Years Old:  $375 + 6% Kentucky Sales Tax (effective 7/1/18) - $397.50

Pugs 7 - 9 Years Old:  $325 + 6% Kentucky Sales Tax (effective 7/1/18) - $344.50

Pugs 10 Years Old and Over:  $175 + 6% Kentucky Sales Tax (effective 7/1/18) - $185.50

Please Note:

  • Our expenses average 4 times the amount of the adoption fee per dog - meaning we have to generate $3.00 in donations for every $1.00 in adoption fees.

  • We are an all-volunteer organization that functions only on the money we raise through donations and adoption fees - we only spend the money we raise in a responsible manner to help the Pugs.

  • We often don't know exactly how old the Pugs are. We use our Vet's expert opinion to determine approximate age in these scenarios.

  • It will be your responsibility to travel to pick up your Pug.

  • Please understand that we sometimes have a waiting list of applicants. We compare incoming Pugs to the needs of already approved adopters on our waiting list and offer incoming Pugs to those adopters first.

  • If you are approved to adopt through BPR, your application will be active for 6 months from the date your application was submitted.

Name: Francine #694

Gender/Age: Female/ Estimated Age: 3 1/2 years old

Status: Adoption Pending

Adoption Fee: $375 + tax

Temperament: If you are looking for a smaller “pocket Pug” with the best facial expressions you have ever seen, Francine is your girl. Coming in at just 13 lbs Francine is definitely on the petite side of the pug spectrum. She came to us from Pug Nation in California after being found as a stray.
She is active and spunky but a total sweetheart as well. She was originally found as a stray and impounded at a local shelter. She was extremely itchy from fleas/environmental allergies, and would go into very intense scratching fits, but with an improved diet and regular baths she is doing much better. She does have a few spots where her fur is still growing in from all the scratching.
She is still working on potty training but doing much better with each passing day. Does well on a leash and has done great with other dogs and all sorts of people. No exposure to cats yet as far as we know.
Francine’s combination of toothy smiles and floppy ears, really make her quite the character and she will be sure to keep you laughing with all her expressions.
Francine would be a joyful addition to any home. Please be sure to mention her by name in your application.

Name: Molly #580

Gender/Age: Female/ Estimated Age: 11 years old

Status: Available

Adoption Fee: $175 + tax

Temperament: Meet Molly #580! Molly is looking for a fresh start. Her owner could no longer care for her, so they made the difficult decision to surrender her, and we are happy to offer her a loving second chance. Molly is an 11 year old Puggle who is sweet as can be. She likes belly rubs before getting up in the morning and loves to play tug-of-war. She will grab a toy as soon as she sees her human stand up because she is ready to play. Molly gets along with other humans and dogs, like to take walks and be outside, and she is a quick learner. Molly even knows to bring her toys back inside when she is asked!
Molly has been with us for over a year now and although she is well cared for in her foster home she is ready to find her forever family.

Could Molly be the perfect fit for your family? Be sure to mention her name in your application.

Name: Kerolin #687

Gender/Age: female/ Estimated Age: 5 years old

Status: Available

Adoption Fee: $375 + tax

Temperament: Kerolin hitched a ride all the way from California in search of her forever family, and she’s already stealing hearts in Kentucky.

At 5 years old, Kerolin is the full package:

  • Toy obsessed — yes, she literally climbs into the toy basket.

  • Champion snuggler — couch cuddles are her love language.

  • Food motivated — she’ll do just about anything for a tasty bite.

Kerolin is working on a few things while she settles in:

  • Sharing toys

  • Potty training

  • Mild food aggression

The vet believes she’s simply stressed from all the change — and honestly, who could blame her? Once she decompresses and feels secure, we know she’s going to be the absolute BEST girl.

Special NEeds

Name: Sophie #683

Gender/Age: female/ Estimated Age: 7 years old

Status: Available

Adoption Fee: $325 + tax

Temperament: Sophie came to us after being surrendered due to extensive bladder stones which were causing her lots of pain and lots of accidents due to how little space she had in her bladder. BPR got her stone removal surgery and she is doing much better letting her personality shine through. Due to having bladder stones she will require being on a special medical dog food for the rest of her life to prevent re-occurrence and there is a possibility she could have stones again even with this diet. Hence this lady is extra special and needs someone who will care for her.
Even though she is 7 you wouldn’t believe it with this girl’s energy levels. She loves toys, snoring loudly next to you and being where ever you are. She is a little quirky in that she will bark/ whine when her person returns almost saying “I can’t believe you left without me, don’t do that again!”. She is a real cuddle pug and would make a great addition to any family.
If you are interested in Sophie please mention her by name when filling out your adoption form.

Name: Chip #667

Gender/Age: Male/ Estimated Age: 7 years old

Status: Available

Adoption Fee: $325 + tax

Temperament: Chip is new to the rescue and we are still learning more about him. We can share that he was surrendered to the humane society where we scooped him up and brought him into BPR while we help him find his happily ever after. Chip has been confirmed to be heartworm positive and is currently going through treatment expected to be completed in November. We will share more information as we learn more about Chip! Be sure to mention his name in your application or if you are already on the waiting list, reach out to the adoption coordinator for more information.

Name: Rufio #689

Gender/Age: Male/ Estimated Age: 3 years old

Status: Adoption Pending

Adoption Fee: $375 + tax

Temperament: Meet Rufio an adorable, playful boy looking for his perfect family. He is a very good boy with great leash manners and accident free at his foster home. He came to us from Pug Nation where he was surrendered by an owner who no longer wanted him and left him in a kennel for extremely long periods of time. That has changed Rufio’s heart though, he loves to love his people, food (hello, he is a pug), and toys! This boy loves his toys and doesn’t have an aggressive bone in his body. If you are looking for the bestest buddy Rufio could be your guy! Be sure to mention him by name and number when applying!

Name: Duke #675

Gender/Age: Male / Estimated Age: 14 years old

Status: Available

Adoption Fee: $175 + tax

Temperament: Duke is a sweetie pie pug that is looking for a loving home to spend his final years. He came to us after being surrendered by his owner who could no longer care for him. He loves his toys, but doesn’t really play with them. Wants to have your attention, but doesn’t want to sit right on you. He likes to be close, but is also his own man and will go to his kennel to nap if he is feeling sleepy, or is happy to lay close to where you are.
This guy is so mild mannered, he gets along with everyone and everything. His current foster has grandkids of all ages and he loves interacting with them all. He also loves going for car rides and even enjoys the vet.
Duke is blind in one eye, can see out of his other eye but does have signs of a cataract coming in. He can do small step ups but stairs would be dangerous for him. Has trouble seeing at night when getting dark.
As most pugs he loves food and treats, any handouts you’re willing to give. If this sweet little man seems to be the one for you please mention him in your adoption application or if you are approved reach out to our adoption coordinator.

Name: Maggie May #679

Gender/Age: female/ Estimated Age: 5 years old

Status: Available

Adoption Fee: $375 + tax

Temperament: Maggie May came to us after her owner had some medical issues that made it to where so could no longer take care of her. Maggie is a fun and energetic dog who loves to go on walks, play fetch, and chew on bones. She was not socialized around people from living on a farm in her previous life but gets along well with other dogs and is very playful with them. Her previous owner’s daughter also said she’s been around cats. She takes awhile to warm up and build trust around new people, but once she warms up she’ll be your best friend! She is crate trained and potty trained, only a couple of accidents when she first arrived being in a new environment. She also has done well with children.
Could this former country girl with a million dollar smile be the one for you? Just mention her name in your application.

Name: Dazzle #688

Gender/Age: female/ Estimated Age: 6 years old

Status: Adoption Pending

Adoption Fee: $375 + tax

Temperament: 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 35 pounds, and yes, she is every bit as delightful as she is substantial. Dazzle was found as a stray in Los Angeles before being brought into Pug Nation a sister rescue of ours, before being brought out East to Kentucky.

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.

Be sure to mention Dazzle by name in your application or if you are pre-approved reach out to our adoption coordinator.