Due to the extremely low number of pugs in our rescue and the high number of applications we have been receiving from within the state, we are only considering in-state applications at this time. Hopefully, this low number of pugs being relinquished is a good sign for pugs in general. Utah residents can try Pugpals.org in Boise, Idaho. In Wyoming, check with Wyoming Pug Rescue.
Thank you for considering the adoption of a Pug! Before you decide to adopt a pet, please consider the time, effort, and funds (estimates at $800 or more annually for food, supplies, vaccinations, and veterinary care) necessary to properly maintain an animal. Responsible pet ownership requires a commitment to provide care and companionship for the life of the animal. The decision to adopt a pet is an important one.
Here’s how our adoption process works:
Each pug is placed into a foster home, provided with veterinary care including vaccinations, heartworm testing and preventative, a microchip, and if needed, they are spayed or neutered. CPR will also provide care for acute conditions, even those which may require surgery. Because the Rescue does not pass these costs along to either the foster home or the adopting home, please consider making a donation to CPR to help us continue this important work.
A home visit with a CPR volunteer is required for all adoptive families. Why do we do this? We believe this one-on-one meeting is helpful because it gives you an opportunity to speak with a CPR volunteer about the pug, discuss his/her unique needs, and for them to assist you in matching a pug to your lifestyle. We want a perfect match for you!
An adoption contract will be completed at the time of adoption, and CPR does not refund adoption fees. If after adoption, there is a need to re-home your pug, simply return the Pug to the Rescue for re-adoption into a new home.
Adoption Fees: Our standard adoption fees are listed below. Some pugs will have a reduced adoption fee, please check the adoptable pugs page for more information.
Adoption Fees:
| Puppies up to one year of age | $500 |
| Dogs one to three years of age | $450 |
| Dogs four to eight years of age | $400 |
| Dogs nine years of age and older | $200 |
See our list of pugs available for adoption
To ensure that you and your pet will be happy for years to come, we need to take time to discuss your and the animal’s individual needs and personality traits. Please take a few moments to carefully read and complete this application.
2025 Calendar!
The winners and runners up in Colorado Pug Rescue’s sixteenth annual photo contest appear on the pages of this glossy 8 1/2 x 11″ wall calendar. The calendars are $20 apiece plus tax and postage. All proceeds go to Colorado Pug Rescue for the medical care of our foster pugs. Go here to order.