Pug puppies and dogs in Big Lake, Minnesota

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Meet Churro, the playful and affectionate young pug/boxer mix who’s ready to steal your heart (and maybe a sock or two)! Churro is potty trained, crate trained, and has basic manners, making him a fantastic fit for any home. He loves humans of all ages, especially kids—he’s currently living with a lively 2-year-old and a 7-year-old, and his favorite thing is to snuggle up or play with them. While he may have a burst of energy, he settles in well and is a pro at snuggle time. Churro is leash trained, loves car rides, and enjoys chewing on his toys (and the occasional laundry item if it’s left out!). He’s playful with other dogs and sometimes barks to join in the fun or say hello, especially at feeding time. His cute little underbite and big personality are sure to bring a lot of joy to a family who’s ready for an active, loving companion. Churro would thrive with a family who can take him on walks and give him the playtime he craves. If you’re looking for a loyal, goofy, and affectionate addition to your home, Churro just might be the perfect match! Churro is from Texas. They arrive in Minnesota on 11/15/2024 and will need to be picked up from the Ruff Start Rescue office in Princeton, MN between the hours of 9am and noon. Please plan for their arrival accordingly as we cannot accommodate pickups outside of this time frame.  Since they haven’t arrived yet, they are available exclusively through Ruff Start’s Foster to Adopt (FTA) Program. Click here to learn more about the FTA program. Once they get to Minnesota, they might require further veterinary care. Ruff Start’s veterinary suite is located in Princeton, MN, and, as the foster, you will be required to transport your dog to and from these vetting appointments. If you are interested in getting to know this animal better, please fill out an adoption application. An adoption application is the best way to show your interest in an animal and is not a binding contract. To learn more about Ruff Start’s adoption process and the care our foster animals receive, please visit our How to Adopt page. If you are unable to adopt but want to help this animal and others in our care, you can donate to support the medical and veterinary needs of all Ruff Start Rescue animals.   Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.November 6, 2024, 9:43 pm

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Meet Fiona, a high-energy bundle of joy who’s friendly with everyone—children, adults, seniors, big dogs, and small dogs alike.  Fiona was left behind by her previous owners when they moved, but she’s ready to find a new family that can keep up with her lively spirit. Fiona's day starts bright and early at 7 AM with a potty break, followed by breakfast.  She loves running and playing outside, and she’s always excited to meet new people.  With lots of energy to burn, Fiona enjoys fetch and playing with her toys.  She’s crate trained, but would much rather be out and about, playing and interacting with her human friends and other dogs. Throughout the day, Fiona enjoys her time outside, running and playing with the other dogs.  She rests in her kennel during the heat of the day and has her second meal around 3:30 PM. Evening playtime is her favorite, and she’s ready for bed by 8:30 PM. Goofy and playful, Fiona would thrive in a home with another dog to keep her busy and share in her playful antics.  She’s always ready for an adventure and loves being involved in all the action. If you’re looking for a lively, playful, and friendly companion, Fiona is eager to join your family and fill your home with endless joy and energy! Fiona is from Texas. They arrive in Minnesota on 11/15/2024 and will need to be picked up from the Ruff Start Rescue office in Princeton, MN between the hours of 9am and noon. Please plan for their arrival accordingly as we cannot accommodate pickups outside of this time frame.  Since they haven’t arrived yet, they are available exclusively through Ruff Start’s Foster to Adopt (FTA) Program. Click here to learn more about the FTA program. Once they get to Minnesota, they might require further veterinary care. Ruff Start’s veterinary suite is located in Princeton, MN, and, as the foster, you will be required to transport your dog to and from these vetting appointments. If you are interested in getting to know this animal better, please fill out an adoption application. An adoption application is the best way to show your interest in an animal and is not a binding contract. To learn more about Ruff Start’s adoption process and the care our foster animals receive, please visit our How to Adopt page. *Rescue puppies are notorious for losing their birth certificates before entering our rescue. We cannot guarantee the breed or size they will be full grown.* If you are unable to adopt but want to help this animal and others in our care, you can donate to support the medical and veterinary needs of all Ruff Start Rescue animals.   Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.November 6, 2024, 9:43 pm

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Marco is a sweet boy who loves everyone he meets! He would do best in a home with an equally as playful dog as he loves to play so much! He also does well around cats as well and just tends to leave them alone. Pretty great right!?! He is doing well with his potty habits so long as he is walked often. He also does will inside a crate at night and when I am not home with no accidents. He has such a fun personality-He loves to cuddle if you are relaxing on the couch or bed! He loves anything that squeaks and does a nice job entertaining himself when needed. He is a fun, energetic guy with so much love to offer. Marco is from Texas. If you are interested in getting to know this animal better, please fill out an adoption application. An adoption application is the best way to show your interest in an animal and is not a binding contract. To learn more about Ruff Start’s adoption process and the care our foster animals receive, please visit our How to Adopt page. If you are unable to adopt but want to help this animal and others in our care, you can donate to support the medical and veterinary needs of all Ruff Start Rescue animals.   Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.November 7, 2024, 11:41 pm

Meet Guy, a delightful 9-year-old Pug mix who embodies the essence of a laid-back companion! This charming pup thrives on the company of his humans, relishing every moment spent together. Whether he's lounging on the couch soaking up belly rubs or taking leisurely strolls, Guy is the epitome of an easy-going pet. He has a knack for finding the coziest spots to nap, sleeps soundly through the night, and is perfectly house-trained. With his gentle demeanor, he rarely barks and simply cherishes the warmth of his loved ones. Guy is the perfect addition to any home looking for a loving and low-maintenance furry friend! Age: 9 years old Breed: Pug mix Weight: ~25 lbs Kid-friendly: Yes Dogs: Yes Cats: Yes Crate trained: Not tried, as he does well in the home Potty trained: Yes Health concerns: None Current medications & estimated costs: None Adoption fee: $375 As a rescue, we provide the care, procedures and testing that is available to us. Adopters will be responsible for continued preventatives, follow-up appointments, and medications (if applicable). At times, adopters will be responsible for procedures not completed in rescue (dentals, bloodwork, etc.)  Your new dog will receive their rabies and distemper vaccine.  $50 discount for seniors (65+) and veterans. Adoption fees help pay for the dog's veterinary exam, vaccinations (rabies and distemper) HW test and spay/neuter if needed and additional health needs specific to each animal.   Grey Face Rescue does not adopt outside of Minnesota for now. We apologize for the inconvenience.  We do not adopt animals to families whose current pets are not up-to-date on vaccinations or not altered. Exceptions may be made for medical reasons as stated by a veterinarian and we will require proof of that recommendation. Thank you for understanding our mission to reduce overpopulation.  Once you submit your application, our adoption manager will be in touch, so please check your spam folder if you do not see something from us within 7-10 days.  Thank you again for your interest in a Grey Face senior. We appreciate your support!   November 4, 2024, 7:47 pm

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. //   Find our applications at www.midwestanimalrescue.orgAdoption Fee $400 plus taxRequires another confident dog No children under 12 Hi my name is Zach I came from a hoarder/breeder situation. I ’m a little shy meeting people but if you bribe me with treats I warm up in time.  On my walks I shy away from people so it takes me time to get used to strangers. I didn’t get any pets till I came to my foster home. My foster mom showed me how wonderful it is to be petted and curl up beside her when she’s watching tv or reading. If she’s petting my foster sister I nudge my way in cause I want my share. I like the walks my foster dad takes me on and have learned to walk pretty good on a leash. I like to play with toys occasionally. I love the fenced in yard and like to run and play with my foster sister. I’m a sweet and loving boy looking for my furever home. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.  or    *The pet you are viewing is a rescued pet which is most often from an animal control facility and does not come with a pedigree. The breed(s) listed are our best guess and are in no way guaranteed. Sometimes the pets appear to be a particular breed(s) in the pictures we receive from our rescue partners and when they arrive we are surprised to see an entirely different breed(s) in person!  If you choose to DNA test your adopted pet, test results may vary from company to company and our breed guess may not be reflected in those results as it is just that, our best guess. It is with deep longing that we wish there was a breed called 'cute' as we believe all of our dogs would fall under this new breed classification! Completion of an Adoption Application via our website www.midwestanimalrescue.org is the best way to show your interest in an animal and is the first step in our adoption process.  *Animals who are not fully vaccinated and altered are not eligible for long distance adoption. When you adopt a pet from Midwest Animal Rescue and Services, your adoption fee covers: Microchip and registration, Core Vaccines including Rabies, Distemper and bordetella, age appropriate heartworm testing or FeLV-FIV testing, sterilization, heartworm/flea-tick prevention and deworming while in foster care.  Adoption fees are non-negotiable and can be paid by cashier's check, money order or credit card. We do not accept personal checks. Any issues that arise after adoption are the full responsibility of the adopter after the finalization of adoption. Adoption fees are only part of the expense of owning a pet, so we ask you to consider the costs for the life of the pet before adoption. We recommend pet insurance. //

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Thank you for stopping by to see me!  Please fill out an application to set up  a private meeting.    Hi I'm Valeria!  I'm a happy little low rider aka I've got short little legs, but they don't slow me down at all!  I love doing zoomies and I'm so fast!  I love being outside on leash walking with my foster mom.  I get to take in all the smells and noises.  There's always lots of new things to explore and rolling in the grass is just the best! When I'm not busy playing with toys or chewing on bones I enjoy cuddling with my person.  I can be quite the adorable lap dog! I'd love to be the only doggie in your life so I can have all of your love to myself.  I'll give you just as many hugs and kisses as you'll give me.  I haven't met any kids but would probably be fine with bigger kids.  I don't always remember my manners and might jump on little ones knocking them over.  I'm doing well on kennel and potty training and I know I'll master then quickly with your help.  I might bark when first going into my kennel so shared walls might not be best.  I want to make sure your neighbors like me haha!  I should also tell you I love food so I'm told that makes training easy peasy.  Why don't we try it out and see? Please note that some of our dogs are obtained from shelters, surrendered to our care, or released from breeders. Each animal's bio is based on our experience of the animal within our care, an educated guess based on physical characteristics, temperament and information shared. Each dog receives basic grooming when coming into rescue, but for some dogs they have not received grooming attention until recently and grooming may be required shortly after adoption. This will be at the adopter’s expense, so we encourage you to research the breed and be prepared for grooming expenses. Underdog cannot guarantee hypoallergenic or non-shedding qualities of any dogs in our rescue. Some of the animals come from situations where they are lacking experience in a home and confidence in humans. In turn, they require another companion dog and/or a fenced in yard in their forever home in order for them to feel safe. If you are interested in a particular dog whose bio states those needs and do not currently have them, please understand that your home might not be the right fit. Please use the filter on our Adoptable Dogs page to find the perfect match for your home.    ***Be sure to check your spam/junk folder as sometimes our emails end up there***Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.If you have other questions about me you can email Underdog Rescue at <inquiries@underdogrescuemn.com> ADOPTION EVENTS:      Adoption events are updated at the top of each dogs animals' as their foster home signs up. Check back for updates on which events they will be attending. If an event is not listed within their bio above, the animal is not planning to attend.  Please understand that all of our pets are in volunteer foster homes and sometimes "life" happens and the foster family cannot make it to their scheduled adoption event. If you are traveling from a far distance to meet a specific animal, please understand we cannot guarantee event attendance. We recommend filling out an application and we will set up a private appointment. Private appointments are only scheduled after an application is submitted and approved. ADOPTION PROCEDURE: The first step in our process is to complete an online adoption application on our website: http://www.underdogrescuemn.com/adoptionprocess/   Note: In most circumstances Underdog Rescue will only adopt within 60 miles of Minneapolis, MN.  All of our foster animals can be seen by appointment with an approved adoption application. Contact us at http://www.underdogrescuemn.com/contact-us/ if you have further questions. FOSTER CARE: All of our animals are fostered in individual homes or doggie daycare facilities. While they are in our care, they are part of our families and given lots of love. We work on training, crate-training and socialization prior to adoption, but each bio is written by the foster as they see them, in their home. Each animal's behavior is evaluated and we have a sense of its temperament and personality, but it cannot be guaranteed. We look for adopters who will give each animal the wonderful life and permanent home that he or she deserves in time and with patience.  If you have an interest and ability to be a foster home, please visit our website  www.underdogrescuemn.com/foster-applications  and fill out a foster application. NUTRITION: Nutrition is vital to the rehabilitation and life-long health of our pets.  All of our foster animals are fed a premium diet such as NutriSource, Canidae, Orijen, Nature's Variety, Fromm, Pure Vita, Stella and Chewy's, Primal, or balanced raw diet.  All adopters are required to continue providing premium diets for the life of the animal. YOU CAN HELP: Not able to foster or adopt right now? Please consider sponsoring an Underdog. Your donation will help us buy dog food and pay for medical costs. Visit this link  www.underdogrescuemn.com/donate   to donate.  (Please note: A Paypal account is not necessary to use Paypal. When you get to the Paypal page, just use the link to the left of their login to make your donation via Paypal without an account.) November 6, 2024, 10:49 pm