Adopt a Pug in New Mexico

Pugs are charming, mischievous, and intensely social dogs with their iconic squishy faces. They appear in rescue when health issues common in the breed overwhelm owners. A rescued Pug is a delightful, cuddly companion in a flat-faced little package.

New Mexico has a large rescue dog population, with active organizations in Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and Las Cruces. Rural and border-region shelters add significantly to the population. A rescued New Mexico dog often comes from a high-need shelter in a state with limited rural infrastructure.