Happy National Pug Day to the breed that has stolen our hearts!

Today we would like to introduce you to Gilbert. One of our fosters connected us with a vet clinic who had recently seen an 18-week-old puppy. He had never been vaccinated and his poor immune system could not handle what life, including his own body, was throwing at him, and he ended up with demodicosis, or demodetic mange. We assure you that this hair loss and awful scabbing did now happen overnight, and shudder to think how much of his short existence on this earth has been filled with agonizing itching. The vet clinic was able to convince the backyard breeder to surrender him so he could get the care he needed, and we stepped in to cover his $535 vet bill, no questions asked. Your support makes it possible for us to help without hesitation when faced with immediate needs. He has received his first round of vaccines and medication for his ouchies. Another vet referred us to an amazing foster who has a pug puppy who just completed his puppy vaccines and has not been around other dogs. It is the perfect environment for this sweet baby whose immune system is down, but not out. Since this form of mange is not contagious, we were able to get him settled into his foster home last night. Word is that he wasted no time in jumping straight to playtime with his foster brother. Because this foster stepped up to help us help a pug in need, and had the perfect family and home dynamic for him, she will be given the option to adopt him after he is healthy and neutered. We thank the community of folks who pulled together to get this baby into rescue and foster so he could celebrate National Pug Day with some RELIEF from his burning and itching. Hell on earth is over, baby, and it’s all good things going forward!! Welcome to the GPPR family, little Gilbert, and Happy National Pug Day to all!! ❤️