Stuart, a 7-year-old pug, was rescued in October 2024 from Korea with a severe eye infection caused by fly larvae, from which veterinarians meticulously removed over 30 worms. After recovering, Stuart traveled to the US in November to find a forever home and, after six months, was adopted in May 2025 by the McNaughtons in NYC, just after their wedding. Stuart, affectionately called Stuie or Stu-Beef, has become a cherished and joyful addition to their family, joining their 5-year-old pug, Cosmo, and is known for his loving nature, energetic spirit despite his age, and enthusiasm for treats and walks. His new family is incredibly grateful to Pug Rescue of Korea and everyone involved in his journey for bringing Stuie into their lives.

Larry, a 5-year-old rescued from a hoarding situation in Korea, has finally found his forever home. Thanks to the dedicated efforts of his Korean foster mom, who managed his weight and paid for his patella surgery, he was ready for a new life. After a short flight to the U.S. and just three weeks in foster care, Larry found his perfect match with a family that had recently lost their 17-year-old pug. According to his new mom, he's "the sweetest boy ever," who loves to "hold hands," gives lots of kisses, and is completely obsessed with toys. He's a well-behaved dog who even enjoys going to baseball games and has helped his new family heal. Now, he happily shares a bed with his new sister, Abby, who gave him her "official seal of approval" during their first meeting.

Oscar's journey to adoption, a common tale for many rescued pugs, began when he was found as a stray in a rural, agricultural area of Korea, likely abandoned. After being rescued and receiving much-needed medical care, including knee surgery and treatment for canine coronavirus, Oscar, then known as Zion, flew to NYC in December. Katherine and her husband, who had previously adopted their pug Gerry through PRoK, volunteered as flight escorts for Oscar and quickly fell in love with the nervous pup at the airport, despite not initially planning for a second dog. Their foster plans quickly turned into a permanent adoption, with Oscar becoming a beloved member of their family, known for his signature hanging tongue, calm demeanor, playful energy, and affectionate nature, bringing endless joy and laughter to their lives.

On October 1, 2024, eight-year-old Bianca, formerly known as Gwen, found her forever home with Amanda in LA after a challenging start that began in early 2024 when she was sent to a Korean shelter as a stray. Despite her owner's plea for the shelter to care for Bianca while hospitalized, Bianca spent five months in a cage before Pug Rescue of Korea stepped in to rescue her in June 2024. After a journey that involved a flight volunteer to LA and two foster homes, Amanda became her forever mom, describing Bianca as a fashionable, opinionated, and smart "middle-aged Italian lady" who hates anything with wheels but loves bananas, apples, and her six favorite toys. Initially anxious, Bianca has calmed down and now requires sleeping under blankets on Amanda's shoulder, often lying on a pillow as if human, and despite her quirky habit of yelling and doing circles when Amanda leaves, she is the miracle Amanda needed to heal her heart.

On October 17, 2024, Lilac, a pug rescued on June 1, 2024, after being surrendered in Korea due to a dog allergy, found her forever home on the East Coast with her new mom, Sarah. Like many pugs, Lilac required surgeries for an elongated soft palate and bladder stones before she was ready for her long flight across the Pacific to the US. Since settling in quickly, Lilac, described as a sweet, curious, independent, and confident girl, has successfully trained Sarah on the importance of timely meals and snacks. She loves meeting people during her long walks, making friends at local pet-friendly businesses, and visiting the art museum grounds. With a bit of spice, she walks into a room as though she owns it, loves to chew on her harness and leash, and adorably twirls when excited, bringing joy to everyone she meets.

Gremlin, originally named Lotso, was rescued in November 2024 from a factory and warehouse complex in Haman, South Korea, where he was likely dumped. After a worrying period at the vet to rule out Parvo, he was cleared for travel. On December 18, 2024, Gremlin flew to his forever home in NYC with Dayna, a repeat adopter of pugs. Affectionately nicknamed "Gremmy" for his lively personality, he is the most energetic of their pug grumble, waking them up with enthusiasm and constantly engaging in play. Gremlin shares a special bond with Liza, another adopted pug, and enjoys playfully "stealing" toys from Kevin. Dayna describes him as agile, athletic, and incredibly handsome, bringing a welcome "razzle-dazzle" to their home, which primarily consists of senior dogs.

Despite a challenging start, two-year-old pug Chai found his forever home in Maine on January 26, 2025. Rescued in July 2024 from neglect in South Korea with his sister, Coco, Chai arrived in NYC on November 21, 2024, facing several health issues including skin fungus and an ear infection. His dedicated foster mom, Rose, provided exceptional care during his recovery. Now, Chai thrives with Joette and her family, joining two cats and two dogs, and is cherished for his sweet, cuddly, and playful pug personality. He loves walks and playing in the fenced-in yard, a testament to the patience and care provided by Pug Rescue of Korea and his foster families, Rose and Laura.

fter a challenging seven-month journey, six-year-old Red (formerly GReddy), a pug believed to have endured multiple previous homes and severe health issues including emergency GI surgery and pancreatitis, finally found his forever family with Jessica and Kevin in December. Despite his past struggles and a surprising lack of adoption applications, Red seamlessly integrated into his new Massachusetts home, where he thrives on constant companionship, especially enjoying cuddles during Kevin's work-from-home days. Jessica expresses immense gratitude to Pug Rescue of Korea for bringing Red into their lives, noting his sweet, loyal, and cuddly nature, which has made him an indispensable and beloved member of their family.

Pugs in Hanboks photoshoot at Pug Camp 2025

Sonny, a 2.5-year-old pug rescued in October from a deplorable puppy mill alongside seven other pugs, has found her forever home thanks to Pug Rescue of New England. Despite suffering from a shrunken left eye, Giardia, and a recurring ruptured sebaceous cyst caused by her former living conditions, Sonny has transitioned beautifully. Her new mom, Robin, reports that Sonny is "a very nice lady" and now enjoys a loving home with a fellow rescue pug named Bunbun, far removed from the cages of her past.