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.

Fauna, a three-year-old alpha pug who became a shelter dog after her owner's passing, was adopted on January 12, 2025, by the Schiffman family in Oklahoma, a perfect match after a three-month foster period in NYC. Initially drawn to her through social media, the Schiffmans, still grieving their previous pug, Piglet, felt Fauna was the ideal new addition. Fauna quickly asserted herself as the "ruler and protector" of her new home, enjoying walks, dog park visits where she confidently marks her territory, and snuggling on "the big bed" with her new parents. She's a vocal pug, purring when content and "screaming" at onscreen animals and even thunder, yet she's also curious about her new hedgehog brother, Bren. Despite her independent streak, Fauna is a true "Velcro dog," constantly seeking proximity to her humans and bringing immense joy and entertainment to their lives.

Schmidt, a distinctive three-year-old apricot-colored pug found wandering the streets of Gumi, Korea, has officially been adopted by the Tavares family on November 24, 2024. Despite his initial struggles, including a dislocated kneecap that required surgery, Schmidt quickly adapted to his new home and city life in the U.S. His new mom, Nicole, describes him as a spirited and cuddly companion who brings endless entertainment and joy, filling the void left by their previous pug, Hank. Schmidt loves meeting new people and dogs, enjoys outdoor adventures, and has a charming habit of invading personal space for affectionate sniffs and nuzzles.

Colin, a four-year-old pug previously abandoned and rejected by his original owner despite facing euthanasia, found his forever home on December 30, 2024. Rescued in Korea, Colin flew to Newark and was met by Lisa and Jeff Barron, who brought him to Chicago. His new family describes him as incredibly sweet, loving, and well-behaved, quickly adapting to his new life filled with walks, cuddles, and playful antics like building "forts" under the comforter and giving unexpected "kissing bandit" licks. The Barrons, who previously adopted two pugs from an Asian dog rescue, were thrilled to find Pug Rescue of Korea and welcome Colin, their third rescue pug, into their loving home.