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KPR rescues many Pugs, and the
majority of them are in need of medical care. Most of the Pugs
get better and go on to lead long, happy lives. Some however,
do not. These are the Pugs that KPR has taken in who have a
terminal illness. KPR is dedicated to making the last months,
weeks, or days of their lives comfortable, and letting these
Pugs know that someone loves them and cares about them. For
some Pugs, this is the first time in their lives they know
what the love of a family, a warm home and a full belly feels
like.
KPR will take in any needy Pug, regardless of health,
temperament or age. Please donate to help KPR continue to be
able to help ALL pugs that come to us. |
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Donate to Help
a Pug in Hospice! |
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If you would like to
donate to help a rescue Pug, you can do so using Paypal
by clicking on the button below. Or print out
a
donation
form and mail it to KPR.
Please specify a particular Pug you
want your donation to go to, and KPR will list your name
under their photo as a Pal for that Pug. Thank you!
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HOSPICE CARE!
Before coming to KPR,
Angel (# 838) spent six years of her life kept in
an outside kennel by a backyard breeder. She arrived at
her foster home in much need of a bath and was
practically hairless. With a lot of TLC, this 8 year old
sweetie has turned into a lovely and loving lady. Angel
likes to climb up next to her foster mom and cuddle as
closely as she can. It’s almost like she’s trying to
catch up for all the years when no one loved her. Angel
loves playing in the backyard, especially chasing after
squirrels.
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Percy's Pals for Pugs!
Dana Amos
Elizabeth Applegate
Fern Blossom Studio
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HOSPICE CARE!
Percy (# 865) is an
11 year old gentleman that was dropped off at the
shelter after his family lost their home. One minute he
was part of a family, and the next minute he was in an
unfamiliar place, surrounded by noises and smells that
were unfamiliar and scary until a KPR angel went to the
shelter and rescued him. Percy had a horrible cough, and
the vets discovered that he has an enlarged heart that
presses on his lungs, causing him to cough. He's on
medications to control this, but he will be on
medications the rest of his life. As if that wasn't
enough, he also has arthritis in his back, causing
weakness in his back legs. But, Percy still loves to run
and play, and his favorite activity is sleeping all
cuddled up with whichever person happens to be
available! Like most pugs, Percy loves to eat - treats
being his favorite. He gets along well with everyone in
the house, dogs, cats and people. Percy adores children,
although they need to be careful around him due to the
weakness in his hind legs, he can't get out of the way
very quickly. |
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Yoda's Pals for Pugs
Lyna Pena
Stu & Sadie Sobel
Jenni Webb
Friends& Family of
Lindsay and Will
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HOSPICE CARE!
Twelve year old Yoda (# 647) was surrendered to
KPR in the summer of 2008 after he had been used by his
former owner as a breeder for nine years. Since Yoda
hadn't been to the vet in nine years, he was brought
current on vaccinations, neutered and had some much
needed dental work completed. Yoda has a sweet face with
large soulful eyes. His feet are splayed after spending
so much time in a cage and he has a touch of arthritis.
When Yoda arrived at his foster home, he had no idea how
to interact with people or other dogs, spending the
first few weeks in foster care just observing.
Eventually he decided that dogs are supposed to sit on
laps, bark for attention and follow other dogs around
the yard. Yoda likes to eat in peace separately in
another area. His foster home first fed him outside, but
with the winter weather approaching, his foster mother
had to find new places to serve his private meal. On
Christmas Eve Yoda stopped eating. After a trip to the
vet the day after Christmas, Yoda spent four days
hospitalized on fluids and antibiotics. The vet
indicated that Yoda had an irritated digestive system,
but could not identify the source as he was too weak at
the time for additional testing. Yoda will be returning
to the vet in the very near future for liver tests, but
in the meantime he is doing much better and is eating
well. His foster mom says he is back to barking to
express his desire for treats, dinner, or best of all
attention.
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HOSPICE CARE!
Hi, my name is Mylo
(# 614) and I am about 10-12 years old. The nice people
at KPR don't know a lot about my history, but that's ok
because I am ready to write my next chapter with you.
Since I'm an older fella, my back and hips are a bit
sore, but that doesn't slow me down one bit! I like to
tussle with my foster pug brothers and sisters, but
spend a good part of my day snoozing. The vet tells me I
have to take a pill for my thyroid, but I don't mind
because that means I get a piece of hot dog and I really
enjoy that. |
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Become Aliza's Pal!
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Holly Sanders
Jenni Webb
Joy Cupp
Camille Traina
Edward Shertz
Nicole Kuskye
Brenda Jordan
Sherri Harrington
Nathan & Tami Hoy
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HOSPICE CARE!
Aliza
(# 371) is approximately 14 years of age. When Aliza
arrived into her foster home, it was discovered that
she was heartworm positive. Aliza underwent her
heartworm treatments like a champ and is now heartworm
free.
Due
to Aliza's age, she is visually impaired and doesn't
have the best hearing, but she's still a feisty little
gal that insists she gets as much lap time as
possible. Aliza is not a picky eater and will sleep
wherever. Her foster mom says she's super smart and
will tackle anybody who contests her right to a warm
lap. Aliza is not potty trained, but if you watch her
closely, she will do the classic pug spin long enough
to give you warning to get her outside or on a potty
pad. Aliza does need artificial tears put in her eyes
on occasion so her eyes don't dry out and is on
medication for allergies.
Aliza's foster mom shared a funny story - she has a
ceramic toad that has artificial flowers in it.
Everytime her foster mom leaves the house, Aliza pulls
the flowers out and makes a bed. Apparently Aliza
prefers her bed of flowers as opposed to the numerous
pillows and dog beds in the home.
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Bugsy's
Pals for Pugs!
Edward Shertz
Nathan & Tami Hoy
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HOSPICE CARE!
Bugsy (# 434), 14 years old, is currently in hospice
care. Bugsy is deaf and has trouble standing and cannot
do steps. Aside from being old, he is still in good
health. He sleeps most of the day and sometimes plays
with all his foster brothers and sisters. Bugsy loves to
lay in the sun outside. While he has trouble controlling
his bowels, he still lets us know when it is time to go
outside. He sleeps with us or on one of the many dog
beds we have throughout the house. Bugsy is still going
strong and we will unconditionally love him for the rest
of the time he is with us. |
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Jasmine's
Pals for Pugs!
Rich & Melinda McGee
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HOSPICE CARE!
Jasmine (# 462),
also known affectionately by her foster mom as “Mini
Moo” and “Mooey”, is a super sweet and super cute 16 lb.
female pug that is approximately 7-8 years old. Jasmine
was an owner surrender, who came to KPR after her owner
decided they had too many dogs.
Her first visit to the vet’s office revealed a laundry
list of medical needs/issues, including: numerous mast
cells tumors, early cataracts/PK, luxating patella in
her right back leg, and arthritis/compensation soreness
in her left back leg. Even though Jasmine has early
cataracts/PK, her foster mom reports that she can see
just fine. Due to Jasmine’s rear legs, it is important
that she be maintained at between 14-16 lbs in order to
alleviate any further strain on her already tender legs.
Jasmine will have a much-needed dental in the near
future and will also begin a treatment plan for her
tumors.
Jasmine is
good with sharing toys, likes walking on a leash and
loves to cuddle with her foster brother, but her most
favorite place to be is in your lap getting loads of
attention. Her foster mom summed Jasmine
up best by saying “She really is just the sweetest
little dog I have ever met.” |
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HOSPICE CARE!
Jazz (# 417) is a female pug who is about 10 years old. She is very loving!. She has a weak rear leg
and cannot do stairs or jump on furniture She weighs 20
pounds. Losing some weight will help
her in using her rear leg. She is completely house
broken and keeps right up with the younger pugs in the
foster home.
Shortly after arriving at her foster home, Jazz had an
episode where it appeared that she fainted. Jazz was
immediately rushed to the local emergency clinic for an
examination. Based upon the clinical signs and
information provided by the foster home, the emergency
clinic suspected that Jazz either had a seizure or a
stroke-like episode, which could possibly be caused by a
tumor. Chest x-rays revealed that Jazz also has a
slightly enlarged heart. Due to Jazz's age, the vet
advised against further treatment and/or testing as it
is unlikely she would survive. Based upon the
uncertainty regarding her health and the long-term
prognosis, she has been placed in Hospice, where she
will live out the rest of her days in love and comfort.
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Jazz''s Pals for Pugs
Gary Moore
Dustin Bailey & Atticus
The Lindsey Crew
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