PUG RESCUE & ADOPTION VICTORIA INC.

January 2012 – What goes on behind the scenes of Pug Rescue?

January 28, 2012

You may wondered how a community based foster care networks, which our organisation is one of, operate.  Unlike a pound or a shelter we do not have kennels, a shelter or even an office.  Instead the pugs that come into our care are welcomed into the family homes and the hearts of our amazingly selfless volunteers who care for our special breed whilst they are physically and mentally rehabilitated and matched to a perfect forever home no matter how long that journey may take. 

Recently as part of  The PEDIGREE Adoption Drive two of our beautiful pugs, Roy & Fez, featured in ’Underdogs’, a documentary following 5 dogs from homelessness to hopefully forever loving homes.  ‘Underdogs’ aims to create awareness, bust myths about homeless dogs, inspire people to adopt and also show people the journey dogs take when they enter into a community based foster care networks foster care program. 

Eastern Regional Pet Expo – Sunday 3rd April 2011

February 26, 2011

Come and join the pugs at their stall on Sunday the 3rd April 2011 at Knox City Council’s Annual Eastern Regional Pet Expo. The pugs will be on their best behaviour and promise to give you lots of snorts and licks. They will have their knowledgable servants on hand to answer anything and everthing you ever wanted to know about a pug and of course there will be lots of pugnalia available. The Expo will be held at Knox Park Reserve on Ferntree Gully Road in Knoxfield.

The aim of the Expo is to promote businesses, organisations and clubs at one event, incorporating all types of animals as pets, with the theme being “Responsible Pet Ownership”.

Craig “Huggy” Huggins from Gold 104FM will host the day letting everyone know who will be on stage and when.

Come and speak with the experts:
Visitors can speak with; Local Vets, Dog trainers, breeders, Animal Welfare Groups, Groomers and lots more.
There will be a wealth of knowledge and information available to all, visitors can find out which pet best suits their lifestyle, and what is needed to keep them a happy and contented pet.

Competitions:
There will be many pet competitions on the day. Categories include Best dressed pet, Happiest pet, Most looks like owner, Most obedient pet, Most impressive trick, Best tennis ball retrieve, Fastest fetch with owner and an Egg and spoon race for pets and their owners!

What else will be on?
-Discounted pet microchipping will be available on the day;
- Reptile, creepy crawly and native animal display including a crocodile;
-Wrangler Jayne;
-Lure coursing;
- Working dog demonstrations;
-Pony Rides;
-Animal Nursery;
-The major winner of the 2010-2011 Responsible Pet Ownership Competition will be announced

For more info….  http://www.knox.vic.gov.au/Page/page.asp?Page_Id=1169&h=0

Melbourne Pet & Animal Expo 2011 – Feb 19th & 20th

January 25, 2011

PUG RESCUE & ADOPTION VICTORIA INC. are very excited to be attending the Melbourne Pet and Animal Expo 2011.

Come and visit us and the pugs at this exciting event which attracts over 15,000 animal lovers to Caulfield Racecourse, with this years special guest being Dr Chris Brown (Bondi Vet). Held over two fun filled days – Saturday 19th of Feb and Sunday 20th of Feb – this is an invaluable oportunity for our rescue organisation to show the general pet loving public the amazing work that we do.

Our Stand Number 212 is situated right by the main building entrance, so is sure to be a big hit with the crowds. We will have some great pug merchandise, some of our rescue pugs to cuddle and of course our trusty volunteers ready to answer any of your pug related questions.

Place: Caulfield Racecourse Melbourne – Station Street, Caulfield

Date & Time:  10.00 am – 5.00 pm – Saturday Feb 19
                            10.00 am – 5.00 pm – Sunday Feb 20

More info in regards to tickets and displays HERE
Many thanks to Mornington Lodge Pet Resort, who have again shown how much they really do care about dogs, for securing our spot and sponsoring the costs involved.

20/11/2010 -Don’t let the Victorian government shut us down!

November 20, 2010

PETstock Moonee Ponds Adoption Drive Day – Saturday 9th of October 2010

September 23, 2010

PUG RESCUE & ADOPTION VICTORIA INC. and PETstock Moonee Ponds are proud to present our Instore Adoption Drive Day.

Saturday 9th of October, 2010 11am till 2pm Thanks to PETstock Moonee Ponds you now all have a chance to come and meet, cuddle and fall in love with many of our delightful rescue pugs who are currently seeking new families to call their very own.

Joining our pugs instore will be our knowledgeable rescue volunteers and foster families who are more then happy to chat and answer any questions about anything and everything to do with pugs.

 In stores promotions for the day include:

-10% off beds, collars,leads and harness’s when you donate your old ones to Pug Rescue

 - Rogz collars and leads 50% ( selected range)

 - Show bags – with samples, vouchers information

- Raffles – for cats and dogs

 - Reps in store – Nutro, Eukanuba, Frontline, Royal Canin, Eagle Pack giving away samples and information

 -Northern Obedience Club – for advice and any questions in regards to training

-Essendon Vet clinic – to answer questions in regards to pugs and give out information

-Sausage Sizzle 11- 2.30pm -Extra savings and specials will be offered on the day as well!!

The pugs, along with us, hope to see you there!!!!