PugHearts of Houston Pug Rescue is a true 501(c)(3) non-profit charity founded in the Houston area by dedicated pug owners and lovers.

Our mission

The rescue, rehabilitation and permanent placement of needy pugs into loving homes.

5802

pugs rescued

170

pugs available

We are 19!

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Rover Oaks Houston Adoption Event

Rover Oaks Central ~ 2550 W Bellfort Ave Houston, TX 77054

Sunday 9/13/2026 from 11am to 23pm

Please join us for an adoption event at Rover Oaks (Houston Location) on Sunday 9/13/2026 from 11am to 3pm.

This is an indoor event with a large space for lots of foster dogs!

Please come out and meet our amazing foster pugs!

Rover Oaks Central is located at: 2550 W Bellfort Ave Houston, TX 77054

Pug of the moment

Lita

Female

5 years old

No special needs

Hi… I’m Lita I’m about 5 years old, a petite 14 lbs., and I’m a very good girl (I feel like that’s important to say upfront).

The official details: Name: Lita Age: ~5 years Gender: Female Medical: I’m spayed, heartworm negative, and I recently had a little surgery to help me breathe better (big upgrade, highly recommend).

I’m also being treated for a skin condition called demodex, which is already getting better and my hair will keep improving as I heal.

My personality (the important part): I’m what they call a “velcro pug.” That means wherever you go… I go.

Kitchen?

I’m there.

Living room?

Already waiting.

Bathroom?

I’ll supervise.

I’m very sweet, calm, and affectionate.

I don’t really care about toys (although I did try one recently… briefly… we’ll see).

What I really love is being close to my person.

I get along with everyone: ~ Dogs?

Yes ~ Cats?

Don’t bother me ~ Humans?

My favorite My perfect day: Wake up, check on my human, follow them around, relax on something soft, eat my meals, supervise the house, and end the day curled up right next to you.

It’s a simple life.

I’m a simple girl.

Things I’m really good at: Loving my person Being calm and easy in the house Following you everywhere (expert level) Getting along with other pets Having excellent manners Things I’m still working on: Learning the dog door (I’m getting it!)

Deciding if toys are worth my time Letting my skin fully heal so I can show off my glow-up The good stuff (Pros): ~ No potty accidents in the house ~ Very calm and low-key ~ Super affectionate ~ Great with other dogs and cats ~ Small and easy to manage ~Already have my manners The honest stuff (Considerations): I’m not a high-energy, playful dog I prefer people over toys or independent play I will want to be near you… a lot Potty training: I’ve had zero accidents and I’m doing great.

I’m also learning to use the dog door like a smart girl.

My dream home: Someone who wants a constant companion.

Someone who doesn’t mind a little shadow.

Someone who wants a calm, loving dog who just wants to be close.

If you’ve been looking for a sweet, loyal, no-drama kind of girl… I’ve been looking for you too.

– Lita

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Testimonials

We had an amazing experience with Pughearts! The process was thorough (which I appreciated). The volunteers and organization are extremely passionate about their rescue dogs and their well being. We are so grateful for our fur babies and for Pughearts!

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-- Freddie1

This was our first adoption from Pug Hearts and we couldn't be more impressed! We live out of state and Pug Hearts went above and beyond to come and inspect our home. Every step of the way all the volunteers I worked with were kind and quick to answer all my many questions through the adoption process. When I flew to Houston to meet the pug we were hoping to adopt, my flight was significantly delayed and our pug's foster mom took the next day off just so I could come meet with her! Our pug came to us in great health, fully checked by the Pug Hearts vet team, with detailed vet records for her continued care. We continue to stay in touch with the volunteers and our Pug's foster mom sending updates and sharing stories,. Not only did we add the sweetest pug girl to our family, we feel like we came away with new friends! We will always adopt from Pug Hearts from now on and highly recommend them for your family too!

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-- dnussmeier

We had an excellent experience working with Pug Hearts Houston. Everyone we spoke with and worked with was very nice and answered all of our questions quickly. Ann was awesome about coming to do the home visit for us since we live in a remote location in Colorado. Karen was awesome about giving us all the information we needed and making sure our pup was all set to travel back from Houston. We would recommend Pug Hearts for anyone looking to help find a pug a forever home!

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-- stetson

We adopted a pug in 2020 from Pug Hearts. I have nothing but wonderful things to say about this rescue! Our pug had been found wandering the streets , was underweight and had severe behavioral issues. His foster mother worked with him for 4 months to get him ready to come home with us. Not only did we get a new family member but I made a great friend as well. They take in pugs of any age with any medical problem and provide them with not only the medical care they need but the love they deserve. No pug is left behind.

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-- lugreentx

PugHearts is an amazing rescue. They are extremely thorough in the application process and truly care about the well-being of every single animal that they help. The organization has a wonderful group of volunteers, donors, and Fosters. The intake coordinator and the Director are absolutely wonderful to communicate with. They are very knowledgeable and caring. I have adopted three pugs from them and anytime I have questions or concerns they are quick to reply with a solution. Hands-down the best rescue in the entire world!!

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-- storemanager17

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