I have a grumble. That is not to say I am a grumpy person. A “grumble” is the term used to describe a group of pugs. In my home, we have five pugs: Hank, Brucie, Booker, Blue and Sophie. One has seizures, another has had cancer twice, one is blind and deaf and the last two are in doggie wheelchairs known as “carts”. Having five pugs in your house is a lot of work even if they are healthy. Add their various health concerns, and we have our hands full. Yet we would not have it any other way.
I talk to many people who are interested in adopting a pug. I can feel the look of enthusiasm and joy melting off my face as I hear them talk about the “perfect pug” they want to bring home. Nothing wrong with being optimistic. Great Expectations is one of my all-time favorite books. However, we rarely have “perfect pugs”.
They come to us with questionable lumps, sight and hearing impairments, arthritis, weak legs and ear infections, just to name a few. My hope is that we all can find a way to see “perfect” in a different light.
Perfect is the trust I see in their big, beautiful brown eyes. Perfect is the way they beg for a spot next to me in my recliner. Perfect is the way they slurp up a bowl-full of dog food as if I just gave them filet mignon. Perfect is the content sound of their extra loud snoring reverberating throughout the house curled up on their extra thick doggie bed.
I guess it’s true: perfect is in the eye of the beholder. For me, my grumble is perfect just as they are. I would ask you to consider the definition of perfect when you look at the pictures of our adoptable pugs. Like each of us, they come with histories and perhaps baggage. More importantly, they come packed with love and devotion for those willing to give them a chance. My grumble and I wish you all a very Happy New Year.
You can
never have too
many pugs.
It is through donations that Mid Michigan Pug Club is able to rescue, care for, provide veterinary care, and find new homes for the pugs surrendered to us. Since our last newsletter the following individuals have made all of that possible through their generous donations. Thank You !
Kendra Anderson Monty Fakhouri Sharon & Ed Bourdeau
Ann Maxwell Kyle & Ladawn Caldwell Sandy Kasem
Joe & Stacy Ketchum Pamela Walton Gwynne & Roy Turner Sandra Morgan Angela & Kevin Dobiesz Deb McGowan Kimberly Resseguie Diane Rismann Carolyn Williams Jan, Lewis and Lulu, the beagle, Williams Rebeka Rosebrugh
Alex & Shelly Vince and the girls Margie, Sophie, Gracie & Trudie
The best dog
is a rescue dog.
Tips for Cold Winter Weather
Animals can get frostbite and experience hypothermia. Common sense and probably your pet, will let you know that limiting time outside when it is freezing is a good idea.
Maintaining good circulation helps keep the body warm. Pets need plenty of water to maintain optimum levels of hydration which in turn affects circulation.
Some types of de-icer are toxic to pets who may lick their paws when back inside. There are safe de-icers available. Anti- freeze which may be on the garage floor is also deadly for pets.
Rescued is my
favorite breed.
Pugnic ~ Save the Date
June 16, 2018
My rescue pet
rescued me.
How many pugs were rescued and adopted out in 2017?
TWENTY! That's right 20whole and complete pugs (minus an eye or two) were received into their new homes by some pretty great families! THANK YOU for loving pugs of all shapes, sizes, and abilities.