1-16-12 This from Stitch's Foster Mom, Amy

OMG, the only thing that lets me know this is a 9yo pug is the gray! He looks like he's in great shape. A small pug who's the perfect weight, not heavy and not so skinny as to see his ribs. He's missing just a bit of fur underneath. I read that he had previously had fleas which had been taken care of so this should grow back. Came into the home and sniffed everyone and everything just like a puppy. Up on the couch and cuddled right on top of one of the cushions like he'd been here forever! He's a very sweet boy too, loves pets and gives kisses. Slept on the bed with JJ last night. Curious this morning and running room to room, from person to person, checking out all the different activity. Good on leash, gentle when given treats. He does seem to mark and we'll be working on this. His forever family might just have to pry him out of my arms! I'll reevaluate him again once he's settled in for a couple of days. He seems very healthy but in need of a dental. I'll go ahead and make an appt for sometime this week to have him checked over. He really is spry, light on his feet and following the kids around everywhere. He's in the best shape of any Sr dog I've had so far and many of the younger ones as well. I have a soft spot for the black pugs and I'm beginning to think they've been directed here on purpose lately! With this one I think I'll have to keep chanting "I can't keep him, I can't keep him" just to remind myself!
 

1/30/12 Update on Bella- She is doing very well, the swelling in her eye has gone down and she will be going to the vet next week for her checkup to see if they can save it. She has become used to her plastic collar and it doesn't slow her down one bit. What a smart puppy! She is completely housetrained and will whine at the door when she has to go out, and she absolutely loves running around in the yard. Gets along great with the cat, who will occasionally wrestle with her. The other dogs are a little scared of her since they've never seen a dog with the plastic collar but she still tries to play with them. Loves chewing bones and playing fetch, gets along great with everyone she meets. Bella is a very happy, smart little puppy and has come a LONG way in a short couple weeks.

Update on Magic- 12/19/11
This dog is a gem! He could have been named Diamond! Magic is naturally very friendly. He has had lots of family interaction over the holidays, with humans and canines, and handled it all very well. He uses his crate when needed and sleeps in the mudroom at night. He isn't territorial regarding food and we are just introducing toys now. I think he is quite smart...comes to his name already and tries to see where the dog is on the TV...looks behind and under!!! Magic is working very hard on house-training. I belly-band him in the house and he is free to roam. Every time we go out, he pees...poops once a day, usually mid-day. Haven't had any accidents in the house. He does a couple of stairs, but not a full flight. His hind quarters are not as strong, due to patella issues. However, this doesn't inhibit him in any way as far as his activity! We see Dr. K right after 1st of year....He is quite independent. Likes to be where I am, but not necessarily in my lap or on my chair. He prefers roaming and finding his own spot. He is a very loving dog with tail going all the time. He takes treats from my hand and knows when I say "Good Boy". Rides very quietly in the car, either in crate or strapped in by seatbelt. I just think he is a prize!!! Best...Pat

Coco is a quiet, timid girl. She is understandably fearful, but learning to trust. She is taking meds for a UTI and will be on the antibiotic for two weeks. Other than that, she is healthy. She is not aggressive in any way. We have two young children and three pugs of our own, so this has been a great adjustment for her. She is very sweet, enjoys snuggling, and will chew on toys when given them. I am confident that she will overcome her skittishness and learn to trust with time and patience. She just needs a family who will help her come out of her shell with patience and understanding. Coco has a lot of love to give.

1/4/12 Coco is coming out of her shell more. It is so nice to see her pug tail up and curled the way a puggy tail should be. It is staying up more now. She will also play with toys and has a strange fondness for my computer mouse. She thinks it is a toy. She is also a paper shredder. The other night I was looking at my Avon catalog in bed and she came right over, put her paw on it, and started chewing and ripping apart the corner. Excuse me. Lol.