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Pug Rescue Dogs & Puppies for Adoption in and around Belfast

There are 2 Pugs looking for a new home in and around Belfast right now, listed by Assisi Animal Sanctuary and Just Like Home Rescue. Includes Pug crosses.

All 2 are with rescues within about 25 miles of Belfast, in places such as Conlig and Larne. Each card shows the town and how far it is from the centre of Belfast.

Each profile links to the rescue, who will talk you through their adoption process and fee.

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Pablo, pug for adoption in ConligNEW

Pablo

9 years • Male • Pug

Smalllow energy
Assisi Animal Sanctuary

Conlig · 10 miles

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Frank, pug for adoption in LarneNEW

Frank

10 years • Male • Pug

Smalllow energy
Can live with:ChildrenOther dogs
Just Like Home Rescue

Larne · 18 miles

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Pugs near Belfast right now

2 Pugs are listed in or around Belfast today, with 2 rescues. All 2 are male. The newest was added on 6 November 2026.

  • Assisi Animal Sanctuary at Conlig, about 10 miles away: 1 Pug
  • Just Like Home Rescue at Larne, about 18 miles away: 1 Pug

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About Pugs

Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Pug
Breed groupToy
SizeSmall
Weight (breed standard)Ideal weight 6.3 to 8.1 kg
ExerciseUp to 1 hour a day
Size of homeA flat is big enough
GroomingOnce a week
CoatShort (sheds)
LifespanOver 10 years

What Pugs are like to live with

The Pug is a companion dog. The Royal Kennel Club describes it as "a lot of dog in a small frame", and says Pugs "are affectionate, sociable dogs that thrive on human company and were bred purely as companions, not for work". It says traders from the Dutch East India Company are thought to have taken dogs of this type from China to the Netherlands in the 16th century, and that William of Orange's Pugs came with him when he took the English throne.

Sources (checked 30 September 2026)

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Breed descriptions are general. Every rescue animal is an individual, so the rescue's own assessment of the animal comes first.

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Pugs in Belfast: your questions

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How many rescue Pugs are available for adoption in Belfast?

As of 8 November 2026, 2 Pugs are listed for adoption in and around Belfast on LocalPetFinder, from Assisi Animal Sanctuary and Just Like Home Rescue. All are with rescues within about 25 miles of Belfast, each shown with its town and distance. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.

Which rescues near Belfast have Pugs right now, and how old are they?

As of 8 November 2026, Assisi Animal Sanctuary (at Conlig, about 10 miles away): 1 and Just Like Home Rescue (at Larne, about 18 miles away): 1. The newest was added on 6 November 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.

Where can I adopt a Pug in Belfast?

With the rescue that has the dog. Today the Pugs on this page are with Assisi Animal Sanctuary (1) and Just Like Home Rescue (1). Open a profile and apply to that rescue: each one runs its own application, home check and adoption fee. We don't rehome animals ourselves.

Do Pugs have breathing problems?

Breathing is a recognised concern in the breed. The Royal Kennel Club asks Pug breeders to have their dogs' breathing graded for BOAS (brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome), and says the flat face limits a Pug's tolerance for heat and hard exercise. PDSA says snorts, snores and loud breathing can be a sign of BOAS and are worth a word with a vet. Ask the rescue what vet checks this dog has had.

Can Pugs be left alone?

Not for long. The Royal Kennel Club says Pugs dislike being left alone for long periods and can be prone to separation anxiety, and PDSA says a Pug should never be left for longer than four hours. Ask the rescue how this dog copes on its own.

Are Pugs good with children?

It depends on the dog, not the breed. Today the rescues mark 1 of the 2 Pugs listed in and around Belfast as able to live with children. Where a profile says nothing, ask the rescue what age of children the dog could live with.

How much does it cost to adopt a Pug in Belfast?

The Pugs listed in and around Belfast today are with Assisi Animal Sanctuary at Conlig, about 10 miles away (1) and Just Like Home Rescue at Larne, about 18 miles away (1); each profile shows that rescue's fee. Each rescue sets its own adoption fee, and Dogs Trust charges £287.50 for a puppy or adult dog in Northern Ireland (where you also need a dog licence). The fee usually covers neutering, microchipping and first vaccinations, and each rescue confirms its own fee.

Are there Pug puppies for sale in Belfast?

No. We don't list animals for sale. Every Pug on this page is with a rescue or rehoming centre. The 2 Pugs listed in and around Belfast today are with Assisi Animal Sanctuary at Conlig, about 10 miles away (1) and Just Like Home Rescue at Larne, about 18 miles away (1), and each rescue shows its own fee on the profile. For comparison, Dogs Trust £287.50 in Northern Ireland. If you searched "pug puppies for sale Belfast", the Pugs here are the rescue route: you apply to the rescue and pay its adoption fee, not a sale price.

Can I get a free Pug to a good home in Belfast, or one under £500?

Usually not. UK rescues normally ask for an adoption fee, which pays towards neutering, microchipping and vaccinations. Of the 2 Pugs listed in and around Belfast today, each shows its rescue's fee on the profile; the nearest rescue is Assisi Animal Sanctuary at Conlig, about 10 miles away. Many rescue fees are under £500: Dogs Trust charges £287.50 for a puppy or adult dog. An animal offered "free to a good home" is usually a private advert rather than a rescue. In Northern Ireland all dogs must be microchipped at eight weeks old, so ask to see the microchip details (see nidirect).

Are there Pug puppies for adoption in Belfast?

Not right now: none of the 2 listed in and around Belfast is under a year old by its listed age. Puppies do get listed, so check back or look at the adults, whose rescues can tell you much more about their character.

Are there older Pugs for adoption in Belfast?

Yes: 2 of the 2 listed in and around Belfast are aged 7 or over by their listed age. Each rescue sets its own fee for an older dog, and Dogs Trust charges £287.50 for a puppy or adult dog.

Is there a Pug rescue near me in Belfast?

As of 8 November 2026, the Pugs listed in and around Belfast are with Assisi Animal Sanctuary at Conlig, about 10 miles away (1) and Just Like Home Rescue at Larne, about 18 miles away (1). The nearest to Belfast is Assisi Animal Sanctuary at Conlig, about 10 miles away. You can also see Pugs across Northern Ireland. To see what is closest to you, search by postcode with the pet finder on our home page. To hear when one is listed, set up an email alert on this page.

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