Picture a lawn full of pugs, many of them flown from South Korea to new homes, meeting up to sniff, snort and celebrate what the rescue calls their motherland roots. Pug Rescue of Korea has saved unwanted pugs since 2009, and this free morning lets alumni families reconnect and newcomers learn what adopting through the group involves. If you love flat-faced dogs or are thinking about rescuing one, come by this Astoria Park meetup.
What to expect
Expect a casual morning of mingling on the lawn, with leashed pugs and other friendly dogs meeting while their owners swap stories. Rescue volunteers and alumni families will be there, so it's a good chance to ask about the adoption process. Treat it as a relaxed, social dog meetup, not a formal program.
Good to know
- RSVP was required and the rescue reports the event has hit capacity. Email the rescue to join the waitlist.
- Dogs must stay leashed under park rules.
- Bring water and a bowl for your dog, plus a chair or blanket for yourself.
- Make sure your dog's vaccinations are up to date.
- Friendly dogs of every breed are welcome, not just pugs.
- The Astoria–Ditmars Blvd N/W station is the closest subway, roughly a 15–20 minute walk away.
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Common questions
Do I need a pug to attend?
No. The rescue says all friendly pups and humans are welcome. Just keep your dog leashed and make sure their vaccinations are up to date.
Is it free, and can I still get in?
It's free but requires an RSVP. The rescue has announced it reached capacity and is keeping a waitlist, which you join by emailing hello@pugrescueofkorea.org.
What is Pug Rescue of Korea?
It's a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2009 that rescues and rehabilitates unwanted, neglected pugs in South Korea. It finds them homes locally or flies them to adopters in the U.S., with volunteers in New York among other places.
