Life began for Thelma in California’s Central Valley. In July 2025 she was picked us as a stray and nobody came for her. Shelter staff immediately noticed that she was struggling to walk well. X-rays revealed that her rear left leg had some issues and required surgery. The shelter was very small with few resources. Their first thought was to amputate the leg! They reached out to the Pug Queen Foundation and she welcomed Thelma. This little pug girl was immediately connected with Dr. Balfour, orthopedic surgeon extraordinaire. He met Thelma and then performed a surgery which made a huge difference.
Thelma is young and energetic. She’s a small pug but has a really big personality. Thelma is super snuggly and thrives being up close and personal with her people. If you’re not comfortable with the notion of a pug on the couch or the bed - Thelma is not for you! She truly needs to be super close! We hope you like pugs in the bed and on the couch, because Thelma will tell you that that's her non-negotiable. And at just 16 pounds, this tiny girl does not take up much space at all, so why not?!
Thelma’s Likes:
-Being close to her people, super close! Snuggling, sharing your bed.
-Playing with toys, especially toys that are big enough so that you can play tug with her.
-Going for walks. Doesn’t have to be a super long walk, but as soon as she sees her leash, she gets mega excited.
Thelma’s Dislikes:
-The trash truck! As soon as she hears it, she barks loudly to inform them that they are not welcome.
-Dogs coming close to her food bowl - they will be immediately put on check. She is otherwise disinterested in other dogs. She will occasionally get into bed with another dog if she is chilly.
Thelma is unusual in the pug world, because she is not obsessed with food. She eats well in the morning but sometimes she is indifferent about her evening meal. Unlike most pugs, she is very picky about treats. She will often look at them, look at you, roll her eyes and mutter “whatever” and then walk away!
Thelma is making her way to the PNW the first week of June and will need a dental before ready for adoption. If cuddling 24/7 and pug hair on all your furniture sounds like your dream, apply for Thelma now! We can’t wait for Thelma to have a person or people who will connect with her and give her the love she deserves.
