Meet Bravo, the ridiculously adorable pug who is every bit as sweet as he looks!
Bravo originally came to us from Oakland Animal Services after being found as a stray. We estimate he’s about 4 years old. He was adopted a few months ago, but sadly, his owner’s health changed and Bravo has found his way back to us.
Despite all the changes, this amazing guy is adjusting quickly. His foster lovingly calls him Teddy, because he really is a teddy bear of a pug.
More than anything, Bravo wants to be loved. He lives for head scratches, neck rubs, cuddles, and being right next to his person. If you stop petting him, he’ll gently place a paw on you to request that you continue. He’s a classic velcro pug who happily follows his person from room to room and has absolutely no understanding of personal space.
Bravo does well with other dogs and kids, but his favorite place is always right beside his person. He likes to chase cats, never maliciously though. He would benefit from some training around boundaries, just like most pugs.
Bravo does have a spinal condition. He was born with a collapsed disc that causes some weakness in his back legs and cannot be surgically corrected. He also has some inflammation and early arthritis in his left knee. The good news is that it is currently well managed with daily anti-inflammatory medication. And this guy does not let it slow him down. He runs around, chases toys, and plays with the other dogs like the happy, active pug he is.
He may need additional arthritis care and monitoring as he gets older, but right now, Bravo is busy doing what he does best: being a very good pug. He's working on his potty training still.
Bravo is neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, and currently being fostered in Martinez, CA.
