Olive

Available

3 years old|Pug|Female|Small|Laguna Beach, CA

♿️ Disability🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate🎾 Playful☺️ Gentle

Olive

Available

3 years old|Pug|Female|Small|Laguna Beach, CA

♿️ Disability🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate🎾 Playful☺️ Gentle

Olive is a small adult pug with a playful apricot and beige short coat. She is 2 years and 10 months old and currently resides in Laguna Beach, CA. Olive is spayed, vaccinated, and is not yet house trained. She was born with special needs due to a neurological condition but manages wonderfully with her wheelchair.

About Olive

Olive may rely on wheels instead of her back legs, but she never misses a chance to be right in the heart of things. She’s a confident, happy Pug living with degenerative myelopathy, a condition that’s caused permanent paralysis in her back legs. There’s no pain—just a new way of moving through the world. Olive zips around in her wheelchair, exploring her surroundings and spreading joy wherever she goes. She’s never too busy to soak up sunshine or cuddle up close for some downtime. Despite her challenges, Olive greets each day with determination and her own brand of pug charm. She does well with other dogs and children, and her gentle nature comes through in every interaction. Olive proves that mobility looks different for every dog, and that resilience can be downright adorable. Give her a chance and you’ll see what makes her unforgettable. Ready to meet your new best friend? Apply now!

Questions about Olive

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
Olive is a Pug, a breed that typically adapts well to apartment living or smaller homes as long as there is plenty of human interaction. She would thrive in a loving home where she can get the attention she enjoys.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
Pugs like Olive don't require much outdoor space. Regular walks and supervised wheel-chair time outside are plenty, especially given her mobility needs.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
Olive and other Pugs are known for their gentle and affectionate nature, making them great companions for families with children.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
Pugs like Olive are generally suitable for first-time owners due to their easygoing temperament. Olive’s special needs, however, mean her adopters should be willing to learn about her condition.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
Pugs are generally friendly with other dogs and Olive in particular gets along well with canine companions.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
Most Pugs, including Olive, tend to do well with cats if introductions are gentle and patient.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
Pugs are not known for a strong prey drive, so they can often live peacefully with small animals under supervision.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
Olive is a Pug, and Pugs are usually friendly and sociable with strangers, often enjoying meeting new people.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
Pugs like Olive prefer company and shouldn't be left alone for long periods—ideally, no more than a few hours at a time.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
Pugs respond well to basic obedience training. Olive is not yet house trained, so consistent positive reinforcement will help with her continued learning.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
Olive is a small dog, as expected for a Pug, making her easy to manage physically even with her equipment.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
Pugs like Olive often live between 12-15 years if they are well cared for and receive appropriate veterinary attention.
How much does this breed typically shed?
Olive's short coat does shed, as is normal for Pugs, so routine brushing helps manage loose hair.