We had to take a minute for ourselves recently. We apologize for being quiet. But Fig was quiet. Don’t get us wrong, you always knew where he was. For a small guy with a smooshy head that slept 23 1/2 hours a day, Vintage Land was his kingdom. For over 2 years he was constantly underfoot. Claiming the best napping spots, claiming our bath towels when we showered, claiming the warmest sunbeams. He was Lemon’s first love and he bore a shocking resemblance to an angler fish (said with love - you should see mom Laurel’s memorial tattoo). He had big paws, a big head, and a giant heart. You were never going to hear him make a peep unless it was one of his patented, world-weary sighs when his 4th meal of the day ran behind. Those gorgeous deep wrinkles required intense cleaning and he put on a wonderful act twice a day that he hated it - but his strut around after being polished and the smile he wore when rooting in a bed to mess up our hard work told the truth. Fig was funny. Fig was opinionated. Fig was loving. He was our Benjamin Button and we truly never thought about a day where we’d say goodbye until it was upon us and we were suddenly overcome with grief we hadn’t expected. Thank you for bearing with us when we are quiet. Thank you for the love and support that let us give Fig almost 19 years in our world. Thank you for the donations that helped us provide him incredible care and a peaceful transition over the rainbow bridge. Thank you for loving to these dogs like we do. We miss Fig - thank you for sharing the burden of his loss with us ❤️❤️❤️
Please enjoy the progression of Dot’s face as we explained/translated what her dogtor said about glucose monitors and insulin injections. 😂😂😂 Jk all she heard was high protein food and more treats for tolerating her shots (which she’s already a pro at in less than 24 hours). Now mom Melissa’s face while trying to get a glucose monitor on a 9lb skeleton is another matter….
Now that she sprung from the shelter - she’s looking for Vintage Land!! Thank you for everyone who has donated to our fundraiser already. This precious gal is making her way to us. Our vets are ready for her, her decompression area is set up to help her relax after the big changes that come with a shelter and transport. And we’ve updated our Amazon and Chewy wishlists to reflect a lot of the supplies we have been low on lately (including our various foods for everyone’s special needs and challenges) and flea and tick meds for all these crusty shelter dogs that bring us hitchhiking critters 🤮
We have to spam you with another Raisin update: look at this glorious angel and her family. Her forever family!!! Never again to be abandoned, unwanted, alone, on the streets, in a shelter, uncertain about her next meal. Instead she’s the princess - protected by her brothers, adored by her parents. A life of literal sunshine, kisses, snuggles and safety. This is why we rescue. It can be exhausting, stressful, expensive, and overwhelming - but we wake up every single day ready for more as long as innocent babies like Raisin need help finding their forever ❤️
We’re pretty sure Norman has at least caught on to the happy vibe in Vintage Land knowing he might meet his forever family this weekend 🥰
Norman was dumped in a high-kill LA shelter in bad shape. We’ve spent the last few months taking care of his medical needs and getting him healthy.
He’s a perfect older gentleman who didn’t deserve to be abandoned. Now in our rescue he’s had two adopters back out (at no fault of his own).
He is now healthy, full of love and hope, and just waiting for someone to give him a chance like we did. If you’re in driving distance of Sacramento, CA and want to meet your new best friend PLEASE fill out an application at vintagepugs.com or via the link in our bio.
Let’s get Norman a home of his own!
📍Sacramento, CA
⭐️ 8 year old male
🩹 fully vetted and ready to go
🐾 very sweet temperament
💛 lots of love to give
Our adorable Norman is on his way to the vet - today’s his big day!!! He’ll get neutered but also have a thorough exam of his ears, radiographs to tell us how to best help him with his mobility, and an evaluation of his special eye. Keep your paws crossed for a successful day for sweet Normie, this precious guy is just about ready for his forever home ❤️❤️❤️
Norman got another fluff n fold after his most recent vet visit (to prep him for surgery on Thursday). This little man is doing amazing 🥳🥳🥳
Sound up to play a guessing game: what is Raisin expressing her feelings about?
A) no breakfast!! 😱 B) heading to the vet for surgery ❤️🩹 C) no applications to adopt her yet 😭 Wish this amazing Senior well - and if you are looking for a sweet 13 year old who can see, hear, walk on leash and complain about things that displease her (I mean…no one likes a missed breakfast) apply on our website ❤️❤️❤️
Our Easter Peep got to come home this morning! She was a staff favorite and when she wasn’t interested in food after day 2 they went out and bought her baby food and chicken 😭 So kind.
Thank you @vistaveterinaryhospital for taking such good care of this deserving little lady.
There will be a bit of recovery and down time for Peeps, but she’s so young and resilient that vets aren’t worried about her long term prognosis.
We will be paying this emergency expense off for a while, so if you’re able to help and continue to support our mission of taking the most needy we would super appreciate it.
We’ve also seen some comments about how expensive her treatment was. And while that’s certainly true, keep in mind it was an emergency procedure at a specialist 24 hour clinic. We were forced into that situation because her injury was neglected for several days. The vet staff were beyond exceptional and while it was very costly, it was a situation that could have unfolded different if action was taken immediately. We aren’t placing blame anywhere, that’s not our objective, just stating the facts as they happened.
That’s what we are here for and we are beyond happy to give forgotten pugs a second chance. Thank you all 🖤
Some days just take a left turn and that’s ok - that’s rescue. Meet Peeps. She was hit by a car a few days ago and her people were unable to afford treatment. Luckily the vet wouldn’t put her down and her owners were willing to surrender her. Although her wounds may not look too bad, her leg is shattered and infection has set in so we’re looking at likely amputation in emergency surgery this evening. She’s only 11 months old and this surgery will give her a chance to live a healthy and active life - we couldn’t say no despite the cost. We’re starting a little fundraiser for Peeps if you’d like to help us with the cost of this unexpected ER visit. Thank you for always helping us say “yes” ❤️❤️❤️
A little throw back to an old Lemon video - sometimes you find an audio clip that’s just too perfect, and this one took the cake 😂
Last week we had to say goodbye to Waffles. But as we celebrated his life - sharing burgers and beer and candy bars (every dog should get to try chocolate at the end) - we had no choice but to laugh through the tears. Waffles was a staple in Vintage Land for nearly two years. The perfect gentleman, Waffles fit in everywhere - except dog beds 😂 While he may be known for being just a bit too pokey outie to fit his long limbs into a bed, around here we knew him as Lemon’s best friend, as Marmy’s pillow, as a gentle giant with an infectious smile. He was kind, easy going, funny, smart, sweet and silly. But he was also living with cancer and we took each day as it came until we felt in our hearts he couldn’t go on feeling comfortable and having dignity. Losing Waffles leaves a huge hole - but he also leaves us so many memories and reminders of the joy he brought, we can’t help but feel fortunate to have been his final chapter. Our arms held him so many times over the last few years, it was a privilege to hold him in his final moments. Thank you for helping us take strays like Waffles and give them all the compassion and love they deserve. We’re a little lost without him right now, and things certainly don’t feel the same. But we’re also the luckiest people around to have had him, even if the time we got will never be enough🖤
A generous donor has gifted us with PEMF mats for our beloved pugs, and it’s been a game-changer for their health and well-being. These mats provide pain relief and comfort, making them the perfect spot for our babies to take a nap. With the help of a user-friendly app, we can customize programs specifically tailored to each dog’s individual needs. For instance, gorgeous guy Waffles benefits from a daily 30-minute pain relief treatment. It’s heartwarming to see how much they enjoy and appreciate these mats!
Using the app, we can monitor and adjust the intensity and duration of the treatment to ensure the utmost comfort for our dogs. It’s incredible to witness the positive effects of PEMF therapy on their overall health and happiness. Not only does it provide pain relief, but it also helps improve circulation, reduce inflammation, and promote better sleep.
Our dogs’ well-being is our top priority, and these mats have become an essential part of their daily routine. We’re grateful for this generous gift and the opportunity to enhance the quality of life for our Vintage Pugs and Pals ❤️
Heartfelt gratitude to our incredibly generous donor who has touched our hearts by making a difference in the lives of dogs like Alvey. Your support enables us to provide the utmost care for our residents facing challenges like arthritis, mobility and poor immune systems. The recent addition of surface treatment mode light therapy, made possible by your kindness, not only promotes healthier skin and hair but also aids in their natural wound healing.
Everyone got a turn with the therapy but the first recipient was Alvey (he didn’t seem to mind the extra attention).
Your ongoing support fills us with warmth and hope. Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts, for being a lifeline for these precious beings💛💛💛
We missed #RaisinWednesdy 🤯 It’s alright, Bingo didn’t even notice anyway.
Happy Raisin Day to those who celebrate 🙌
📳 Sound up! A little Shih Tzu chewing asmr to enjoy 🤣
In Memorium - Couch 2019 - 2024
Gone, but not forgotten 🌈
Alvey is catching on to the Vintage life pretty quickly. @roadogs put in so much time, energy, love, high quality vet care, and dedication to him…we get to step in for the fun part: snuggly beds, puppy play time, homemade meals, sun beam naps, snuggles, and our signature sweaters 😍 We promise to keep up with his bucket list and show him the good life in his golden years. Throw your bucket list suggestions in the comments so we can carry on the fun and adventures for this incredible old man ❤️❤️❤️
