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Support U.S. Miltary Working Dog Teams This Season of Giving

Purr'n Pooch Pet Resorts in Wall and Tinton Falls are collecting donations for U.S. Military Working Dog Teams deployed to the Middle East.

This holiday Purr’n Pooch Pet Resorts at both locations in Wall and Tinton Falls are collecting donations for U.S. Military Working Dog Teams who have been deployed to the Middle East. We need your help in supplying them with gifts.

Join us on Saturday, January 24 at 2:30 p.m. for a volunteer day at Purr’n Pooch’s Training Hall at 86 Gilbert Street West in Tinton Falls, NJ. On this day, all ages are invited to write letters to the military dog handlers overseas and prepare packages for shipment. Email info@purrnpooch.com to register.

ITEMS NEEDED

K-9 PRODUCTS

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  • K-9 Warming Mats
  • K-9 Boots, Medium & Large
  • K-9 Doggles
  • Collapsible Nylon Dog Bowls
  • Kong 3” Rubber Balls
  • Large Rope Chews
  • K-9 Shampoo & Conditioner
  • K-9 Grooming Tools-Combs, Brushes, etc.
  • K-9 Nail Clippers
  • K-9 Beds or Sleeping Mats
  • K-9 Blankets
  • K-9 Toothpaste & Toothbrush
  • K-9 Eye Drops
  • K-9 Ear Wash
  • K-9 Advantix, Flea and Tick Treatment
  • K-9 Salves for paws/noses
  • Towels to wipe paws
  • True Chews Chicken Jerky
  • True Chews Beef Bully Sticks
  • K-9 Treats

ENTERTAINMENT

  • Paperback Books and Magazines
  • Electronic Hand-held Games
  • Playing Cards
  • Yo-Yos
  • All-in-one Tools
  • Board Games
  • Duct Tape
  • Movies DVD, new or used
  • Crossword or Sudoko Puzzle Books
  • AAA, AA, C & D Batteries
  • Writing Materials

FOOD AND SNACKS FOR THE HANDLERS

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  • Coffee
  • Tea
  • Hot Cocoa
  • Sugar & Creamers
  • Condiments- Hot Sauce, Ketchup, etc.
  • Lemonade Mix
  • Iced Tea Mix
  • Crystal Light
  • Powdered Gatorade
  • Instant Foods
  • Oatmeal
  • Grits
  • Ragu Express
  • Kraft Easy Mac
  • Crackers and Cheese
  • Power Bars
  • Dried Fruit
  • Microwave Popcorn
  • Bubble Gum
  • Hard Candy
  • Instant Soup
  • Tuna
  • Small Canned Foods
  • Chex Mix
  • Chips in Container / No Bags
  • Fruit Cups
  • Peanut Butter and Jelly
  • Salad Dressings / No Glass Bottles
  • Rice, Microwavable
  • Meals, Microwavable

TOILETRIES

  • Feminine Hygiene Products
  • Hair Bands / Hair Clips
  • Nail Polish & Remover Wipes
  • Nail Clippers / Nail Files / Emery Boards
  • Q-Tips
  • Hair Spray (Pump)
  • Small Mirrors
  • Shampoo & Conditioner
  • Soap
  • Cotton Balls
  • Personal Hygiene Razors / Shaving Cream (Non-Aerosol)
  • Deodorant
  • Toothbrushes / Toothpaste
  • Dental Floss
  • Eyeglass Lens Cleaner
  • Combs and Brushes
  • Lip Balm / Chapsticks
  • Sun Block
  • Clorox Wipes
  • Baby Wipes
  • Moisturizing Eye Drops / Saline Nasal Spray
  • Hand Cream / Skin So Soft
  • Liquid Hand Sanitizer
  • Kleenex (travel size)
  • Eye Drops (for dry eyes)
  • Throat Lozenges / Cough Drops
  • Cooling Bananas / Neck Scarves
  • Hand Warmers
  • Breath Mints
  • Heavy Duty Socks

Please note that we will only be accepting dog food and treats that are made in the U.S.A.

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