Hi, Website Visitor. Here is your holiday edition of the MAPR newsletter
Let No Pug Go Unloved!
Donate to Help Pugs Rescued from Puppy Mills!
Two recent puppy mill busts have brought the horrors of large-scale breeding operations to light. Many pugs that come into MAPR's care throughout the year - such as Tia our most recent survivor - come from these horrible places. These pugs have usually lived in small cages, have fleas, worms or other numerous health issues with their eyes, skin, and reproductive systems. Their spines can be bent from lack of room and their muscles atrophied from disuse. Please click full article to read more about Tia and the two most recent puppy mill busts and how you can help through a tax deductable donation.
My husband and I owned a simply marvelous dog named Pugsly. Though he passed away in February of 2007, he gave me something so precious. He became my inspiration and reason for deciding to be actively involved with Mid-Atlantic Pug Rescue. He made me so happy and loved me so very unconditionally, how could I not want to give back something to this wonderful breed? Click Full Article for Charlene's full story.
This is the story of a young lady named Heather McDougall, and the sweet little special needs pug named Izzy that she adopted in September. Following is the letter Debbie Gretz wrote to Heather's mother to express her appreciation for her influence and support in Heather's decision to adopt Izzy.
Note from the editor: You may wish to consider having a box of tissues handy. Please click Full Article for the story.
Too many times we have rescued pugs that look a bit like they pulled up a chair to the buffet table. Just recently, we rescued a little girl who weighed in at a whopping 38 pounds on what should have been a 20-pound frame! And sadly this year, we have had 2 pugs pass from disorders directly related to their weight.
Don't miss out! Purchase your very own 2008 MAPR Calendar now. This calendar makes a great gift for everyone on your list (or for yourself if you just can't resist!).
Keeping track of important dates on your calendar is easy when you can view 12 months of inspiring images that reflect your personal interests.
Click Full article to purchase this adorable calendar. Proceeds go to help pugs in need.
Q: Dear Miss Ethel, My people keep scolding me for getting into the treats in the cat litter box!!!!! I think it is really unfair. Do you have any advice for my people or me?
Mid-Atlantic Pug Rescue, Inc is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, dedicated to providing for the short and long term needs of abandoned or surrendered pugs. We give rescued pugs veterinary care, a nurturing foster environment, and permanent placement into a loving home. In addition, we offer education to the public on the special responsibilities of pug ownership and the need for domestic animal population control.
Neither Mid-Atlantic Pug Rescue (MAPR) nor its volunteers, coordinators, representatives, Internet Service Provider and its officers, employees, contractors and representatives; and any other person, firm or corporation involved with the efforts or business of this corporation, shall be held liable or responsible for any claims or causes of action incurred as a result of the provision or restriction of information, services, contacts, adoptions, fostering, veterinary care or by the actions of any and all dogs transferred or referenced herein.
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Two recent puppy mill busts have brought the horrors of large-scale breeding operations to light. Many pugs that come into MAPR's care throughout the year - such as 
This is the story of a young lady named Heather McDougall, and the sweet little special needs pug named Izzy that she adopted in September. Following is the letter Debbie Gretz wrote to Heather's mother to express her appreciation for her influence and support in Heather's decision to adopt Izzy. 
Too many times we have rescued pugs that look a bit like they pulled up a chair to the buffet table. Just recently, we rescued a little girl who weighed in at a whopping 38 pounds on what should have been a 20-pound frame! And sadly this year, we have had 2 pugs pass from disorders directly related to their weight.
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Q: Dear Miss Ethel,