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ADOPTION PROGRAM
MPR INFO
GENERAL PIT BULL INFO
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MPR IS A 501C3 NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION. ALL DONATIONS ARE TAX DEDUCTIBLE
P.O. BOX 520043
Independence,
MO 64052
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MPR PRODUCTS
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Shop with MPR and help Dogs in need |
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HOW YOU CAN HELP! |
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Fun raising |
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Fostering |
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Education |
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So many ways to help....
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"Faith sees a beautiful blossom in a bulb, a lovely garden in a seed, a giant oak in an acorn...”
MPR sees beauty in every dogs....
Before & After
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Honor your favorite pit bull(s) and other canine companions online for your minimum contribution of $10.00 per dog |
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All proceeds to help Pit Bulls |
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Easy way to raise money for MPR |
Just start using GoodSearch.com as your search engine and online shopping mall. Every time you search the Internet or make an online purchase at one of their partner merchants, GoodSearch makes a donation to MPR!
Download your MPR GoodSearch toolbar and help support MPR! |
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Not Enough GOOD Homes For Pit Bull Dogs
SPAY & NEUTER
SNKC CAN HELP! |
Considering the current situation, MPR does NOT support show breeding, backyard breeding, "game breeding", or ANY form of Pit Bull breeding. Pit Bulls are overflowing and being destroyed in area shelters - There is NO excuse to add more to an already over-saturated market.
*** LOW COST***
SPAY & NEUTERING FOR PIT BULL DOGS |
MPR ZAZZLE PRODUCTS
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Welcome to MPR. Our Mission is to promote responsible Pit Bull ownership, provide breed education, combat pet overpopulation, fight unfair legislation's, and find qualified homes for sound Pit Bull dogs in Missouri. |
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We Are So Sorry That We Scare You
Be sure to check out the new products on MPR's Shop page!!! |
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BLOOMS for BULLIES! |
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For every purchase made, Flower Power will give 50% back to MPR. Click HERE to see how you can help MPR help homeless Pit Bulls today! |
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| Our dogs love to sleep on Kuranda beds, but we don't have enough for everyone. If you would like to donate a bed at a special wholesale price for a another dog to sleep in comfort, please donate a Kuranda bed |
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Help MPR by Getting Your MPR GoodSearch Toolbar Today!
Please download the toolbar right now by following this link
Our new MPR toolbar is free to download and allows you to raise money for our cause every time you search or shop online! Once added to IE or Firefox, each time you shop at more than 1,300 stores (from Amazon to Zazzle!) a percentage of your purchase will automatically be donated to MPR- at no cost to you (and you may even save money as the toolbar provides coupons and deals as well!). The toolbar also has a search box and each time you search the Internet, about a penny is donated to MPR.
Please pass this along to all of your friends. The two minutes it takes to add this toolbar to your browser can make a lifetime of difference for our cause! Get the toolbar NOW! |
| NEW TO MPR September 2010 |
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| ADOPTION EVENTS... September 2010 |
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COME MEET MPR DOGS |
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*FREE*
Pitbull kisses
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No adoption on the spot unless application has been approved prior to event - Please contact us if you want to know which dog will be attending the event. DIRECTIONS
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MPR holds Adoption Events on a regular basis to allow the public to meet our dogs, talk to our volunteers about Pit Bull ownership, ask question and spend individual time with a dog they might be interested to adopt. |
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Please email us if you want to know which dog will be attending posted event(s).
Some events may be cancelled in case of rain. |
Shelter living is a life-saving option for the few lucky dogs we can afford to help that way, but we can't do it unless we receive financial assistance from people like you.
We have several programs available. Every penny counts! Become a Helping Hand |
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MPR shelter is a life-saving opportunity for dogs that have no other options. For dogs that came from a difficult situation, a stay at the shelter is often a step up in life. But shelter life needs to be a temporary solution. In order to find a home, our rescue dogs need to live in a home and learn how to be well-behaved family companions. You can make a difference... PLEASE open your heart and home for one of the sweethearts. They desperately need YOU!
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| BLOG September 2010 |
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"Forever" Family Member or "Disposable?" |
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MPR is in search of forever homes for our dogs. We are seeking individuals who have given the idea of adopting a pit bull a great deal of thought, and who are willing to care for the dog until his or her last breath.
If you are thinking about adopting a dog from MPR, please carefully consider your living situation and future plans before applying to adopt a dog. What would you do if your living situation changed and you were forced to move? What if your dog hit puberty and suddenly didn't get along with other dogs anymore? What if you decide to expand your (human) family... would you still keep your dog? |
If you are not 100% sure that you would remain committed to keeping the dog as a part of your family in these types of situations, then please think twice before applying to adopt a dog from MPR. Perhaps the saddest situation MPR comes across is a dog that is surrendered to MPR by an owner that truly made the dog a part of his family....until the owner is forced to move....or until the dog chewed up furniture....or until the owner expanded his (human) family and decided that he didn't want his baby around a pit bull. These dogs have experienced what it is like to be a part of a family, and are devastated when they are abandoned by those they love.
MPR believes that dogs become family members and that family members are not disposable. Before applying to adopt from MPR, please take some time to consider whether you are willing to commit yourself to a dog for the rest of his or her life (on average, about 10-12 years). If you are up for taking on this commitment (and are ready for a lifetime of pittie kisses, unconditional love and a constant companion) then adopting an MPR dog may be the right choice for you!
~Jess Johns
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| PIT BULL NEWS ... September 2010 |
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EXPECTING???? -
Dogs Need To Be Prepared For Baby, Too - Shawnee Mission Medical Center Offers 'Dog & Storks' Class. Families preparing for a new baby may also want to consider preparing the family pet for the new addition, too. It is recommended that families take the Dogs and Storks class no later than the second trimester so there is time to train the dogs. The cost is $29. For more information please see, Shawnee Mission Medical Center Classes
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National Adopt a Black Dog Month - Many black dogs languish in shelters or remain with rescue organizations long after other dogs get adopted. Despite this, black dogs make terrific companions. They're gorgeous, wonderful animals. Open your heart and home and adopt a black dog this month.
September 14 - National Pet Memorial Day - Words cannot describe the sense of loss we feel when our faithful friend dies. It is often one of life's most heart-wrenching experiences. Recognizing the importance of remembering our cherished pets, the second Sunday of September is the official National Pet Memorial Day. This is a day set aside to light a candle and remember our departed companions and special members of our family.
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| September 14 - National Dog Week begins - Go out of your way to show some extra attention and affection to that favorite dog in your life. If you don’t have a dog, consider adopting one. If that isn’t feasible, consider fostering for a rescue. Everyone should experience the love of a dog, and vice-versa. |
| Reminder from the National Canine Research Council - The excellent book The Pit Bull Placebo: The Media, Myths and Politics of Canine Aggression is available for free download at the National Canine Research Council website. Find it here. |
| Breed Discriminatory Fiscal Impact Calculator - Tool for municipalities in understanding the real cost of enforcing bans and restrictions on dogs because of their looks. The study that led to the calculator pointed out that dogs often identified as pit bulls may be, in fact, another breed entirely, which raises the question on how to properly identify animals that under the law might be banned. |
| Dog Training and the Myth of Alpha-Male Dominance - Victoria was profiled in a recent TIME Magazine article entitled "Dog Training and the Myth of Alpha-Male Dominance." In the article, Victoria helps highlight the differences between traditional dominance-based methods and her brand of positive reinforcement philosophies. |
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Dog Training with Victoria Stilwell - Top 10 Basic Dog Training Tips - Excellent training tips written by Victoria Stilwell. Five Rules of Positive Dog Training - Positive reinforcement (i.e., giving the dog a reward in the form of praise, play, food or toys when it behaves in a way that you like) has been shown to be the most effective training method. Positive training equals positive results. |
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ASPCA Kids and Pets Interaction Guide - A wonderful resource for parents to raise their own awareness of children and pet interactions and what's appropriate at each phase of a child's development. The family pet is a best friend for many children - a companion who not only provides unconditional love, but who also teaches them about friendship, responsibility, loyalty, and empathy. |
How to let kids pet your dog - As we all know there can be some danger in having a child approach a strange dog and pet it. The Victor Valley Daily Press has a good story on ways to teach kids to pet appropriately as well as warning signs to be wary of. |
| BSL NEWS ... September 2010 |
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| **ALERT** Kirksville, MO - Council revisits breed ban - The City of Kirksville, Missouri is currently considering an ordinance that would regulate the ownership of "pit bulls." Please send your POLITE, RESPECTFUL and INFORMATIVE letters in opposition to breed specific legislation to the Kirksville, Missouri officials and or call the city at 660-627-1225, Toll Free: 888-299-1223, 660-665-0940 (fax). Please also list viable alternatives and suggestions for their consideration, as well. The council will hold a public forum Oct. 18 with a possible vote on the ordinance coming at the following meeting Nov. 1. The city council meets the first & third Monday of every month at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall Council Chambers. City Council Study Sessions are held the first & third Monday of every month at 4:30 p.m. City Hall Council Chambers. |
| speak! or rollover! the choice dog owners need to make - Know the animal ordinances in your town. Don't just be a good pet owner. Insist that your town hold all pet owners to the same high standards to which you hold yourself, whatever kind of dog they share their lives with. Breed specific laws are cruel, and they don't make our communities safer. Humane care of companion animals does. |
| CENTERFOLD ... September 2010 |
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Silly Queenie |
Queeny is not only gorgeous on the outside, she's just as beautiful on the inside! She's an absolute sweetheart!!! Don't let your chance pass you up to make her your companion!
She is as sweet as can be & as playful as a pup! Queeny seems to know sit, and stay. Lay down for her means roll all over and give me belly rubs. Queeny says, "Get too close & I will clean your face for ya."
Queeny loves to go out for her walks and LOVES all the attention she can get. Show her a toy & tell her to lay down & she will roll all around to make you laugh. Queeny has this adorable grunt and when you rub behind her ears she sounds like a pig! She also likes to play tug o' war. She's totally a people dog. Please open your heart and home to this lovely gal today!
A note from Queeny: "Please come give me a chance and I will guarantee you smiles for sure! Open your heart and home to me and I will be sure to brighten your day ... every day!"
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| FEATURED VOLUNTEER ... September 2010 |
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Tammy Soban |
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This month, MPR wants to recognize the hard work and dedication of our wonderful volunteer, Tammy Soban.
Tammy has opened her heart and home as a foster parent to Marley, Daisy, Chance, Pistachio and Bonzo. She wears so many different hats for MPR, ranging from application processing, homechecks,
providing transportation, as well as filling a supporting role to the Treasurer and donation supervisor, to always being willing to step up to do whatever is needed.
And that's not all folks ... Tammy works shelter duty helping to take care of the dogs in MPR's mini-shelter and has also attended many adoption events!
We are so very fortunate and thankful to have her on board. From the bottom of our hearts ... thank you, Tammy!
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| NEW BEGINNINGS ... August 2010 |
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| HAPPY ENDINGS ... September 2010 |
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Happy Updates are the fuel that keeps rescuers going.... |
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UPDATE August 25, 2010
LJ has warmed our hearts more than you could imagine. He is a real pleasure to have as a part of our family, and we couldn't have asked for a more perfect fit than he is. We truly feel that God is responsible for this adoption in every way! We have been working on training daily for about 10 min a couple times a day and he is doing fantastic with his commands. The last two 3 nights he has not been in his kennel and has laid on a blanket at the side of the bed near me through the entire night (since Brian hasn't been home). He loves his bones and of course any treat he can get for all the goodness he provides!!! LOL. LJ is a companion like non other, since I work from home he follows me EVERYWHERE. He even likes to do laundry, yes, you heard me right, laundry ;0)! When I am working on the computer he is by my side laying on his bed, usually snoring or chewing on his favorite toys. WE LOVE HIM and we thank MPR for all of the assistance in adopting him. Julie and John, you were both WONDERFUL and we feel like we have created a lasting friendship with you both.
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UPDATE 8/2/2010
Tonka is absolutely the best companion I could ever ask for!! He follows me everywhere, is very obedient, and we have worked through his stubbornness when he's on a leash. We were at Petsmart this week (I took him right when they opened, hardly anyone there) and he behaved beautifully! He got weighed and got a treat for being so good :) He's starting to fill out and doesn't look so skinny anymore, he's up to 84 pounds! Tonka has put on weight in the last two weeks and I have lost a few pounds YAY with all the walks we take. He's gotten used to the other dogs in the neighborhood and when we're out walking he pretty much ignores them. Tonka loves to go for walks and I've trained him to bring me his leash, it's so cute!! He'll come running down the hallway with his leash in his mouth, the chain dragging behind him, then he'll sit there wagging his tail until I pick the leash up. If I don't pick it up fast enough to suit him he'll bark a couple of times!! lol My neighbors love Tonka and my daughter adores him!! He's a happy dog and brings me a lot of joy. THANK YOU so very very much for letting me adopt Tonka, I love this little guy!! We are a perfect match!! |
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