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BRUNO PACKS for our loyal K-9 troops.
"Chicago
Bruno Packs": Packs for local shelters. In memory of our pug and terrier - Cibo and Gizmo, we are also donating local "Bruno Packs" to shelters in need
of supplies and support. These mini-packs or "Pughugs" support the wonderful work of no-kill shelters. Expand your family. Adopt a special friend.
A Very Special Thank You To our Friends who have made a difference. So far, we have sent 179 care packages.
Good dog. They give us unconditional love and undying loyalty. They
protect, amuse and bond with us. Dogs play special roles in life. Service dogs improve our lives and preserve our lives. And
there are those special K-9s that serve along side our soliders who will give their lives to save another.
Bruno Packs is a donation program that provides snacks, treats, toys, and goods to K-9 units
abroad because they have limited access to everyday items. Through Bruno Packs, just a little gesture can help support to
our troops. K-9 units' conditions vary, but they welcome all types of packages, whether it be snacks, dog toys, or a simple
letter, it does brighten their days to hear from home.
Bruno Packs sends care packages to K-9 units in a variety
of regions. Our goal is to keep a running list of requests on this site so that you can see what our troops would love to
have. You can simply donate a bag of treats or a dog brush, or whatever you could provide, and we will gladly pack and ship
to these brave teams abroad. We will guarantee your letter will be included (if you wish), as we want to ensure your kindness
is known by the handlers and dogs. Though ideally we'd like our troops and K-9s to be home, we want to continue sending comfort
until that happens. And with your help, we can.
JOIN THE PACK
To contribute goods or if you
want to sponsor a BRUNO PACK, please contact Michael Kaplan or Cindy Kaplan.
Military Organizations
If you are interested in contacting organizations on your own, we
enthusiastically encourage you to seek out these three sites, which provide a great deal of ways to support our troops
and pups! You can also 'adopt' a unit through some of these organizations.
U.S. Wardogs
Anysoldier.com
ADOPTION
The Department of Defense is now making Military Working Dogs that are no longer capable of performing their
military duties available for adoption.
CHICAGO ADOPTIONS
Visit our local shelters to get the best friend you will ever have. So
many dogs in Chicago have so much love to give, why not expand your family?
Arfhouse Chicago
Chicago Canine Rescue
CARE Evanston Animal Shelter
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Bruno with Bruno Packs.
Keep in mind that it takes some time for the units to receive their mail,
or they do not readily have access to a computer to correspond.
You can be sure that your packages are greatly appreciated.
You
can send fun items too - be creative! Footballs, playing cards, magazines, books, post cards - these are great for morale.
Mail
a follow up letter after your pack to say hello and also let them know a pack was sent to them.
Send your e-mail address!
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Requested
items for dogs:
Dog biscuits
Dog treats (no pork, pig ears please)
Jerky treats (no greenies or rawhides)
Dog
shampoo
Dog conditioner
Dog brushes
Chew ropes
Chew toys
Baby wipes
Bones
Tennis Balls
Kongs
Eye/Ear
Wipes for Dogs
'Working dog' salves for paws/noses
Towels to wipe paws
Dog beds or pillows
Dog Boots
Cooling
Vests
Doggles
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BRUNO PACKS for our troops
Requested items
for soldiers:
Air Fresheners, Antibacterial wipes
DVDs & CDs
Chapstick, sun screen, fans
Toothbrushes/paste/Female
products
Deodorant, baby powder, foot spray
Laundry detergent/Dryer sheets
Lotion, Baby wipes/Hand sanitizers
Soap,
Eye Drops
Nail files/Nail Clippers
Powdered drink mixes (Kool Aid)
Candy, Gum, Lollipops, Twizzlers
On-the-go
snacks (Cheese & Crackers)
Tuna Pouches, Beef Jerky, Oatmeal, Protein bars
Paper & Pens & Envelopes, Magazines
Phone
Cards
And a kind letter from you!
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K-9 Handler, Iraq
"Thank you all for the
care package. All of us here really appreciate the support. I am sure the MWDs will eat the treats within a few days."
_______________________________________
K-9 Handler, Iraq
"I'm really glad to know
that there's someone in America that is very supportive of us troops! Thank You."
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Military Working Dog Program Manager
"Awesome!
I couldn’t believe it. You had really made my day. I am not sure if you can realize just how much it means to service members,
to me, to receive stuff from back home."
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K-9 Handler, Iraq
"I definitely appreciated
the care and thought you put into them and shared them with other people that I live with. I took a photo with one of the
pups that happened to be in the room at the time. He's a Belgian Malinois/German Shepard mix. It was uncanny how much he resembled
the photo on the box."
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K-9 Handler, Iraq
"Thanks."
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Vet Tech, Iraq
"Thanks again for everything."
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Veterinarian, Iraq
"Our dog handlers and the military working dogs are most appreciative of your
support!! It is not so much that you send things or what you send. It is just knowing that folks in the US appreciate the
efforts of the Soldiers and dogs over here. These dogs are so important to us here. They basically have the mission of keeping
us safe. They make sure someone doesn’t put a bomb in our dining facility or infiltrate our bases."
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Kennel Master, Iraq
"Thank you so much for the support, I really appreciate your pack, thanks again."
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Veterinary unit, Iraq
"Thanks for the great Brunopack.
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Platoon, Iraq
"I cannot begin to tell you how much it meant to us Marines when we received your package.
To receive something from someone we don't even know really reminds us that America still supports us. Even if they may not
support the war, they are still behind us. We have the greatest country in the world."
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Military Working Dog Handler, Iraq
"Once again, thank you for your generosity and god bless your family
and all those that helped put the packages together."
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Military Working Dog Section, Iraq
"I received your Package today and I wanted to tell you thank you."
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Veterinary Technician, Iraq
"First I would like to start by saying thanks for the package. It was so
great to hear from another animal lover."
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K-9
Handler, Iraq
"Hello to everyone and thank you so much for your support. It is great to have so many families back
in the United States show their support."
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MWD Trainer, Iraq
"We
can’t thank you enough for the time and sincerity your family used to put together such a nice care package for my MWD teams
here. You bet we will give our partners an extra rub on the chin for you guys."
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Military Working Dog Handler, Iraq
"We really appreciate the time and effort you put into getting some
things together for us and the dogs it really means a lot and it definatly brightens our day to recieve mail from people who
care. We are all doing great out here minus the 120+ weather and i'm sure the dogs would agree =-)
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K-9 Handler, Iraq
"I just wanted to thank you for the package you sent me here in Iraq. My MWD Rex really
enjoyed the toys and treats you sent."
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K9 Explosive Handler, Iraq
"Thank
you all for the package, the dogs went crazy when they got it, everything was so wonderful. . ."
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K-9 Handler, Iraq
"On behalf the the 407th ESFS/K9 Section, Iraq…we would like to extend our most sincere
thanks to you for your thoughtfulness and support of our deployed military members. The contents in the package you sent
will be put to good use. It means a lot to receive some kind words from home."
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K-9 Section, Iraq
"JUST WANTED TO TOUCH BASE WITH YOU GUYS AND THANK YOU FOR THE PACKAGE AND LETTER...WHAT
A SUPRISE IT WAS...IT WAS VERY MUCH APPRECIATED BY MYSELF AND THE OTHER GUYS HERE WITH ME."
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K-9 Handler, Iraq
"I just wanted to write you to let you know how grateful we are. We have recently received
a package from you and we were very excited to see all the great things."
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K-9 Handler, Iraq
"Thank you so much for your package. I received it today and both me and the other two
guys I work with, as well as the dogs were extremely happy to receive such a gift. It's because of people like you, who put
that smile on our faces and help us get through each day because of your gratuity."
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K-9 Handler - Marines, Iraq
"Hello,
I’d like to say thank you for all the support, I loved
the package and my dog loved the treats. I have to say this has to be the best part of the job, seeing how the people back
home show their support for all the troops over here.
Thank you"
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Military
Working Dog Handler, Iraq
". . . The package was super awesome. Everyone here really appreciates all the thoughts
and prayers that you guys give us."
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K-9
Section, Iraq
". . . we are not picky, and we are happy to be receiving anything. The biggest request that
we have is for entertainment and snacks. As for entertainment the requests are for DVD’s, CD’s and books. We will watch,
listen, and read anything. . . I would like to personally thank each and every one of you for your generosity and kind words."
_______________________________________
"Thanks for the letter and papers and such and I especially thank
you for your support. Tell Bruno that Military Working Dogs are a big part of our mission here."
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"Thanks
for the box of treats and toys for our dogs. They are playing with the stuff now."
Thank you to our special friends for your
generous donations.
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Jay and Lou Arias
Renato & Zita Arias
The Barking Lot
Frank Koster
Louise Wisla
Canine
Empire
Julie Jarecki, Argos & Elsa
Angela Darrow, Chuck & Ted
Dean
and Neenah Vlamis
Rover Rescue
Elisa Crawford
South Florida Regional Transportation Authority
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Sidney Kaplan
Terry Gerstein
Jill
Wenzel & Rue
Sandi and Maslow
Richel Yaski
Karen Kirk & Charlie
Terri Stark
Stan
Rose Galloway
& kitties
Candace Pittman, Sally & Pedro
Mickey & Minnie
Kevin Cook
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