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Below is a list of items
needed by military working dogs who are currently deployed. We'd
be really happy to receive donations of these items to include in the
care packages, or if you'd prefer to send a monetary donation, the
Girl Scouts of Troop 60667 will do the shopping for you! Contact
us by clicking on the link on the left-hand side of this page to arrange for pickup or drop-off of any items.
Deadline for donations has been extended to December 18, 2009.
You can download a
printable copy of this shopping list by clicking
here.
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Collapsible nylon dog
bowls
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Grooming tools (combs,
brushes)
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Large Kong toy or Kong 3"
rubber ball
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Gauze rolls, 4" x 4" gauze
pads, vet tape
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Dog shampoo and/or
conditioner
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Jerky treats
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Dog biscuits in 1 lb.
packages
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Large rope chews
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Towels for wiping paws
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K9 toothpaste/toothbrush
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K9 eye drops
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Salve for paws and nose
(Neosporin or similar)
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K-9 cooling vests (about
$160 per dog)
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K9 boots (about $40 - $50
per dog)
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K9 cooling collars (about
$20 per dog)
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K9 Doggles (goggles for
eye protection from sun and sand, about $20 per dog)
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K9 cooling mats (about $75
per dog)
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K9 Advantix flea/tick
treatment (about $60 for a 4-month supply; this can be ordered/purchased
through a vet or online; get size for full-grown German Shepherd Dog,
Belgian Malanois, or similar breed, "over 55 lbs." size)
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Pork and pork
by-products are not allowed to be shipped to most Middle East combat
locations, so please do not include any dog treats containing pork!
Also, please note than many working dog handlers will not allow their
dogs to have rawhide, due to difficulty in digestion, so please select
dog biscuits or jerky treats instead!
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