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El Pomar honors YMCA, Space Foundation with Awards for Excellence BY KERI FUNKHOUSER
YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region
English bulldog Regina was rescued from a puppy mill in December and given medical treatment, thanks to her winnings from the PetMeds “Change a Pet’s Life” contest. Courtesy National Mill Dog Rescue
Local pup wins national contest to aid medical care via National Mill Dog Rescue BY CATHLIN PARKER
National Mill Dog Rescue
Four-year-old English bulldog Regina has a true ragsto-riches story — from abused mill dog to pet celebrity — thanks to the team at National Mill Dog Rescue (NMDR). Regina was rescued from a puppy mill in December 2015 by NMDR and was spayed and given a full dental cleaning. National Mill Dog Rescue is a nonprofit located in Peyton. Its mission is to rescue, rehabilitate and rehome discarded breeding dogs and to educate
the public about the cruel realities of the commercial dog breeding industry. Unfortunately, during her surgery, it was discovered Regina had been previously sutured with fishing line, which led to an infection. The bulldog was suffering great pain from this infection, in addition to mammary masses and bilateral hernias. Some of the masses were removed and one hernia repaired during her spay surgery, but she needed a second surgery to remove the
remaining masses and repair the other hernia. To help cover the cost of her surgeries, NMDR entered Regina in the PetMeds “Change a Pet’s Life” contest. NMDR’s supporters voted daily and Regina won the contest with 9,523 votes, freeing up to $2,000 for NMDR to use to help other dogs who need medical attention. National Mill Dog Rescue is profoundly grateful to its many supporters and donors who make it possi– CONTINUED ON PAGE 5 –
The El Pomar Foundation recognized two Colorado nonprofit organizations — The YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region and the Space Foundation — at its 2015 Awards for Excellence presentation ceremony at the Penrose House. El Pomar Foundation works to enhance, encourage and promote the current and future well-being of the people of Colorado through grant making and community stewardship. In total, the Awards for Excellence Program has awarded more than 700 Colorado organizations more than $5.8 million. “We are extremely honored to be chosen and recognized for the distinguished El Pomar Awards for Excellence,” said President/CEO of the YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region, Boyd Williams. “The Y is committed to serving all in our community, regardless of their financial situation and remains steadfast in the belief that everyone deserves the opportunity to focus on their health and well-being, be part of safe and positive programs and engage in positive activities that build – CONTINUED ON PAGE 5 –
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