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Midwest Pet Refuge

Animal rescue in Portland, IN

Midwest Pet Refuge is dedicated to improving the quality of life for the animals in our region.

MPR is located in Portland, IN and we help homeless, abandoned, stray and unwanted pets in East Central Indiana. We are focused on helping animals in need, as well as educating the public on responsible pet ownership.

Midwest Pet Refuge is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization relying on community support, volunteers, and donations to operate.

Tara Drumm, MPR Board President

Erin Loy, MPR Board Vice President

Dosha Rector, MPR Board Secretary

Jan Rittenhouse, MPR Board Treasurer

Elayna Turner, MPR Board

Contact Tara Drumm
Address
601 N Charles St.
Portland, IN 47371
Donation We are a 501(c)(3) organization, so all donations are tax deductible. Donations can be made by Paypal at the email midwestpetrefuge@yahoo.com or mailed to: MPR, 601 N Charles St. Portland, IN 47371
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Meet their adoptable pets

601 N Charles St.

Portland, IN 47371

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Adoptable pets at Midwest Pet Refuge

We'll also keep you updated on Maxwell's adoption status with email updates.
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Maxwell

Boston Terrier/Schnauzer (Standard)

Male, 1 yr 2 mos
Portland, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Stromboli's adoption status with email updates.
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Stromboli

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 7 mos
Portland, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Riley's adoption status with email updates.
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Riley

Domestic Mediumhair

Male, 4 mos
Portland, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Philly's adoption status with email updates.
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Philly

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 7 mos
Portland, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Beau's adoption status with email updates.
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Beau

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 1 yr 1 mo
Portland, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Dreamcicle's adoption status with email updates.
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Dreamcicle

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 yrs
Portland, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Ruby's adoption status with email updates.
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Ruby

Doberman Pinscher

Female, 3 yrs
Portland, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Nayra's adoption status with email updates.
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Nayra

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 6 mos
Portland, IN

Rescue FAQs

Jay and Surrounding Counties in East Central Indiana

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Approve Application
  • 3. Meet the Pet

Additional adoption info

We require a completed application and references. Our fees cover the vetting we have in our pets for adoption. We are looking for loving family homes who are wanting to adopt a new indoor family member.

Adoption application

https://midwestpetrefuge.com/adopt/

Pets at shelters & rescues near Midwest Pet Refuge

Perfect Paws Pet Rescue, Inc.

PO Box 15868,
Fort Wayne, IN 46885

The Halfway House Pit Bull Rescue

P.O. Box 201,
Markleville, IN 46056

We'll also keep you updated on Jasmine Yrly 473's adoption status with email updates.
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Jasmine Yrly 473

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 9 mos
Sidney, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Burgandy's adoption status with email updates.
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Burgandy

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 4 mos
Anderson, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Jezebel's adoption status with email updates.
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Jezebel

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 3 mos
Anderson, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Bubbles's adoption status with email updates.
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Bubbles

Whippet/Labrador Retriever

Female, 2 yrs
Anderson, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Phinley's adoption status with email updates.
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Phinley

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr
Hartford City, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Buddy's adoption status with email updates.
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Buddy

Tabby

Male, 4 yrs 1 mo
Marion, IN

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