Pup belongs to 15-month-old Nathan Whitely of Independence Township.
Nathan received Pup the day he was born. Pup was a gift from a work colleague of Nathan’s father John, who purchased the treasure from a boutique in Texas.
‘Knowing that we might lose him sometime, we purchased a new Pup from the same shop for Nathan’s first birthday in October, but Nathan knows the difference. His old Pup is much more loved. Even after washing, Pup carries the scent of love! He is irreplaceable,? wrote Chris Whitely, Nathan’s mother, in an e-mail to The Clarkston News.
Pup was last seen Jan. 16, between 5:15-7:00 p.m. at Great Lakes Crossing mall in Aurburn Hills. Whitely said they entered the mall through The Sports Authority and went straight to the public play area. After discovering that Pup was gone, Whitely said they searched the area and several lost and founds throughout the mall, with no luck.
‘Maybe someone, some child or kind shopper, picked up Pup with good intentions and has yet to call. I just hope they will pick up the phone and let us know he is found. Our phone number is written in red permanent ink on the back of the blanket, and Nathan’s name is embroidered across the front of it. We would happily offer a reward to whomever returns Pup,? wrote Chris.
To contact the Whitley’s, please call 248-922-1205