Portuguese Water Dog Foundation, Inc.

03/06/2025

More information on parasite prevention.

Susan E. Little, DVM, PhD, DACVM, discusses what diagnostic tests should be used for tapeworms, hookworms, and roundworms in dogs

03/06/2025

Great information on best practices for deworming your pup.

Valuable parasitology lessons from WVC 2025 shared by Jeba Jesudoss Chelladurai, BVSc, MS, PhD, DACVM (Parasitology; Immunology)

03/04/2025

Article with information on treatment of allergic dermatitis.

Brittany Lancellotti, DVM, DACVD, broke down the treatments for canine allergic dermatitis, including through song, in her lecture at WVC 2025

02/20/2025

Did you know...? While most PWDs are under the weight threshold of 50lbs for donating blood, this is good information to be aware of. This is an interesting interview with a veterinary criticalist about to increasing demand for pet transfusions.

Meghan Respess, DVM, DACVECC, discusses the need for more banking programs and animal donors

02/05/2025

Here is a link for all of you who were unable to attend today's webinar by Dr. Stephen Friedenberg updating the PWD community on his research findings to date regarding the genetic basis of Addison's disease in the breed. This research made possible through your generous support of the Portuguese Water Dog Foundation.

Dr. Friedenberg provides an update the PWD community on his research findings to date regarding the genetic basis of Addison's disease in the breed. He share...

02/05/2025

Join us right now, February 5th at Noon Eastern, Dr. Friedenberg will update the PWD community on his research findings to date regarding the genetic basis of Addison's disease in the breed. He will talk for 40-45 minutes about his findings and the take questions for 15-20 minutes.
Save this Zoom link and join us at noon Eastern https://umn.zoom.us/j/94213391192?pwd=yrc6MzxPzukAXF9CSb1chS35LEQe4Y.1

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02/05/2025

Join us today, February 5th at Noon Eastern, Dr. Friedenberg will update the PWD community on his research findings to date regarding the genetic basis of Addison's disease in the breed. He will talk for 40-45 minutes about his findings and the take questions for 15-20 minutes.
Save this Zoom link and join us at noon Eastern https://umn.zoom.us/j/94213391192?pwd=yrc6MzxPzukAXF9CSb1chS35LEQe4Y.1

Zoom is the leader in modern enterprise video communications, with an easy, reliable cloud platform for video and audio conferencing, chat, and webinars across mobile, desktop, and room systems. Zoom Rooms is the original software-based conference room solution used around the world in board, confer...

02/04/2025

Join us tomorrow February 5th at Noon Eastern, Dr. Friedenberg would like to update the PWD community on his research findings to date regarding the genetic basis of Addison's disease in the breed. He will talk for 40-45 minutes about his findings and the take questions for 15-20 minutes. Mark your calendars and we will provide Zoom access information in the coming days.

April 18, 2021 07:00 ET — The Portuguese Water Dog Foundation is excited to kick off a new research study to investigate the genetics of Addison’s disease — specifically in PWDs! The study will be conducted by Drs. Steven Friedenberg and Leigh Anne Clark and their research team at the Universi...

02/03/2025

Save the Date! February 5th at Noon Eastern, Dr. Friedenberg would like to update the PWD community on his research findings to date regarding the genetic basis of Addison's disease in the breed. He will talk for 40-45 minutes about his findings and the take questions for 15-20 minutes. Mark your calendars and save this Zoom link to the webinar featureing Dr. Friedenberg providing and update on his Addison's research.
Zoom LInk:
https://umn.zoom.us/j/94213391192?pwd=yrc6MzxPzukAXF9CSb1chS35LEQe4Y.1

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01/30/2025

Save the Date! February 5th at Noon Eastern, Dr. Friedenberg would like to update the PWD community on his research findings to date regarding the genetic basis of Addison's disease in the breed. He will talk for 40-45 minutes about his findings and the take questions for 15-20 minutes. Mark your calendars and we will provide Zoom access information in the coming days.

April 18, 2021 07:00 ET — The Portuguese Water Dog Foundation is excited to kick off a new research study to investigate the genetics of Addison’s disease — specifically in PWDs! The study will be conducted by Drs. Steven Friedenberg and Leigh Anne Clark and their research team at the Universi...

01/23/2025

Do you have a spare car taking up space? 🚗 Why not turn it into a driving force for a good cause? Support Portuguese Water Dog canine health research by donating your unused vehicle to our foundation! 🐾

Learn more at https://pwdfoundation.org/vehicle

01/09/2025

🐾 January is here, and it's ! 🚶‍♀️🐕 After the holiday season, let's kick off the new year with a paw-some resolution to explore the great outdoors with our Portuguese Water Dog friends!

🌲 Share with us: What are some of your favorite walks with your PWD? Whether it's a scenic trail or a stroll through the neighborhood, we want to hear about the adventures you and your canine companions embark on! 🌳🐾

01/01/2025

Happy New Year! 🎉 Wishing you and your loved ones a year filled with joy, health, and countless new beginnings.

12/31/2024

Don't miss out! Order your 2025 Nutmeg Portuguese Water Dog Club award winning calendar. 30 Great Photos! With photo finalists from multiple states across the U.S.- and from these countries around the world - Austria, Canada, Denmark, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, Slovenia, and Sweden - these action-packed, fun and stunning photos are sure to please every PWD fancier.

AND REMEMBER: Proceeds from Nutmeg calendar sales go to the PWD Foundation for canine health research. Over the years we have donated $54,000.

So, buy a calendar and help fund health for our dogs!

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12/29/2024

Learn more about the canine health research that your contributions have funded. We couldn't have done it without your continued support. Thank you!
https://www.pwdfoundation.org/research/funded-research/

12/15/2024

Spread the joy this holiday season! 🐾 Support canine health research for Portuguese Water Dogs by giving a little extra to the . ❤️ 🐾
https://www.pwdfoundation.org/donate/

12/12/2024

We believe in the power of connection and spreading joy this holiday season! For every card sent, you’re directly supporting the PWD Foundation’s mission to improve the quality of life and future health of our Portuguese Water Dog and, by extension, all dogs.

Try out our 'Send a Card' feature today and join us in making a positive impact!

https://www.pwdfoundation.org/donate/send-a-card/