Portuguese Water Dog Foundation, Inc.

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!

Found on Google from nutmegpwd.org

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/

12/10/2024

Your donations make an impact! Since 1998, the Portuguese Water Dog Foundation has funded over $1.25 million in canine health research benefiting the . We couldn’t have done it without you. ❤Thank you for making a difference!
https://www.pwdfoundation.org/donate

12/09/2024

Good to know!!

Study decodes the neural mechanism that causes hairy mammals to fling their fur when encountering water.

12/06/2024

Have a safe howl-a-day season!

There are several hazards that can turn festive celebrations into unexpected veterinary visits.

12/04/2024

Wow! Interesting research into the connection we have with our pups

Research shows that when dogs and humans gaze at each other, their brain activity synchronizes, strengthening bonds and enhancing connection. Familiarity deepens this effect, highlighting the unique, neural-based relationship between humans and their canine companions.

12/03/2024

Support the Foundation on this ! Join us in making a positive impact to improve the quality of life and future health of Portuguese Water Dogs. Let’s make a difference together!

https://www.pwdfoundation.org/donate/

11/28/2024

We’re thankful for your support in our mission to improve the quality of life and health of the Portuguese Water Dogs. May your day be filled with family, friends, and furry companions. Happy Thanksgiving!

11/26/2024

Fun to read this study about different types of dog owners. Which one are you?

Are you a parent, pal, protector or a mix of them all? A new study examines how dog owners view themselves—and why it matters.

11/24/2024

Good advice for a safe K9 holiday season!

Pets can be exposed to canine infectious respiratory disease complex, otherwise known as kennel cough, if they are left over the holidays.

11/20/2024

Year 9 update on the use of gene therapy to treat Dilated Cardiomyopathy from Dr. Meg Sleeper.

Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) is the second most common cause of heart disease in dogs, and medical management of the secondary signs is the only therapeutic option. The outcome for affected dogs depends on the stage of disease and the breed. Once diagnosed, dogs typically exhibit rapid and uniform p...

11/14/2024

News of drug approval to support dogs undergoing chemotherapy.

Canalevia-CA1 is currently the only treatment on the market for treating CID in canine patients.

11/10/2024

Article in Canine Chronicle detailing research on management of cluster seizures. With the generosity of your donations, the PWD Foundation is funding this grant.

By Sharon Albright, DVM, CCRT Manager of Communications & Veterinary Outreach, AKC Canine Health Foundation Epilepsy, especially the phenomenon known as cluster seizures, is a challenging disease for affected dogs and their families. Since approximately 30% of dogs with idiopathic epilepsy (seizures...