US War Dogs

Our War Dogs fundraising programs have raised over

Where Your Donation Goes

Donations from Pet Valu customers are used to fuel a variety of different programs and care incentives:

Veterinary Care

Care Packages

Gear & Equipment

Veterinary Care

The cost of routine veterinary care is offset.

Care Packages

Care packages are sent overseas to handlers and dogs. These packages include a variety of treats, toys, and smaller healthcare items like eye and ear drops.

Gear & Equipment

The latest in safety gear and equipment are sent to handlers and their dogs. These packages include doggles, boots, cooling vests, etc…

Returning Home

Specialized Medical Care Program

RX Program

Dog Wheelchairs

Emergency Medical Assistance

Adoptions

Returning Home

When MWDs are retired overseas, they can’t legally board military planes, so they can get left behind. The USWDA works to make sure these dogs get home safely.

Specialized Medical Care Program

Retired dogs can still have a variety of health issues (mental, physical, and emotional) and require specialized care and attention. This program provides essential medical care free of charge.

RX Program

In association with their specialized care, if a dog requires prescription medication, this program covers the cost incurred. These prescriptions can add up to almost $1,000 monthly.

Dog Wheelchairs

If a veterinarian feels a cart or dog wheelchair is necessary care, it will be provided and covered.

Emergency Medical Assistance

This program will reimburse owners for any emergency medical care that is inquired through the retired dog’s life up to $500.

Adoptions

Retired dogs can be adopted once they have finished service. First priority is given to former handlers and law enforcement agencies and then is open to the general public. Some adoption processes will include travel costs to retrieve the dog from his country of work and bring him home.

Monuments and Memorials

Rainbow Bridge Assistance Program

Monuments and Memorials

For retired working dogs who have passed, memorial services and monuments can be provided with no cost to the owner.

Rainbow Bridge Assistance Program

This program will cover or reimburse the cost of euthanasia and cremation services.

Legislative Efforts

Free RX Cut Prescription Discount Card

Membership

Legislative Efforts

USWDA and it’s partners are constantly working to better improve the conditions and rights of working and retired dogs.

Free RX Cut Prescription Discount Card

Prescription Cards are available to the general public without fees or costs attached. Use of this card is free, with fees coming from participating pharmaceutical companies. Fees are donated to existing programs.

Membership

The cost of becoming a member of the United States War Dogs Association, INC. is donated to existing programs.

The Countdown is on!

Help us raise funds for The U.S. War Dogs Association. Our next fundraiser begins in:

Day(s)

:

Hour(s)

:

Minute(s)

:

Second(s)

Bandana and Paws for Sale

Stop by your local store and purchase an American Flag Bandana or Paper Paw to help us raise funds for our War Dogs! Share your pet in his or her bandana by using #PVPatrioticPets!

FIND A STORE

About USWDA

Q & A with Ron Aiello of USWDA

find out more

We’ve joined the USWDA to help care for our four-legged heroes. Customers at any Pet Valu store can purchase an American Flag bandana for $5 or donate any amount on a paper paw. Proceeds are donated to the United States War Dogs Association to continue to fund their important and lifesaving programs.