wHO WE ARE

The Keystone Portuguese Water Dog Club is a regional club, sanctioned by the Portuguese Water Dog Club of America, with membership extending from New York to Virginia and beyond. We are an enthusiastic group of Portuguese Water Dog owners who work and play with our dogs in the water, agility, obedience, rally, therapy, conformation and much, much more. We hold numerous events throughout the year, including social gatherings, supported entry dog shows, water trials and seminars covering topics such as health, training and grooming. Everyone is welcome to join us at all events where you can meet our members and their dogs and learn more about this incredible, versatile breed.

UPCOMING EVENTS

KPWDC Water Practice 2023 - Without Boats

27 May 2023 9:00 AM

Codorus State Park
KPWDC Water Trial 2023

16 Sep 2023 8:00 AM

Codorus State Park

HEALTH & WELLNESS

With spring approaching, be aware of the hazards right in your back yard that are poisonous to your pets! Check out our updated Health & Wellness page linked here for more information.

We live in a high risk area for Lymes among other tick borne diseases: CDC map of reports of people infected by tick borne diseases.

So Prevention is key! Inspect your dog for ticks, especially after walking and playing in wooded or grassy areas. Gently part the hair or fur and inspect with close attention between toes, under legs, around the eyes, inside the ears, on the lips, near the anus, and under the tail. Feel for small bumps. The faster the tick is removed, the less likely it will cause secondary illness. Remember to mow grass as short as possible.

No tick prevention method is 100% effective. Preventative products include shampoos, topical treatments, pesticide collars, and long-acting oral medications. All of these products have risks and benefits, and the best options for your dog should be discussed with your veterinarian.

References:

Canine Rickettsiosis: A Novel Rickettsia Species Identified in Dogs in the US, B. Qurullo, DVM, MS; Veterinary Practice News, Mar 16, 2021; Tick-Borne Diseases in Dogs: Symptoms & How to Prevent; Dr. J Klein, AKC.org, Apr 11, 2022; A New Strain of Tick-Borne Disease; N. Kerns, Whole Dog Journal, Apr 26, 2022; Novel Rickettsia Species Infecting Dogs, United States, J.M. Wilson, E.B. Breitschwerdt, and B.A. Qurullo, Emerging Infectious Diseases, NIH.gov, vol 26, num 12-Dec 2020.

https://www.hopkinslymetracker.org/geography-ticks-and-you/#:~:text=Other%20tickborne%20diseases%20in%20the,%2C%20tularemia%2C%20and%20Powassan%20virus.

https://www.zoetisus.com/products/dogs/simparica/prevalence-maps.aspx

https://www.akcchf.org/canine-health/sporting-field-dogs/tick-borne-disease.html

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