The Westminster Kennel Club & Nutramax Partner to Support a Service Dog in Training

New York, NY — The Westminster Kennel Club and Nutramax Laboratories Veterinary Sciences, Inc., the parent company of the Cosequin^® brand of pet joint supplements, is proud to announce they have partnered to sponsor a puppy in training with the Valor Service Dogs program. A Golden Retriever puppy named Betty joined the program this year to undergo 18-24 months of training before being placed as a service dog with a military veteran or first responder in need. Following a Valor Service Dog tradition, this retriever was named after a notable military service member, the late Betty White, who reportedly served in the American Women’s Voluntary Services during WWII.

The Westminster Kennel Club’s support of the puppy in the Valor Service Dog program continues the organization’s longstanding history of giving back. Throughout its 146-year history, Westminster has supported military and service dogs through donations to the American Red Cross during World War I, Dogs for Defense during World War II, and more recently, Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind, and the Warrior Canine Connection.

This is the eighth year that Nutramax has supported the Westminster Kennel Club events. The joint effort to support a service dog in training expands the longstanding partnership that has produced popular social media campaigns over the years, including Reflecting on the Win, Agility Training Tips, and a special edition of the popular Puppy Tails featuring past Westminster winners.

The Valor Service Dog organization trains puppies as mobility assistance and PTSD service dogs for military veterans and first responders. These highly trained companions help their owners regain their independence and reintegrate into their communities.

Betty, the Golden Retriever pup, will appear at the 146^th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show presented by Purina Pro Plan, held at the Lyndhurst Estate in Tarrytown, New York. To follow Betty’s journey, follow @WKCDogShow.

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