MWDTSA is an essential organization for morale of both MWDs and their handlers when on deployment. The care packages were always looked forward to, the quarterly designs were always a fun little surprise as well. Knowing there was at least someone who cared enough to send you something, without even knowing you to boot, was such an uplifting experience. I love this organization and everything it stands for! MWD Szafi and I thank all the volunteers and Nikki!
Absolutely essential organization for the unique job of a military working dog and their handlers, can personally attest to the compassion, dedication and hard work that these VOLUNTEERS put into making sure they are taken care of worldwide! I have received care packages and support while deployed and it makes all the difference, and I hope it stays that way forever.
MWDTSA is such a blessing to handlers AND MWDs. While deployed, it was a huge morale booster to receive the care packages. The time and love put into each package was amazing and reminded us that the things we are doing/ time spent away from our loved ones, don’t go unnoticed. I am extremely grateful for MWDTSA and I know many others that agree! MWD Albert and I thank you for everything you do!
MWDTSA just assisted with covering the expenses to put my RMWD down and also is sending me memorabilia for him.
MWDTSA also supports active duty mwd kennels around the globe constantly sending morale boosting things, toys, etc.
Nikki runs a phenomenal organization for our community
No matter what happens MWDTSA is supporting handlers in their missions world wide. Delivering not just essential supplies to keep the mission on track, but also supplies to up the morale of both the handler and their K9. Significantly increasing their quality of life and letting them know that people care and that their work makes a difference.
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Thank you for supporting me and my military working dogs. Whether it’s stateside or on deployment, y’all always know how to send the best care packages!
MWDTSA has been a big part of my family. Both my wife and I were Army handlers. MWDTSA took care of my wife and her Military Working Dogs on 2 separate deployments and myself on 1. They not only take care of the dogs but the handlers too. You get the things you need while deployed and a little extra for both you and dog.
They also make sure to take care of our retired working dogs as well. My wife and I were blessed enough to adopt her working dog Diesel, and he was honored with a K9 Honor Box. The themes were fun and our retired heroes got all kinds of well deserved goodies.
If that wasn’t enough, when our brave dogs finally have to pass that rainbow bridge, they cover the cremation and honor your hero with a beautiful guardians of the night box and a 50/50 bottle.
My family proudly supports and show off our MWDTSA gear wherever we go. They go above and beyond for our military working dog teams.
Thank you everyone at MWDTSA for all that you do!
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MWDTSA is one of the best organizations I have ever experienced. I proudly display my MWDTSA gear wherever I go. When I was deployed with my MWD a few years back, I knew I could always look forward to those quarterly themed boxes. Not only was I going to get some cool things, but my MWD was also going to be taken care of. There is no better organization for Military Working Dog handlers and their MWD's. And they also are there for you when it's time for your brave MWD to pass that rainbow bridge. I will always support this incredible organization. Thank you Nikki! And everyone at MWDTSA for everything you do for us and the dog teams all over the world.
I’ve had the honor of caring for three incredible retired military working dogs, each of whom served our country with unwavering loyalty and bravery. The Military Working Dog Team Support Association (MWDTSA) has been an invaluable support for us, every step of the way. They’ve been there with resources, heartfelt care packages, and a community that understands the journey of these exceptional dogs from active duty to retirement.
When two of my dogs faced serious health challenges, MWDTSA stepped up to help cover the expenses when the time came to say goodbye, MWDTSA once again provided compassionate support, even helping to ease the financial burden during those moments of loss. Knowing they were there has been a true blessing, allowing me to focus on giving my dogs the love and care they deserve.
MWDTSA is not just an organization; they’re a family for all of us who care deeply for these retired heroes. I’m forever grateful for the kindness and dedication they show to our military working dogs and their handlers.
I have received many care packages from MWDTSA over the years. Both while in the states and while on deployment. Their care packages are always amazing and bring a smile to everyone's face, including the MWDs.
MWDTSA is hands down one of the best organization out there that supports MWD Teams! I have personally benefited from this organization when I was active duty. They truly care about our dog teams and want the best for them. Even now as my MWD is retired he enjoys his yearly retirement goodie box! We are very grateful to have them around supporting our K9 community!
MWDTSA is amazing for MWD teams serving overseas and stateside. It feels like Christmas every time a package was received from them while on deployment and when getting one home station.
MWDTSA is a one of kind organization! They care to the needs of both handler and MWD while in a deployed environment! The organization maintains these friendships and continues their support with care packages to stateside bases, the retirement of MWDs and even care for the passing of a MWD. they are truly one of a kind organization!
Love MWDTSA! Their care packages are always fun and helpful, esp while on deployment. They sent me Musher's Secret in one, and it not only saved my dog's nose and paw pads from being dried and cracked in the desert, it continues to save my dog's nose and paws now that we're back home in an Arctic environment. They also helped a lot when I had to put my retired MWD down when he couldn't fight his cancer any longer. They sent a custom urn and thermos to honor and remember him, both of which I love. And on a happier note, both rMWD Chase and rMWD Greg have loved the retirement boxes they've gotten! I'm so glad I was told about MWDTSA during my predeployment training and subsequently got to introduce both my deployed and home station kennels to them! Truly a great organization!
This company really helps out handlers from all over the world. Getting these packages while being overseas is an amazing feeling. It’s like getting a little slice of home without being there. During the holidays it’s the cherry on top that can help us push forward with the mission at mind. The extra kong and other supplies are really handy because it take a while to get things like this ship overseas. Thank you for all the hard work and support that you give K-9.
MWTSA has always supported our Military Working Dogs with yearly packages. Not only do they provide support for our MWDs, but they also support us as handlers. Us as handlers look forward to the yearly holiday packages and it would not be the same without their support. MWTSA has never failed to make us as handlers feel forgotten by shipping their packages all across the world!
MWDTSA is always so proactive and reliable when it comes to helping out retired MWDs or when they cross the rainbow bridge. They help with making sure they're honored and remembered every day.
Speaking from experience with both they're the best and couldn't ask for a better non profit!
MWDTSA is amazing. They have constantly helped me throughout the years with everything big or small. They are amazing. Flat out.
MWDSTA has been nothing be absolutely crucial and stellar with the amount of support they give so effortlessly (because of donors like you) to “both ends of the leash”.
On deployment, they provided numerous care packages to my entire team with items that, often cannot be found in times of need or we had very little of which directly protect the MWD’s and their handlers; sending morale and medical supplies to handlers and fur-hero’s throughout the world supporting very important missions. This is Desperately needed and EXTREMELY appreciated. That’s what this non-profit does for us -and so much more!
Even after the 4-legged hero has passed, they reach out and personally make sure that the handler was given the resources they needed to help honor that Military Working Dog, lay them to rest, and provided goods to keep that honor alive and not forgotten.
In my personal opinion, MWDTSA is the absolute best non-profit I’ve ever had the pleasure of working with. The MWD community would definitely be hurting without this crucial support!
One of the greatest organizations I’ve ever had the ability to work with. Constantly reached out and supported myself and my handlers while we on deployment. Even catered to us by sending us stuff that we specifically requested!
I was stationed at Misawa Air Base in Japan and MWDTSA happily sent our team shirts, dog toys, and patches to boost our morale! We were so thankful to be thought of!
This organization is amazing! I always looked forward to getting one of their packages while deployed.
MWDTSA sent Pamela and I so many packages while we were deployed in Egypt. Pamela loved the treats and toys and I enjoyed the tactical items!
MWD TSA is one of the best nonprofit organizations i’ve ever had the pleasure of knowing. I have been to multiple locations all over the world where items are hard to get and MWD TSA is always there to send me and my MWD those items to give us a little taste of home.
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MWD TSA is an amazing organization that has helped me and my Military Working Dogs over multiple deployments. It gives all the deployed teams something to look forward to. Receiving a care package from MWD TSA is like early Christmas and the contents are always the best most helpful products. 10/10 recommend supporting this organization. Tham you for all that your team does.
MWDTSA is there for the good times and the “ruff” times. Any time we received our care packages on deployment always came at the perfect time, not only were our dogs supplied with toys, snacks and medical supplies but there were also goodies in there for the handlers like coffee and t-shirts. Military handlers are lucky to have MWDTSA.
Historically one of the first and best organizations to support Military Working Dogs and their Handlers! Supporting both K9 and Soldiers with essential items needed when working locations make items unavailable. Furthermore, they are top-notch in their care packages bringing positivity and morale to many MWDs and retired MWDs worldwide. I will always appreciate MWDTSA !
MWDTSA is the go to nonprofit for every single MWD Kennel around the globe. There is not a K9 handler in the military that hasn’t been supported by them. You can not got to a kennel and not see multiple stickers and other giveaway items throughout the office.
MWDTSA has been supporting myself and the K9 teams I’ve worked with for over 6 years now. The staff is phenomenal and always goes above and beyond with their ideas to make our lives better in all corners of the world! Even when our four legged friends end their watch MWDTSA is there.
This amazing organization has sponsored me and my K9s every time I’ve deployed. They’ve sent us packages quarterly full of items both myself and my dog needed. However most recently they have supported my RMWD as he crossed the rainbow bridge. They paid all expenses for the euthanasia and cremation and sent us a customized cup and urn. To say MWDTSA is amazing just isn’t saying enough. I’m very thankful for everything they do!
Used this organization when my MWD passed away and was extreme surprised of the thoughtful message and gift!
MWDTSA has help so many of my handlers throughout my last 10 years as K9. From my first deployment, sending items we couldn’t get that our dogs needed, hydration packs for handlers down at DTS. I couldn’t imagine this organization Not being a top non profitable org, they truly go above and beyond! Thank you so much!!!!
Always looked forward to the support of this organization on deployments. Really makes sure all the teams are fully prepared for they need and want down range. This organization goes above and beyond with supporting both ends of leash! Truly grateful for there continued support of all active duty dog teams across the world! Forever thankful and appreciative of what you did for me and my teams and continue to do to this day.
Supported me and my working dog through three combat deployments, and into MWD Faros retirement. Their compassion is unparalleled. Extremely thankful for MWDTSA.
MWDTSA without a doubt is the best non profit organization out there helping military working dog teams. Does not matter what part of the world we are sent to, MWDTSA is always there to support the teams and send any items we might be lacking. This organization not only provides morale for the soldiers but much needed items for the dogs. I am truly grateful to have such an amazing organization supporting or military dogs and handlers. Thank you MWDTSA
MWDTSA is incomparably the top supporter of our Military K9 teams both downrange and home station. The amount of thought and care that goes into each care package is truly a game changer. This team will go above and beyond to make sure each member is well taken care of. I just wrapped up my ninth deployment and throughout all of them I’ve seen how much this organization has grown, which includes the amount of support they can offer. Thanks for all you do!
MWDTSA has been such an amazing organization to the Military Working Dog Community! Most times handlers go out and buy necessity’s for their MWDs, but MWDTSA has always donated essential items for both ends of the leash! Forever grateful to the amazing team behind the logo.
The whole MWDTSA team has an unmeasurable impact on dog teams worldwide. The staff is very friendly and are continuously looking for ways to better the quality of life of handlers and their K9 partners! Extremely grateful!
MWDTSA has been amazing when it comes to supporting dogs deployed and garrison. They always go above and beyond. Not only supporting the dogs in service but the retired dogs are getting love too. MWDTSA thank you for all you do for the K9 community.
They are such a great organization! Every package meant so much! MWDTSA is one of the best support systems for active and retired MWD’s!
Here is a photo of MWD Gina and MWD Bruno opening their packages! Each time was like Christmas!
MWDTSA has been outstanding. I am currently deployed to the Middle East with my military working dog (MWD). Due to budget/supply issues we deployed with out booties for her. We have had several days with the temperature up to 130. One message to MWDTSA and they had a brand new set of dog booties out to us months faster then traditional military supply. On top of that the care packages they send out every quarter are always a hit around the kennels. Could not ask for a better nonprofit to support All MWD’s deployed world wide.
Have you ever played sports and after the games someone brings snacks and drinks for the team? This is MWDTSA. They provide the best care packages a dog team could want and need. Not only are the dogs getting something but so are the handlers! With every package there is items such as socks, t-shirt, hydration device, first aid, snacks for myself and my doggo, first aid items, eye protection, and so much more! The team at MWDTSA does all of this strictly by donated time and goods! If you're on here and looking for ways to support your Military Working Dog Teams look for MWDTSA on Instagram and hit the link in their bio. Donations are always welcomed!
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Because of their exceptional effort and communication to us handlers, we are always receiving items that are used in our day to day operations while deployed. This all volunteer group does not just serve one branch but rather all 5 military branches which are deployed. Don't let that word fool you tho as MWDTSA also does state side kennel visits and as a recipient of this visit as well MWDTSA sure goes above and beyond to boost morale where ever present. Quarterly care packages allow us to stock up on items most handlers would pay out of pocket for. I use the dump pouch for my MWDs reward that was also in a care package. My molle pouch is used to carry every day medical gear, thermometer, lube, alcohol prep pads, antiseptic spray, gauze, vet wrap, & poop bags. All this is donated to us and all is asked is a simple picture of the items in use and the occasional dog somewhere lol Just want to give a big thank you and let you know that supporting both ends of the leash means a lot happier dog teams are out there fighting the good fight!
I tell you what, you ever been smack dab in the middle of bum chuck no mans land, living off rip it’s, protein powder and stale motivation and you get a message from Ms Nikki saying she’s got some packages coming your way. Low and behold motivation has come to an all time high and you jiggy on down to get your box of MWDTSA goodies. In this joker, you’ve got cool swag, useful things for your pup to tear apart, shampoo, deodorant, toys, medical stuff, you name it. I tell you hwhat it makes you and the puppers reall happy that someone is thinking about them cause your units sure do forget all about you down range. So thankful for This organization and all its donors and troopers cause deployments would really suck without it!
Received much needed morale boost from care packages sent by this organization. Three tours and they still managed to send my pup treats and much needed gear.
As a handler for 5 years, I have seen this non profit help out so many teams including myself. They really look out for the dogs as well as the handlers!
This organization is definitely the best to ever do it. One of the biggest morale boost I had as k9 handler away from home.
This an amazing organization that takes care of both sides of the leash. I cant put into words just how amazing this team is and how much we appreciate the effort!
MWDTSA has been such an amazing organization for dog handlers. From ensuring we have everything we need deployed to making us feel more at home stateside. Forever grateful for all their hard work and dedication for dog handlers
MWDTSA has been and continues to be an organization that time and time again goes above and beyond their call of duty. I can personally say I have been on the receiving end of much needed and essential items not only during a deployment, but even for my dog in retirement. The impact they have on troops around the world is unbelievable and cannot be summarized properly with in this text. Thank you as always for everything you guys do!
Truly an amazing group of individuals that really care about the MWD community. My Team/teams have been direct recipients of some incredible care packages catered to both K9 & Handler needs from MWDTSA/Donators. You can see how much they help MWD teams around the country & deployed! Having been on the receiving end from this nonprofit, it inspired me to donate needed items to complete packages that I knew would benefit and help other MWD teams operating/deployed...
The amount of support they give for Military Working Dog Teams makes them a great nonprofit. The times they spend volunteering and helping others are awesome. It’s the sacrifice they give for the better good that creates that genuine love and support which I see daily and appreciate them for. Continue the hard work and dedication and thank you for what you do.
My husband has been deployed twice as a MWD handler and they always make sure to take care of not just the dogs but the soldiers as well, they send a wide variety of items and my husband always looked forward to the packages.
Having been a handler for the past 7 years and seeing all the amazing things that MWDTSA does for our community, is absolutely amazing! They are always there for all the deployed members and always ensuring that teams are taken care of. Thank you from your favorite handler!
MWDTSA has help me in numerous of ways. Not only does the organization donate items needed for both the handler and MWD, but they donate their personal time to ensure each team no matter where they are, are taken care of. If it’s deployed, natural disaster occurred , or even a horrible duty station. Continue the great work, you guys are awesome.
While SSD GREK and I were deployed to Afghanistan from 2012-2013... We got support by MWDTSA in the way of toys, chew toys, treats, dog booties and so much more. We even got messages from local schools giving their support to help keep our heads on right and put us in the right mindset of why we were there fighting the good fight.
MWDTSA provided incredible support throughout my career. I served in the Marine Corps for 20 years and a majority of my career was in the Military Working Dog (MWD) Program. Over the years and through multiple deployments, MWDTSA provided support which focused around care packages during our deployments. The care packages were filled with much needed and appreciated items. MWDTSA always came through for me and my fellow dog handlers with genuine care and support. - Chris and Lucca
MWDTSA is a fantastic organization that supports U.S. Military Working Dog Teams all over the world. My working dog Johnny and I were recipients of several care packages sent overseas while we were on two separate deployments. These packages brought toys and gear for Johnny, snacks for both of us, and a link to patriotic people back home in the states that truly cared about us and our purpose. The support didn't stop there my wife and I both being former dog handlers have adopted several retired Military Working Dogs and received honor packages for two of our retired heroes Ccann and Moira. I cannot thank these folks enough for their support through out the years.
MWDTSA is a major support in my k9 career has providing essential MWD and handler care items since 2007, sending numerous care packages to remote deployed environments, as well as stateside. This organization has even visited various kennels to show MWD handlers appreciation for the overall missions and operations we continue to support. Hands down the best non profit MWD Support organization ever!! I can’t truly thank them enough!! So grateful for this organization!!
MWDTSA is an awesome non-profit organization that is always helping MWD teams across the world! Their care packages always boost the moral of deployed teams and we are forever thankful that there is an organization out there like them who help us with whatever we need.
By far the best program that has our back’s!
As we work hard taking care of our pups and our brothers in arms, MWDTSA is working even harder to support us! MWDTSA provided my rotation with much needed care packages with tons of goodies for both handlers and Pups. I can truly say they are making a difference with the moral of us that are currently deployed!
-thank you for what you do! And for continuing to stay in our corner as the world seems to forget about us!
We owe you a tremendous debt we owe you a tremendous debt.
This non-profit and it's volunteers bring much needed morale and support to all military working dog teams their handlers whether overseas or stateside. Nikki and other volunteers have always been very proactive and asking what the teams and dogs need and doesn't hesitate to take recommendations. The non-profit fits right in with the military community it supports. I've been supported by MWDTSA many times including overseas. When deployed you don't have much except maybe that few minute phone call every now and again, but when you see a package with you and your dog's name on it there's no feeling like getting your dog excited and have them receive toys and much needed necessities that this non-profit provides. Ill forever appreciate everything MWDTSA and it's very professional and caring volunteers have done for the Military Working Dog community.
Because this is an all volunteer organization, donors can be assured that anything they donate will be used to directly support the Mission. I have witnessed the immense growth of this organization and the dedication and the integrity of the volunteers has remained stellar. This organization makes a positive difference to Military Working Dogs and to their Handlers, both past and present.
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This organization was co-founded by myself and Ken, a veteran dog handler from the Vietnam War. Our missions are all about the team because we support both ends of the lead: dog and handler. Having served in many capacities in Vietnam, Ken drew upon his emotional experience in wanting to make certain that no dog handler returned to the US ever again from a war zone with the feeling of sacrifice without appreciation. He also is an active dog person and wanted to support the dogs currently being deployed. Our missions are straight forward:
We support current dogs and handlers.
We support veteran dog handler events.
We advocate on behalf of retired military dogs in order to encourage their adoption.
We support memorials to honor the dogs and handlers and
We educate the general public.
Please know that we appreciate each and every donation and utilize them well. We welcome you to stop by our dynamic website at www.mwdtsa.org to see what we are doing now. An electronic newsletter is available to anyone who requests one; simply shoot us an email.
We appreciate your support on behalf of dogs and handlers doing a dangerous job.
I came upon this great organization while researching the establishment of one of my own non profits.
I read their mission statement only to find, I didn't need to reinvent the wheel.
One seldom comes across an organization of such dedication to support a niche segment of our military as these folks who are dedicated to the specific needs of our military working dog teams.
At this time, it is a 100% volunteer driven offering 200% of their effort.
Small but mighty and growing like a pup to a trained dog.
They Sit.Stay. and Support.
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