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- EIN 46-2452393
- Po Box 124 Jefferson MD 21755 USA
- http://www.WashingtonMetroDachtoberFest.org
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Causes: Animal Protection & Welfare, Animals
Mission: The main mission of the Washington Metro DachtoberFest Foundation is to raise awareness of various health issues that dachshunds and other long and low breeds face; to educate pet owners about preventative care and handling of their pets to minimize health risks, and to raise awareness that there are always alternatives to euthanasia. By the year 2018, the Washington Metro DachtoberFest Foundation hopes to be able to provide grants to qualified rescue organizations to assist with vetting expenses. By the year 2020, the Foundation plans to be one of a few charities that will be able to provide financial assistance for qualified low-income families, paid directly to veterinarians for extraordinary veterinary care, without which the family companion pet could be removed from the home and/or euthanized.
Results: Washington Metro DachtoberFest Foundation hosts the largest dachshund festival in the Mid-Atlantic Region. It is held annually on the first Saturday in October at the Frederick County Fair Grounds in Frederick, Maryland. WMDachtoberFest continues the treasured tradition of bringing dachshund lovers together to enjoy a day of family-oriented doxie fun. Dachshund and dachshund wannabe enthusiasts can also enjoy educational discussions during the Fest. Our guest speakers include area veterinary and behavioral specialists who address dachshund health issues. In the past our guest speakers touched on intervertebral disc disease (IVDD), complete with discussions and demos on proactive preemptive care and prevention, various treatments including conservative crate rest and medication, alternative/holistic therapy, and surgery. General health issues common to all dachshunds, including weight management and oral hygiene, and behavior and training issues are also topics that our guest speakers have covered the the past. We are a young foundation and are very much dependent on the generosity of corporate and individual donations. Every dollar helps! All sponsorships and individual donations are deductible as charitable contributions to the fullest extent allowed by law. WMDF will provide an acknowledgment for all donations for tax purposes. Thank you in advance for your generosity and the dachshunds say “woof, we love you!”