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The National Canine Cancer Foundation is a 501 c 3 non profit organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health issue in dogs.
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The National Canine Cancer Foundation is a 501 c3 non-profit dedicated to eliminating canine cancer as a major health issue and increasing the survival rates of dogs through Education, Outreach and Research. Together, We Are The Cure!

03/14/2026

Not only is today National Pi Day, but it's also CHECK YOUR DOG day! Why do we spend so much time on awareness? There are still many out there that do not know how big of a problem canine cancer is. Help us SPREAD THE WORD! Visit https://wearethecure.org/dog-cancer-prevention/ 🐶🩷🐾🗓

Meet Rocky, our March CHECK YOUR DOG dog of the month:
"Rocky passed Jan 3 , 2024 at 4:30 am in my arms from a cancerous tumor above the teeth of his upper jaw. He was diagnosed just 3 weeks earlier and seemed fine up to then. it was unexpected and in 3 weeks he was gone. Devasted and he had recently been to a vet for exam and had his vacinnes that were due. I wonder how this all happened! Miss you my Rocky forever." ~ Christine S.

03/14/2026

All of you are "Pink Paw Warriors!" We are sitting at $8,027.04 right now because of you. Thank you for all of your hard work and the steps! For those who may remember Jama, she's doing great almost 5 years after having surgery on her eye to remove a Benign Melanocytoma. Jama has been a great Ambassadog for the foundation throughout the years. She's a BIG REMINDER of how important regular checks are. We continue to be thankful everyday that her tumor was benign. Many dogs aren't that lucky. She's here to help in the fight against Canine Cancer and to spread the word. Register today to help saves lives one step at a time! If you can't participate, DONATE! If you can't donate, SHARE! pinkpawlove.funraise.org 🩷🐶🐾

03/14/2026

Laurel and her family join the for the 6th year of fundraising in memory of Boomer, who they lost to hemangiosarcoma in 2021. She holds the top fundraising spot right now in the walk and seems to do this most every year! She tells me each year that her strongest donors seek her out now every March to give in honor of her very special dogs.

"This year, we honor both Boomer and Cosmo—two very special dogs who changed our lives forever. Boomer was deeply loved, and losing him so suddenly showed us how devastating canine cancer can be. During his fight, he received blood transfusions that couldn’t save his life, but they gave us a little more precious time with him.
Because of that, his brother Cosmo, became a quiet hero in Boomer’s memory by becoming a blood donor so other dogs fighting for their lives could have the same chance for more time.
In March 2025, we lost Cosmo to kidney failure. His life was defined by gentleness, loyalty, and the incredible gift he gave to other dogs.
Boomer’s story didn’t end with his passing; his memory lives on in our fight against canine cancer, and Cosmo’s legacy continues through the blood he donated and the lives he helped save."

Join Laurel in fighting cancer in dogs: http://pinkpawlove.funraise.org

03/12/2026

There are some great giveaways going on this year during our walk - gave us a great gift basket to give away! This one will be given away Saturday night. Deadline for entries is 10pm Central time.

You are automatically entered in the drawing if you register for the walk.

Join us - http://pinkpawlove.funraise.org

03/12/2026

Meet Nina - The Pink Princess!
Nina was an extremely talented Agility dog, she was also interested in rally, obedience, trick dog, conformation, and nose work! Her Mom, Dawn, and her were quite the team.
Dawn and Nina were at an agility trial and she noticed Nina "wasn't quite right." After their run, she gave Nina a massage and found a mammary tumor. Nina had surgery to remove the tumor but the cancer had spread to the lymph nodes and it was diagnosed as a high stage Lymphoma but within a month she lost the battle.
Dawn shared a great wisdom she learned while going through this battle with Nina:
"I remember looking at Nina one day and going "you can't be dying from cancer, you just can't leave me." Then I looked into her sweet eyes and I went "you are not dying from cancer, you are living with cancer."
That thought shift made a huge difference in how I was mentally able to cope with things. It is okay to feel all the emotions. The sadness, anger, and grief can seem overwhelming. Yet, as hard as it is, we can't dwell on what may or will happen. Do the research, look at your options, get a second opinion if need be, and then enjoy the time you have with your dog."
Join Dawn in the Walk/Run - Make an impact on canine cancer. Go to: http://pinkpawlove.funraise.org

03/11/2026

Some people say
“it was just a dog.”

Anyone who has loved one knows that is never true.
They were part of your routine, your comfort, your family.

When they are gone, the grief can feel overwhelming and sometimes very lonely.

There is actually a name for this experience: disenfranchised grief.

If you have ever felt this way after losing a dog, you are not alone. 🐾

Read the article here: https://wearethecure.org/disenfranchised-grief-why-losing-a-pet-can-hurt-so-deeply-and-feel-so-lonely/

Tell us your dog’s name in the comments. We would love to honor them.

03/11/2026

It's just a walk.

That's like saying - It was just a dog.

is so much more than a walk.

It's a healing experience.

It is community.

It is coming together to fight cancer in our dogs.

Join today because Together, We Are The Cure

http://pinkpawlove.funraise.org

03/10/2026

Are you and your dog working toward a title? The Walk/Run qualifies as a requirement! AND, the best part, you will be walking to fight cancer in our dogs!

Join today! http://pinkpawlove.funraise.org

03/09/2026

Joyce joined in honor of her Rocky who was lost to . She experienced the hardest part of HSA, the sudden onset followed by a loss you are not expecting. She shared his story with us:

"Rocky entered our lives on a bright autumn day by a lake in North Carolina’s Uwharrie Forest. He and his brother had been left there alone. Realizing they might have been abandoned, we chose to bring both puppies’ home. After posting ads for found puppies without any responses, we decided to keep Rocky, and I was able to find a permanent home for his brother.

Rocky quickly became part of our family from the moment he arrived, always welcoming everyone with genuine excitement. Whether he was joyfully fetching a ball outside or relaxing quietly indoors, his affection and loyalty continuously brought warmth and positivity to our lives.

We went on countless adventures together, exploring local parks and discovering new trails. Rocky especially loved sniffing everything along the path. His boundless energy brought joy to everyone he met, and his gentle nature offered comfort on tough days. Rocky’s story is filled with laughter, companionship, and unwavering love—a reminder that our pets truly become our best friends."

Join us in walking - Http://pinkpawlove.funraise.org

03/09/2026

How can walking help grief? There are so many ways it can help. It helps you shift your focus off overwhelming thoughts. Then as you get going your body releases endorphins, which have mood-boosting effects and can help combat feelings of sadness and depression. Also, if you walk with friends the social connection also brings up your mood.
All of these are great reasons to join our virtual walk -
If you have suffered a loss of your best fur friend to cancer and want to do something to defeat cancer and lift the grief then join us:
pinkpawlove.funraise.org
Register today!

03/08/2026

Congratulations to first time walker - Lisa K, Lucy's Mom and CORE Member James M for winning our beautiful journaling sets! Thank you for donating the sets !

Tune in next week to see what our prize will be at the end of the week and how you can qualify!

http://pinkpawlove.funraise.org

03/08/2026

- I did a mile today for many friends and followers dogs. Our walkers are doing an awesome job in this first week of the walk! They have raised $6000 so far! And they are raising tons of awareness by sharing their stories on social media.

- pinkpawlove.funraise.org

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13835 N Tatum Boulevard
Phoenix, AZ
85032

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https://wearethecure.org/

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