The Duke and Oliver Foundation and Pawprint Oxygen have partnered to provide lifesaving oxygen support to dogs in rescue, emergency, and critical-care situations. Together, they combine compassionate donations and innovative oxygen therapy solutions to ensure dogs in need have access to vital breathing support when every moment counts.
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In a world where the bond between humans and their canine companions runs deep, two organizations are coming together to ensure that dogs in need receive critical support when it matters most. The Duke and Oliver Foundation and Pawprint Oxygen have formed a compassionate partnership founded on a shared mission: to support the health, safety, and survival of dogs, particularly those in emergency situations.
"The Duke and Oliver Foundation is a 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to helping dogs and the people who save them."
How Does the Duke and Oliver Foundation Help?
At its heart, the Duke and Oliver Foundation is a nonprofit born out of profound love and meaningful loss. The foundation was created in honor of Duke (a rescued English Mastiff) and Oliver (a beloved Yellow Labrador) whose legacies continue to inspire a mission of generosity and support for dogs and the humans who devote themselves to rescuing and caring for them. The foundation’s core focus is helping rescue groups meet emergency needs, equipping first responders with safety supplies, supporting K-9 officers with tactical gear, and stepping in when rescuers’ own dogs face unexpected crises.
The foundation operates with a simple yet powerful belief: those who spend their lives saving others shouldn’t face emergencies alone. From funding urgent medical expenses for rescue animals to extending support during life-threatening situations, every donation fuels this life-affirming mission. The Duke and Oliver Foundation also offers a special “Pet Memory” program, which allows donors to honor beloved pets through memorial gifts that contribute to the overall cause.
What Conditions Does Emergency Oxygen Help?
Congestive heart failure (CHF): Supports oxygenation during fluid buildup and respiratory flare-ups.
Collapsed trachea: Helps reduce breathing effort during coughing or airway collapse episodes.
Chronic bronchitis: Assists pets struggling with ongoing airway inflammation and low oxygen levels.
Feline asthma: Provides rapid oxygen support during acute asthma attacks.
Pneumonia: Improves oxygen delivery when lung infection limits normal gas exchange.
Smoke inhalation: Supplies emergency oxygen after fire or smoke exposure.
Heat stroke or heat exhaustion: Supports recovery when oxygen demand increases due to overheating.
Brachycephalic airway syndrome (BOAS): Helps short-nosed breeds during respiratory distress events.
Pulmonary edema: Aids breathing when fluid accumulates in or around the lungs.
Trauma or shock: Supports oxygenation following injury, accidents, or emergency events.
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How does this partnership help dogs in emergencies?
Through this partnership, Duke and Oliver Foundation is able to donate lifesaving oxygen kits provided by Pawprint Oxygen helps to:
Support rescue groups
Assist emergency responders
Provide critical breathing support for dogs during emergencies
Who benefits most from the donated oxygen equipment?
The donated oxygen kits primarily support rescue dogs, working K-9s, and pets experiencing sudden respiratory distress, especially in situations where immediate veterinary care may be delayed.
How can pet owners support or get involved with this mission?
Pet owners can support the mission by donating to the Duke and Oliver Foundation, spreading awareness of the partnership, or choosing Pawprint Oxygen products that help extend oxygen access to dogs in need.
The Oxygen for Oliver Initiative
Enter Pawprint Oxygen, a company at the forefront of expanding access to portable, veterinarian-designed oxygen therapy for pets. Pawprint Oxygen’s products provide high-quality, portable oxygen solutions that help dogs and cats breathe safely during transport, emergency events, or while awaiting in-clinic care. These systems are used by thousands of veterinarians and pet owners nationwide, offering a cost-effective and accessible alternative to traditional full-size oxygen tanks.
While Pawprint Oxygen independently serves the pet-health market through products like rescue oxygen kits and medical-grade oxygen concentrators and chambers, its partnership with the Duke and Oliver Foundation exemplifies how corporate mission and nonprofit heart can align for greater impact. Together, they’re championing a project affectionately known as “Oxygen from Oliver.” This initiative, inspired by one of the foundation’s founding dogs, focuses on donating oxygen rescue kits directly to those who most need them, especially in rescue and emergency response settings.
Who Does The K9 Rescue Oxygen Kit Help?
This kit is designed for dogs that work and explore, including K9 officers, search and rescue, service animals, and adventure companions. When these dogs face respiratory challenges from exhaustion, trauma, or high-altitude environments, they need oxygen that's portable, reliable, and ready to go at a moment's notice.
Our kits contain everything you need to administer oxygen, including two sizes of our PureVent Pet Oxygen Mask. This product is available for purchase without the need for a prescription from your veterinarian. This kit contains 30 minutes of 99% pure oxygen. You can always add more canisters to your order if anticipate needing more oxygen.
Emergency transport support:
Provides immediate oxygen during rescue or transport when breathing is compromised.
Rescue intake stabilization:
Helps stabilize dogs with trauma, illness, or unknown medical history.
Working K-9 field use:
Supports K-9s experiencing heat stress, overexertion, or airway distress.
Post-deployment recovery:
Aids breathing and recovery after intense physical activity.
Sudden respiratory distress:
Delivers rapid oxygen for acute breathing emergencies in pets.
Disaster and emergency response:
Assists pets when veterinary access is limited or delayed.
Rural or remote care gaps:
Provides oxygen support when travel to a clinic takes time.
Pre-vet stabilization:
Helps maintain oxygen levels while awaiting veterinary care.
We're Stronger Together
Through this partnership, Pawprint Oxygen contributes product donations and support to help the Duke and Oliver Foundation deliver lifesaving oxygen kits where they matter most. Whether it’s equipping volunteer rescue teams, supporting first responders, or assisting pet owners confronting a breathing emergency, this alliance brings real-world solutions to stressful, urgent moments.
Ultimately, the collaboration between the Duke and Oliver Foundation and Pawprint Oxygen reflects a deeply shared value: every dog deserves the chance to breathe, recover, and thrive. When compassionate philanthropy meets innovative pet health technology, the result is hope, and sometimes, even a second chance at life.
Intrested in getting Involved? Get in touch.
Interested in discussing a possible partnership with your organization and Pawprint Oxygen? We'd love to chat! Shoot us an email below and let's see what we can achieve together.
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