Sep. 4, 2009 (Business Wire) -- Build-A-Bear Workshop® is pleased to introduce the Portuguese Water Dog, an All-American stuffed animal friend. The Portuguese Water Dog is the newest addition to the Bearemy’s Kennel Pals® collection and is available starting September 4 at Build-A-Bear Workshop stores and online at buildabear.com®.
For a limited time, when Guests purchase the Portuguese Water Dog ($22) from September 4 through 6, Build-A-Bear Workshop will double the donation to The Build-A-Bear Workshop Bear Hugs Foundation. The company will donate $2 from the sale of each Portuguese Water Dog friend to the Foundation to support domestic pets across America. Since 2004, the Foundation has granted more than $3 million to support animal shelters, stray pet rescues and rehabilitation organizations and educational programs which promote animal welfare.
“Portuguese Water Dogs have star-quality and are recognized as being brave and loyal pets,” said Maxine Clark, founder and chief executive bear of Build-A-Bear Workshop. “When Guests make their own Portuguese Water Dog at Build-A-Bear Workshop, they will not only make a new best friend that embodies the same qualities as this loveable breed, but they will help real pets across America.”
The commitment to support domestic pets is part of a comprehensive giving strategy that has been in place since Build-A-Bear Workshop opened its first store in 1997. In the company’s 12-year history it has donated over $20 million to organizations that support families, children, animals and the environment, including the donation of thousands of stuffed animals to comfort children in need.
Build-A-Bear Workshop is also introducing a parade of essentials to accessorize this patriotic pooch including:
- A star-spangled American Flag Leash & Collar Set ($6)
- The Dog Constitution proclaiming, “We The Dogs” ($2)
- An American Flag Bandana ($3)
As an added bonus Guests can continue their new friendship adventure at home for free at buildabearville.com®. When Guests bring their Portuguese Water Dog to life online they will receive free virtual gifts including a virtual Portuguese Water Dog, Bear Bills®, an extra room for their Cub Condo™ and a rain gear set for their online character.
About the Build-A-Bear Workshop Bear Hugs Foundation
The Build-A-Bear Workshop Bear Hugs Foundation is committed to making life more bearable for children, families and pets, in need of a helping paw.
