Bowowz

Bowowz pet treats was established in 2017 by myself, Kevin Driessen. For the past 20+ years I have worked in the retail meat market industry and loved every minute of it. I have worked in grocery stores and meat markets. You could say I’m a “foodie” and one of my favorite parts of my job has been talking with customers about what they want to feed their family. Talking about recipes and how to prepare and cook their food and then seeing them return to me time and time again. I made the transition into the pet food industry by chance when I was looking for an opportunity to work closer to home because my family needed me more at home. I took a position as pet food manager at a production facility because it would offer me the flexibility my family needed at that time.

Growing up, my family always had dogs. When Kate and I started our family, we knew that pets were going to be a part of that plan. I love seeing my kids care for and play with our dogs Gizmo and Ryder. Sometimes they are the highlight of my day when I arrive home and they are so happy to greet me. I love my dogs and I love that my treats are the best I can give them. I’ve always wanted to start my own business and I’m proud of the product that I’ve chosen. Gizmo and Ryder are happy to always have a ready supply of tasty treats and who knew they’d be celebrities! You can see their faces on my logo. They don’t normally wear glasses; that’s just my quirky sense of humor! Thank you for your interest and support in Bowowz, I hope your four legged “kids” enjoy!

Woof & Meow Packs

Want to help a dog (and family) in need? Here is how you can help with our Woof & Meow Packs.

Our Events

Learn more about our events and what we do with our fundraising money – keeping it local for the most impact.

Get Involved

We are a volunteer organization that supports canine cancer and research. Learn how you can get involved.

Resources

Links for support group information, as well as books and articles on anticipating the loss of your pet, and other resources.

What Others Are Saying

"Czar’s Promise has given me the invaluable gift of time, of another morning of snuggles, and another long evening walk. There is nothing more precious or worthy of cherishing than our time with loved ones, and I cannot convey how much this will forever mean to me. From the depths of my heart, I thank you all at Czar’s Promise."

—Kathleen Thompson—

"I have been through the unbearable pain of losing my precious Goldendoodle, Gryffindor to canine cancer and find comfort in knowing 'Czar's Promise' will provide that much-needed education, funding, and support to those in our local community. It honors all those who have lost loved ones to cancer, and those who may be experiencing that hurt and uncertainty. Czar's Promise will be there to let others know you are not alone and provides a rainbow of hope for the future!"

—Christine Kober—

"When I found a small toe mass on my 3 year old, running partner Rogue’s foot that was confirmed Malignant and Aggressive Digital Melanoma, I was devastated and confused. Although the cancer diagnosis was incomprehensible, the excellent care, counsel and treatment we received from Dr. Shiu, Dr. Singh, and the entire care team gave us more than we expected...no more cancer! I am so happy that we have our very own refreshingly local support group, Czar’ Promise to continue awareness, education, and promote healthy lifestyles for people and their pets who have been touched by cancer. Thank you for what you're doing."

—Dr. Laura Oxley, Healthy Pet—

"Brady and I were fortunate to have the BEST veterinary oncology team in our own back yard. Through our terrible journey that was Osteosarcoma, Brady and I made life long friends, and I am blessed to be part of an organization that is so personal and important to me and doing remarkable work. Brady touched so many lives all over the world and was an inspiration to all that knew him. To Dr. Shiu, his staff, Beth Viney and everyone at Czar's Promise, thank you! I love you all!"

—Melanie Powers—

"When my Sammy was diagnosed with Osteosarcoma, I thought my world would end. I was terrified and felt hopeless. The Czar's Promise family understood it all. I had people to talk with who understood my journey like nobody else did. And they helped me process through Sammy's treatment options so I could make the best choices for her and our family."

—Dana Zurbuchen—

Inspiring Hope. Funding Research.

Our mission, the first in our country with three key areas of impact, is a unique approach to helping companion animals in their cancer journey, while funding companion animal and pediatric cancer research to help find a cure.

Financial, educational and emotional support for families whose canines and felines have been diagnosed with cancer and receiving treatment

Grant funding for pediatric cancer research at UW Health Kids – American Family Children’s Hospital, Madison, WI

Grant funding for companion animal cancer research at University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine, Madison, WI

Czar's Promise is a 501 (c)(3) organization, #47-2163857