Admittedly, I’m not too big of a drinker, but I do enjoy an occasional cocktail. While I tend to like alarmingly sweet drinks, I usually don’t have a preference for the type of alcohol I’m consuming. However, I am keener on liquor brands that help out pups in need. 

Without further ado, here are some awesome alcohol companies that give back to the dog community. 

Tito’s Vodka

While Tito’s Vodka is known for being a high-quality liquor, many might not be aware that the company has been dedicated to helping out dogs in need even before the brand found mainstream success. During the company’s humble beginnings, the brand’s founder Bert Butler “Tito” Beveridge II’s distillery consisted of a shack in South-East Austin, where his loyal dog, Dogjo, a shepherd mix, was both his dear friend and protector. Soon, however, Dogjo’s dog food brought in local strays, many of which were not in the best of shape. Tito did what he could and proceeded to feed and clean up the pooches when he was able. 

During a 2020 interview on the Woof Life Show, Tito’s Vodka for Dog People’s program manager, Beth Bellanti, shared that the company is focused on “paying it forward” and Emancipet is one of the company’s “legacy beneficiaries.” The nonprofit has been able to “[expand] to seven clinics.” In addition, they hold a school for “any other rescue or clinics to learn a really efficient, amazing business model for [spaying and neutering].”

If you are interested in helping Tito’s fight the good fight head over to https://www.titosvodka.com/dogs/ and purchase Tito’s merchandise made just for dogs, such as leashes and toys shaped like vodka bottles. 100% of their proceeds go directly to a non-profit that they have partnered with, including Emancipet.  

Copper Dog Whisky

If you are a fan of whiskey and dogs, look no further than Copper Dog. The brand, which offers Speyside blended malt scotch whiskey, has given $200,000 of its proceeds to nonprofits like Animal Haven New York, Austin Pet! Alive, Jacksonville Humane Society, and Pasadena Humane.  

 Viva XXXII

According to the Thrillest, Viva XXXII “donates 10 percent of [its] profits” to organizations that ensure the safety of animals.   

Chateau La Paws 

Dog-lovers who enjoy a glass of wine or two may be interested in purchasing a bottle from Chateau La Paws. Each wine bottle label is adorned with the face of a precious shelter pup. The company also features adoptable furry friends on its website.   

Rescue Dog Wines

Like Chateau La Paws, Rescue Dogs Wines is known for its delicious wine and super cute labels. The brand’s founders, Laura Lott and Blair Lott, are committed to donating half of the company’s profits to various dog-centered organizations, per the Rescue Dogs Wines’ website.