Sam Sikkenga is artist, veterinary technician, and mom to Hero, Remy (#2705.) Every year, the 3000 Strong Community of Heroes Facebook group does a secret Santa gift exchange. This painting, by Sam, was inspired by Hero Max (#2915.) The original 7 x 5 inch gouache painting was gifted to his mom.

This fundraising page can be used to donate directly to the study through the "Donate" button on this page. It will also track donations collected from sales of hand embellished, signed, and numbered, giclée prints of "Max in the Midwest Winter."

If you would like to purchase a print, please visit Sam's art page: samsikkengaart.bigcartel.com

Thank you for your support of the artist and this important cause!

The Morris Animal Foundation Golden Retriever Lifetime Study is one of the largest, most comprehensive prospective canine health studies in the United States. The Study’s purpose is to identify the nutritional, environmental, lifestyle and genetic risk factors for cancer and other diseases in dogs. Each year, with the help of veterinarians and dog owners, the Foundation collects health, environmental and behavioral data on 3,000+ enrolled golden retrievers. Please help me support advancing the health of dogs everywhere by contributing to my fundraiser and sharing this page with your friends and family. Every dollar we raise will advance this great cause!