In 2004 the Estrela Mountain Dog Association of America (EMDAA) was founded in America as the Official Club of the Estrela Mountain Dog Breed. The Estrela Mountain Dog Association of America (EMDAA) proudly collaborates with both the American Kennel Club (AKC) and United Kennel Club (UKC) organizations. And is dedicated to the promotion and preservation of the Estrela Mountain Dog Breed. As the of
ficial nationwide club dedicated to this magnificent breed, the EMDAA holds a special responsibility in preserving and promoting the Estrela Mountain Dog's unique qualities. The Estrela Mountain Dog Association of America not only furthers the sport of purebred dogs, it also does all possible to bring the natural qualities of purebred Estrela Mountain Dogs to perfection. The Club promotes and protects dogs, sponsors educational programs, provides breed information, and publishes a club magazine, the EMDAA newsletter. The EMDAA has a referral service which provides information of responsible member breeders. In addition, the EMDAA also has a network of national rescue volunteers, who rescue and place EMDs in need of new homes. It is governed by a constitution & bylaws and has a code of ethics to guide member/breeder conduct. Association membership is open to all pending board approval.