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FeaturedCanine Health

Sunlight for House Dogs

Many people keep their dogs as housedogs. This is emotionally preferable, but dogs need sunlight, and keeping them indoors 24/7 is unhealthy.

Barbara Andrews·January 13, 2023·4 min read

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AKC Canine Health Foundation

American Kennel Club (AKC)

AKC Canine Health Foundation Celebrates $3.4 Million in Awarded Research in 2022

The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), announces another successful year awarding canine health research grants and educational programs.

December 28, 20222 min read

AKC Canine Health Foundation Recognizes 2022 Leaders in Canine Health

AKC Canine Health Foundation

American Kennel Club (AKC)

AKC Canine Health Foundation Recognizes 2022 Leaders in Canine Health

The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), recognizes the 2022 leaders in canine health with their annual awards. Read more.

December 19, 20222 min read

AKC Canine Health Foundation Awards 2023 Clinician-Scientist Fellowships

AKC Canine Health Foundation

American Kennel Club (AKC)

AKC Canine Health Foundation Awards 2023 Clinician-Scientist Fellowships

The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the health of all dogs, awards four Clinician-Scientist Fellowships for 2023.

December 9, 20222 min read

Histotripsy, veterinarian vaccinating dog in vet clinic

Sharon M. Albright, DVM, CCRT

Canine Health

Progress Continues in the Development of a New Treatment for Canine Bone Cancer

With funding from the AKCCHF, investigators are studying a new, non-surgical treatment option for canine osteosarcoma known as histotripsy.

December 8, 20222 min read

veterinary students at the 36th Annual Wine Country Circuit Dog Show

Agility

Vet Students Get Hands-On Experience at Local Dog Show

Veterinary Medicine students participated in the 36th Annual Wine Country Circuit Dog Show, held September 29 – October 1, 2022.

November 18, 20224 min read

dogs decontamination Hound search dog

Sharon M. Albright, DVM, CCRT

Canine Health

The Low Down on the Wipe Down for Working Dogs

This study provides important objective data on the best decontamination procedures for working dogs exposed to hazardous substances.

November 14, 20223 min read

Breed genetic problem featured image: Miniature Bull Terrier laying outdoors in the fall

Barbara Andrews

Canine Health

Bad-Fad Genetics

Informing potential owners about breed virtues is great, but what about genetic problems vital to advancing every purebred dog breed?

November 13, 20224 min read

Japanese Chin Health

Preventive Medicine

Japanese Chin Health

The Japanese Chin breed-specific list in the article represents the basic health screening recommendations. It is not all-encompassing.

October 20, 20221 min read

Belgian Tervuren

Sharon M. Albright, DVM, CCRT

Canine Health

The Genetics of Idiopathic Epilepsy in the Belgian Sheepdog and Belgian Tervuren

Idiopathic epilepsy is the most common medical neurologic disorder in dogs. It is defined as seizures with no identifiable cause. Learn more.

October 17, 20222 min read

USDA Breeder holding 4 puppies

American Kennel Club (AKC)

USDA Breeder Licensing – Why ‘Teachable Moments’ Matter

Educational programs and teachable moments helped 96% of USDA pet breeder licensees comply with AWA regulations. Read more!

October 16, 20225 min read

AKC Canine Health Foundation Announces Matching Funds for Canine Cancer Research

AKC Canine Health Foundation

American Kennel Club (AKC)

AKC Canine Health Foundation Announces Matching Funds for Canine Cancer Research

The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the health of all dogs, announces matching funds for canine cancer research.

October 5, 20222 min read

Granulomatous meningoencephalitis in dogs

Susan Ritenour | Happi Daze Chihuahuas

Canine Health

“FANCY THAT” – For the Love of Gabby

Granulomatous Meningoencephalitis is an acute, progressive inflammatory disease of the central nervous system of dogs. Learn more.

September 27, 20226 min read

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