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The AKC Canine Health Foundation Library is a comprehensive list of all the canine health articles available on this website. You can search for an article by research area or breed. The information is divided into four sections:
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Canine Health Articles
A Better Option for Diagnosing Ovarian Remnant Syndrome August 23, 2019
Thanks to funding from the AKC Canine Health Foundation, a better testing option has been described for canine ovarian remnant syndrome.
A One Health Approach to Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinoses July 15, 2019
CHF-funded researchers are studying a class of rare, fatal disorders of the nervous system called neuronal ceroid lipofuscinoses (NCL). The knowledge gained may help dogs and people affected by this devastating disease.
The Effects of Aging and Cryopreservation on Canine Semen Quality July 1, 2019
Thanks to AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF) funding, researchers are exploring the effects of age and sperm characteristics on fertility.
Regenerative Medicine for Canine Cartilage Disorders June 3, 2019
Regenerative medicine uses the body’s own cells and proteins to promote healing and may be used to treat tendon and ligament injuries, spinal conditions, and osteoarthritis in dogs.
Researching the Cause of Gallbladder Mucocele in Dogs June 1, 2019
Gallbladder mucocele formation in dogs is an emerging and deadly disease. CHF and its donors remain committed to finding answers about this disease to inform better treatment and prevention strategies.
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Hypoglycemia Requires Quick Intervention in Toy and Small Breeds June 1, 2009
The signs of hypoglycemia and how to react to hypoglycemic attack in dogs.
Breeders Should Select Against Cockers with Inherited Eye Diseases June 1, 2009
The tools that are available to help breeders reduce and prevent the inherited eye diseses glaucoma, progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) and cataracts.
Genetic Diseases Are Unique to Three Varieties of Poodle June 1, 2009
The differences in genetic diseases depending on the size variety of the poodle breed.
Hypothyroidism Testing Is Important in Making Breeding Decisions June 1, 2009
The symptoms, tests and breeding considerations for hypothyroidism.
Discovering Inherited Adult-Onset Deafness in Border Collies June 1, 2009
The condition of adult-onset deafness in dogs and the work being done to find the genetic cause of the condition. Information on the BAER hearing test is also included.
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