Articles & Newsletters
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:
Articles Available for Download (PDF)
Discoveries - the award-winning newsletter of the AKC Canine Health Foundation, published quarterly.
e-Newsletter - view the archives of our e-Newsletter
Canine Health Articles
Leptospirosis Information for Dog Owners November 1, 2017
Learn more about this infectious disease
GCH Whitland One for the Money TD MH22 “Cash” July 1, 2017
Meet Cash. He is our featured dog for the month of July in the 2017 Champions for Canine Health Calendar.
Canine Brucellosis Update June 21, 2017
Canine brucellosis is a reproductive disease caused by the bacterium Brucella canis (B. canis), which can cause infertility, abortion, and severe spinal infections in dogs.
Am./Can. Ch. Indian Bend Too Hot To Handle "Rodney" June 1, 2017
Meet Rodney. He's our featured dog for the month of June in the 2017 Champions for Canine Health Calendar.
GCH Teritails Loyal Knight May 1, 2017
Meet Percy, our May 2017 featured dog.
Canine Health Resources Available for Download (PDF)
BRUCELLA CANIS — Infection Emerging as a Reproductive Disease Across the U.S. September 1, 2008
This article is about the increasing prevalence of canine brucellosis, how to recognize it and testing needed in order to prevent further spread of this silent and serious disease.
Oral Disease Considered Common Problem in Chihuahuas June 1, 2008
The importance of oral health, provides tips on how to brush your dog's teeth and provides information on the vaccine for periodontal disease.
Canine Melanoma Vaccine Shows Promising Results June 1, 2008
How the canine melanoma vaccine works and how it is helping to increase the lifespan of dogs diagnosed with melanoma.
Canine Phenome Project Enhances Genetic Testing June 1, 2008
The Canine Phenome Project at the University of Missouri, the benefits, and the participation by Dalmatian owners.
Research Focuses on Lupoid Dermatosis in German Shorthaired Pointers June 1, 2008
Research being done to uncover the genetic cause of the skin disease Lupoid Dermatosis in German Shorthaired Pointers.
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