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Research Outcome: 02248: Identification of a Novel Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy Gene and Its Underlying Disease Mechanism March 27, 2017

Researchers have identified a new gene linked to juvenile epilepsy in dogs. Finding this gene defect has important implications for understanding epilepsy, and could help treat epilepsy in both dogs and humans.

‘I feel it in my gut’ – an unexpected relationship between gut bacteria and brain disease in dogs March 20, 2017

Summary of a recent CHF-sponsored paper published in PLOS One: ‘The Association of Specific Constituents of the Fecal Microbiota with Immune-Mediated Brain Disease in Dogs’.

BIS BISS GCH Brywood Heluva Ride March 1, 2017

Meet Toodles, our March 2017 featured dog.

AKC Canine Health Foundation Awards First Research Grant Through the Comparative Brain Tumor Consortium with the National Cancer Institute February 27, 2017

The AKC Canine Health Foundation is pleased to announce that it has awarded the first research grant through the Comparative Brain Tumor Consortium (CBTC). The CBTC was launched at the National Institutes of Health by a group of clinicians and investigators in the fields of veterinary and human neuro-oncology, clinical trials, neuropathology, and drug development.

Research Spotlight: Degenerative Myelopathy February 22, 2017

Learn how your investment is making an impact on Degenerative Myelopathy.

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Researchers Seek Gene Mutation for Primary Glaucoma in Bouviers June 1, 2008

The types of glaucoma, the signs of glaucoma and research being done to find the genetic cause and develop a genetic test for the disease.

Breed Health Survey Aims to Identify Key Concerns June 1, 2008

The Labrador Retriever Club's Health Survey, the survey questions and the goals of the survey.

Tracheal Hypoplasia Requires Proper Management June 1, 2008

The condition Tracheal Hypoplasia and how to manage it.

Research Focuses on Genetic Basis of Perianal Fistula June 1, 2008

The signs of perianal fistula, research on the disease and advice for disease management.

Hypothyroidism Is Difficult to Diagnose; Regular Testing Recommended June 1, 2008

A list of signs to help recognize hypothyroidism and the tests used to diagnose the disease.

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