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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
Nutrition Can Help Improve the Effect of Cognitive Dysfunction in Older Dogs October 7, 2014
How a diet specially formulated for older dogs can positively impact their cognitive function.
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) October 7, 2014
Learn more about how you can support research to help dogs diagnosed with IBD.
Canine Hemangiosarcoma Research October 7, 2014
Learn more about how your donation can help find better treatments for canine hemangiosarcoma and increase survival rates for our beloved dogs.
Proper Conditioning Helps Active Older Dogs Stay Healthy & Well September 16, 2014
Senior dogs whose owners closely monitor their weight and keep them active and properly conditioned are shining examples of how growing older can be a healthy progression of life.
Optimal Nutrition for Senior Dogs Starts with Avoiding Obesity September 9, 2014
From a dietary perspective, preventing obesity is the most important thing an owner can do to promote a dog’s health and well-being.
Canine Health Resources Available for Download (PDF)
Researchers Continue to Learn More about Von Willebrand's Disease July 1, 2007
The tests available for Von Willebrand's Disease and how to use them.
Alopecia X Researchers Study "Mystery Skin Disease" July 1, 2007
The mystery skin disease Alopecia X and research done on the disease.
Researchers Study PPS Cataracts in Rottweilers July 1, 2007
Research looking for the mode of inheritance for cataracts.
Researcher Aims to Establish New Surgical Protocol for Chylothorax July 1, 2007
Chylothorax, a disease in which a fatty fluid called chyle accumulates in the chest cavity, current treatment options and the new surgical treatments being investigated.
Researchers Study Treatment & Genetics of Canine Bladder Cancer July 1, 2007
Signs of bladder cancer as well as updates on research to improve bladder cancer treatment options.
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