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Library
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 print newsletter of the AKC Canine Health Foundation
e-Barks - view the archives of the AKC Canine Health Foundation e-Newsletter
Canine Health Articles
Liposomal Clondronate as a Treatment for Malignant Histiocytosis February 1, 2012
Because of its devastating effects on a number of highly loved dog breeds, the AKC Canine Health Foundation sponsors a great deal of research on the diagnosis and treatment of malignant histiocytosis. One such study, initiated by scientists at Colorado State University, has identified a potentially useful new therapeutic option – liposomal clondronate.
Malignant Histiocytosis - Counting Copies January 23, 2012
By looking for DNA copy number aberrations in dogs with histiocytic cancers – genes that express abnormally few or far too many copies – researchers have begun to identify some of the genetic factors that may be putting dogs, and people, at risk.
AKC Canine Health Foundation names Dr. Shila Nordone Chief Scientific Officer January 10, 2012
The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), the most highly regarded organization funding sound, scientific research exclusively for dogs, is pleased to announce the appointment of Shila Nordone, Ph.D., as its Chief Scientific Officer (CSO).
Improving Treatments for Atypical Hyperadrenocorticism January 9, 2012
Researchers at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville have looked at a treatment that could effectively help dogs with the atypical form of hyperadrenocorticism. Working with cultured human adrenal tumor cells, since canine cell lines aren’t available, they have identified a combination of two compounds – melatonin and lignan – which in preliminary studies looks like they might be able to bring many cases of atypical hyperadrenocorticism under control.
Musladin-Leuke Syndrome January 2, 2012
Musladin-Leuke Syndrome (MLS), previously known as Chinese Beagle Syndrome, is a genetic disease in Beagles that affects the development and structure of connective tissue. It involves multiple body systems, including bone, heart, skin and muscle.
Canine Health Resources Available for Download (PDF)
Alliances Between AKC Clubs and Veterinary Schools Prove to Have Great Rewards for Both July 21, 2010
This article is about The Atlanta Kennel Club's positive experience in partnering with the University of Georgia School of Veterinary Medicine for over twenty years.
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency May Have Complex Inheritance Pattern May 1, 2010
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency and ongoing research on the genetic cause of the disease.
Getting Smart About Cancer: How to Achieve an Accurate Diagnosis April 1, 2010
How cancer is diagnosed and what a dog owner can expect if you find a lump on your dog.
ARVC Gene Mutation Discovery Gives Breeders Another Testing Tool April 1, 2010
The breakthrough discovery of the gene mutation that causes arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy (ARVC) in Boxers and the genetic test now available to breeders. ARVC is a heart disease that can cause sudden death without any warning.
Breeders Are Encouraged to Health Test for Patellar Luxation April 1, 2010
A description of patellar luxation and the available health tests for the orthopedic disease.
Discoveries
The print newsletter of the AKC Canine Health Foundation
Discoveries Issue 39 January 2, 2012
Include articles on Intervertebral disk disease (IVDD), Posture in your dog and why we should care, and Musladin-Leuke Syndrome in the Beagle.
Discoveries Issue 38 October 1, 2011
Article topics include Blastomycosis, Acupuncture for Dogs and Congenital Hypothyroidism with Goiter in the Toy Fox Terrier and Rat Terrier.
Discoveries Issue 38 October 1, 2011
Includes Articles on Blastomycosis, Acupuncture for Dogs, Congenital Hypothyroidism with Goiter in Toy Fox Terrier and Rat Terrier, and Terence E. Block receives President's Award.
Discoveries Issue 37 July 1, 2011
Article topics include Atopic Dermatitis and Pyruvate Dehyrogenase Phosphate 1 (PDP1) Deficiency.
Discoveries Issue 36 April 1, 2011
Article topics include dangerous mushrooms for canines, noise phobia, the "mean seeds" study, hereditary cataract in French Bulldogs and remembering Stephanie Katz BC-DMT.
Listen to the Latest Podcast
Coat Color Genetics
In this edition of Genome Barks we hear from Dayna Dreger, a Ph. D. student at the University of Saskatchewan. Dreger discusses agouti signaling proteins (ASIP) and how testing for agouti alleles offers breeders / owners the opportunity to determine possible coat color outcomes from specific matings.
This podcast was made possible thanks to the generous support of the Kenneth A. Scott Charitable Trust, a KeyBank Trust.
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