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Research
The AKC Canine Health Foundation rigorously tracks the tangible outcomes of our funded research. To date, the AKC Canine Health Foundation has contributed to over 100 peer-reviewed publications in both veterinary journals and journals with broad biomedical community readership. Original projects funded by the AKC Canine Health Foundation are cited or “used” by another investigator to make strides in the area of study more than 340 times.
2013 Research Grants Announced
The AKC Canine Health Foundation is proud to announce approval of 17 research grants to 13 research institutions. These grants, totaling more than $1.7 million, will provide better treatments, more accurate diagnosis, and a deeper understanding of the causes of disease.
Success Stories
In scientific research progess is measured in small steps. However, collectively the research funded by the AKC Canine Health Foundation is making a real difference in the lives of dogs.
Researcher Profiles
We are funding researchers who are widely regarded as the top experts in their fields of study as well as the up and coming scientific leaders of tomorrow.
Grant Application Process
We award grants to scientists that concern the origins of canine illness, diagnosis of canine diseases, developments of effective treatments and the identification of disease prevention strategies.
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You can make contributions to support the specific areas of research that match your interests or greatest health concern.
Participation Needed
Your help is needed with canine health research. DNA and tissue samples are needed from healthy dogs and dogs affected by certain diseases.
