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Canine Health Information Center (CHIC) DNA Repository

The CHIC DNA Repository, co-sponsored by the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) and the AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), collects and stores canine DNA samples along with corresponding genealogic and phenotypic information to facilitate future research and testing aimed at reducing the incidence of inherited disease in dogs. DNA samples from any purebred dog may be submitted at anytime. Researchers may then access these samples to be included in their canine health studies. Learn more at the CHIC website.

Canine Comparative Oncology and Genomics Consortium (CCOGC)

The CCOGC collects tissues and fluids from dogs with specific cancer types following strict SOPs. These procedures ensure all samples are of high quality and can be used consistently across multiple research projects. The samples are assessable to any research project with scientific merit. You can learn more about CCOGC and find a collection site near you at the CCOGC website.

Clinical Trials

If your dog has recently been diagnosed with a disease, there may be a clinical trial in your area investigating a treatment for that disease. Enrolling in a clinical trial brings with it a commitment to follow through on therapies and testing. The benefits can include access to cutting edge medicine and the chance to help future generations of dogs. Resources for finding clinical trials.

Individual Research Projects

The below list of projects need participation and have contacted CHF for assistance. Search for a study by the below criteria to narrow the selection. More information may be obtained by selecting an individual project.

Research Area:
Breed:
Type:

Healthy Terriers, Spaniels and Poodles for Activity Level Study

05/15/2013

Breed(s): Bedlington Terrier, Border Terrier, Boston Terrier, Cairn Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Cesky Terrier, Cocker Spaniel, Dandie Dinmont Terrier, English Cocker Spaniel, English Toy Spaniel, Fox Terrier, Glen of Imaal Terrier, Irish Terrier, Jack Russell Terrier, Lakeland Terrier, Miniature Bull Terrier, Miniature Poodle, Mixed Breeds, Norfolk Terrier, Norwich Terrier, Parson Russell Terrier, Russell Terrier, Scottish Terrier, Sealyham Terrier, Silky Terrier, Skye Terrier, Smooth Fox Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Sussex Spaniel, Tibetan Spaniel, Tibetan Terrier, Toy Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier

Study Type: Clinical Study

Study Location: North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine

Joint Angle Study of Labradors and German Shepherds

04/17/2013

Breed(s): German Shepherd Dog, Labrador Retriever

Study Type: Clinical Study

Study Location: North Carolina State University

Identifying What Attracts Ticks to Dogs

04/17/2013

Breed(s): Beagle, Cocker Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, Greyhound, Labrador Retriever

Disease(s): Ticks

Study Type: Tissue Sample

Study Location: University of Florida

Dogs with Chronic Inflammatory Bowel Disease

04/17/2013

Breed(s): -All Dogs

Disease(s): Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Study Type: Clinical Study

Study Location: Multiple study sites (see study description)

Dogs with Leptospirosis

02/15/2013

Breed(s): -All Dogs

Disease(s): Leptospirosis

Study Type: Blood Sample

Study Location: University of California-Davis

American Gut Project

12/26/2012

Breed(s): -All Dogs

Study Type: DNA Sample

Study Location: Multi-Institution

Boxers and French Bulldogs with Granulomatous Colitis and Healthy Boxers and French Bulldogs

05/30/2012

Breed(s): Boxer, French Bulldog

Disease(s): Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Study Type: DNA Sample

Study Location: Cornell University

DNA Samples from Cleft Lip/Palate Affected Dogs and Relatives

05/30/2012

Disease(s): Cleft Palate

Study Type: DNA Sample

Study Location: University of California, Davis School of Veterinary Medicine

Clinical Trial for Experimental Therapeutic to Prevent Diabetic Cataracts

04/23/2012

Breed(s): All Dogs

Disease(s): Cataracts

Study Type: Clinical Study

Study Location: 4 Locations

Dogs with Immune Mediated Polyarthropathy

03/15/2012

Breed(s): All Dogs

Disease(s): Immune-Mediated Rheumatic Disease

Study Type: Clinical Study

Study Location: University of Wisconsin, Madison

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*The AKC Canine Health Foundation ensures studies are Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) approved and provide standard informed owner consent information before publicizing requests for participation. Not all projects listed are funded by the AKC Canine Health Foundation and the inclusion of information about studies does not necessarily imply a recommendation for participation. This list is provided as a service to dog owners and breeders.

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