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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.
Golden and Labrador Retrievers with Hip Dysplasia
Association mapping study of Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease in the West Highland White Terrier, Yorkshire Terrier, and Cairn Terrier
Genome-wide association mapping study of hypertrophic osteodystrophy in Irish Setters
The genetics of injury to the cranial cruciate ligament in Newfoundlands and related breeds of dog
Samples Needed from Giant Breeds affected by Osteosarcoma
DNA Samples Needed from Rottweilers for Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Study
Samples Needed from Poodles with confirmed Sebaceous Adenitis
Cancer Tumor Samples Needed for Canine Hereditary Cancer Consortium
DNA Samples Needed from Scotties, Westies and Shelties
Samples Needed from Havanese
*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.
Support Research
You can make contributions to support the specific areas of research that match your interests or greatest health concern.
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Your help is needed with canine health research. DNA and tissue samples are needed from healthy dogs and dogs affected by certain diseases.
