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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
AKC Canine Health Foundation Funded Study of 9/11 Search and Rescue Dogs Enters its Fourteenth Year November 24, 2015
A long-term medical surveillance study which has followed the search and rescue dogs of 9/11 enters its fourteenth year. The study, conducted by Dr. Cindy Otto of the University of Pennsylvania Penn Vet Working Dog Center and funded by the AKC Canine Health Foundation has followed the health and behavior of the 9/11 dogs since October 2001.
Cancer in Dogs Helps to Inform Human Disease September 18, 2015
AKC Canine Health Foundation contributes funding to research linked to discovering new treatment options to benefit both dogs and humans.
Assembling a Simple, 20-Piece Canine First Aid Kit May 29, 2015
Accidents happen. Having a canine first aid kit will enable you to respond to and treat common canine injuries and ailments.
Your Impact: Near-Infrared Fluorescence Imaging Identifies Residual Cancer During Surgery to Remove Sarcomas May 29, 2015
Surgery is the most effective method to treat solid tumors. Local recurrences happen when tumor cells are left in the wound during surgery. Learn how near-infrared (NIR) fluorescence imaging is being used to identify cancer and cancer cells remaining in surgical incisions.
Your Impact: Extending the Lives of Dogs with Melanoma May 22, 2015
Even with aggressive therapy, the median survival time for canine melanoma is less than one year. Learn how your support is making a difference.
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THE Dental Vaccine: A New Breakthrough in the Fight Against Periodontal Disease September 1, 2007
This article is about a new dental vaccine that is a preventive measure to periodontal disease.
Research Focuses on Genetic Cause of Pigmentary Uveitis in Goldens July 1, 2007
Research being conducted on pigmentary uveitis with the goal of developing a genetic test for the eye disease.
Research of Cystinuria in Bulldogs Looks for Genetic Cause July 1, 2007
Research by Paula Henthorn on cystinuria in bulldogs and other dog breeds. The goal of this research is to develop a genetic test for the disease.
Researchers Begin to Study Patent Ductus Arteriosus in Poodles July 1, 2007
An overview of a congenital heart disease known as patent ductus arteriosus (PDA), how test for it and what it means for breeders.
Researchers Study Genetic Basis of Bloat in High-Risk Breeds July 1, 2007
An overview of Gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV), commonly called canine bloat, how to recognize the condition, and research being done on bloat.
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