Articles & Newsletters
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 award-winning newsletter of the AKC Canine Health Foundation, published quarterly.
e-Newsletter - view the archives of our e-Newsletter
Canine Health Articles
A Better Option for Diagnosing Ovarian Remnant Syndrome August 23, 2019
Thanks to funding from the AKC Canine Health Foundation, a better testing option has been described for canine ovarian remnant syndrome.
A One Health Approach to Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinoses July 15, 2019
CHF-funded researchers are studying a class of rare, fatal disorders of the nervous system called neuronal ceroid lipofuscinoses (NCL). The knowledge gained may help dogs and people affected by this devastating disease.
The Effects of Aging and Cryopreservation on Canine Semen Quality July 1, 2019
Thanks to AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF) funding, researchers are exploring the effects of age and sperm characteristics on fertility.
Regenerative Medicine for Canine Cartilage Disorders June 3, 2019
Regenerative medicine uses the body’s own cells and proteins to promote healing and may be used to treat tendon and ligament injuries, spinal conditions, and osteoarthritis in dogs.
Researching the Cause of Gallbladder Mucocele in Dogs June 1, 2019
Gallbladder mucocele formation in dogs is an emerging and deadly disease. CHF and its donors remain committed to finding answers about this disease to inform better treatment and prevention strategies.
Canine Health Resources Available for Download (PDF)
AKC CHF-funded Oncology Research Publications 23Apr2019 April 25, 2019
Publications resulting from CHF-funded oncology grants as of 4/23/19.
Dog Update - Glaucoma Research Spring 2019 April 15, 2019
Learn about CHF-funded research on canine glaucoma in this issue of Purina ProPlan's DOG Update.
Boxer Update - Effect of Bartonellosis April 5, 2019
Spring 2019 Boxer Update: The effect of Bartonellosis on Boxers susceptible to endocarditis.
Poodle Epilepsy Research - Genetics & Innovative Treatments are Key March 19, 2019
Read about three studies funded through the AKC Canine Health Foundation's Epilepsy Research Initiative in this Spring 2019 edition of Purina's Poodle Update.
AKC Canine Health Foundation-The Ohio State University Canine Leptospirosis Posters 2018 December 26, 2018
Two poster presentations from The Ohio State University on Canine Leptospirosis. Funding provided by the AKC Canine Health Foundation.
Discoveries
The award-winning print newsletter of the AKC Canine Health Foundation. Providing in-depth information on canine health research and education.
Discoveries Issue 48 - Spring 2014 May 1, 2014
Includes topics about using science to reduce surrenders in shelters, pet cancer awareness month, hypothyroidism research, epilepsy research and new treatment to target cancer stem cells.
Discoveries Issue 47 February 1, 2014
Include topics on the Value of Partnership in the New Economy; funding for New ACORN Grants; CHF working to find the Cause of Bloat; and 2014 Clinician Scientist Fellowships Awardees.
2013 Fall Discoveries - Issue 46 November 1, 2013
Includes topics such as: New 2014 Oak Grant Funding, Dr. Kathryn Meurs awarded the Asa Mays Excellence award, CHF to receive proceeds from the 2014 WKC poster and more!
Discoveries Issue 46 November 1, 2013
Includes article topics such as New Canine Health Research funding, CHF received proceeds for the 2014 WKC Poster sales, Dr. Kathryn Meurs awarded Asa Mays Excellence in Canine Health Research award, and much more
Discoveries Issue 45 July 1, 2013
Includes topics on the importance of persistence in canine health research; update on our Bloat Initiative; and our recently released webinar on regenerative medicine.
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