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Canine Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation Residency Program
This program trains specialists who focus on the unique needs of athletic and working dogs, as well as those in need of rehabilitation.
Read MoreAmerican Kennel Club/AKC Canine Health Foundation Announce 2026 Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation Residency Program Recipient
MEDIA CONTACT:Trent BrownCommunity & Public Relations DirectorAKC Canine Health FoundationE-mail: trent.brown@akcchf.orgPhone: (919) 334-4029 News Release For Immediate Release Raleigh, NC (September 10, 2025) – The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), in collaboration with the American Kennel Club (AKC), announces the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine as a recipient of the second annual AKC/AKC […]
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Canine Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation Residency Program This program supports the residency training of veterinarians seeking to attain board certification in the field of canine sports medicine and rehabilitation through the American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation (ACVSMR). Request for Proposal Application Guidelines Selection Process Funding Elgibility Grant Reporting Requirements Purpose of this […]
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A New Era in Canine Sports Medicine
CHF Launches Groundbreaking Residency Program to Train the Specialists Our Dogs Deserve Like human athletes, dogs who compete in sports, work in the field, or serve on the front lines—from agility champions to search-and-rescue heroes, TSA K9s, and herding dogs—face a high risk of injury. In fact, studies show that up to 40% of athletic […]
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The American Kennel Club and AKC Canine Health Foundation Launch Canine Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation Residency Program
MEDIA CONTACT:Sharon M. Albright, DVM, CCRTManager of Communications & Veterinary OutreachAKC Canine Health FoundationPhone: 919-334-4019E-mail: sharon.albright@akcchf.org MEDIA CONTACT:Brandi H. MundenVice PresidentPublic Relations & CommunicationsAmerican Kennel ClubPhone: 212-696-8220E-mail: brandi.munden@akc.org News Release For Immediate Release RALEIGH, NC (February 20, 2024) – The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), in collaboration with the American Kennel Club (AKC), announces the […]
Read MoreIntro to Canine Sports Medicine
In this podcast we hear from Dr. Joseph Wakshlag, assistant professor of clinical nutrition at Cornell University and Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Sports medicine and Rehabilitation. Dr. Wakshlag introduces the topic of canine sports medicine, discusses common ailments and injuries afflicting canine athletes, and also how to prevent them. This podcast was […]
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First American Kennel Club/AKC Canine Health Foundation Canine Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation Residency Program Recipients Announced
MEDIA CONTACT:Sharon M. Albright, DVM, CCRTManager of Communications & Veterinary OutreachAKC Canine Health FoundationPhone: 919-334-4019E-mail: sharon.albright@akcchf.org MEDIA CONTACT:Brandi H. MundenVice PresidentPublic Relations & CommunicationsAmerican Kennel ClubPhone: 212-696-8220E-mail: brandi.munden@akc.org News Release For Immediate Release RALEIGH, NC (July 23, 2024) – The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), in collaboration with the American Kennel Club (AKC), announces […]
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Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation Residency Program
Application Deadline The 2024 Rising Researcher application is open until Tuesday, December 31st, 2024, at 11:59 PM Eastern Time. Applications will be reviewed and awards may be determined on a rolling basis upon submission. 1st Date: Tuesday, Dec 31st 2nd Date: Tuesday, Dec 31st 3rd Date: Tuesday, Dec 31st 4th Date: Tuesday, Dec 31st OAK […]
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AKC Canine Health Foundation Recognizes 2024 Leaders in Canine Health
MEDIA CONTACT:Trent BrownCommunity and Public Relations DirectorAKC Canine Health FoundationE-mail: trent.brown@akcchf.org News Release For Immediate Release RALEIGH, NC (December 18, 2024) – The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the health of all dogs, is excited to announce its annual awards recognizing leaders in supporting canine health. Dr. J. […]
Read More02831: Mechanisms of NK(T) Cell Mediated Inflammation during Canine Lyme Disease
Tick-borne diseases are found in all 50 states of the United States and are the most common vector-borne disease diagnosed in the U.S. Lyme disease, caused by Borrelia burgdorferi and related species (sensu lato), is the flagship disease for this in both dogs and people. Another important canine tick-borne disease found in combination with B. […]
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CHF Releases Webinar on Regenerative Medicine Therapy to Treat Orthopedic Injuries in Dogs
News Release For Immediate Release Today the AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF) is pleased to announce the release of its new webinar, “Regenerative Medicine for Canine Orthopedic Concerns” featuring internationally recognized veterinary orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Sherman Canapp. CHF’s webinar series focuses on different aspects of canine health and canine health research, and this new […]
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AKC Canine Health Foundation Celebrates $2.6 million in New Research Funding in 2023
MEDIA CONTACT:Sharon M. Albright, DVM, CCRTManager of Communications & Veterinary OutreachAKC Canine Health FoundationPhone: 919-334-4019E-mail: sharon.albright@akcchf.org News Release For Immediate Release RALEIGH, NC (December 27, 2023) – The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the health of all dogs, celebrates $2.6 million awarded for canine health research grants […]
Read More AKC Canine Health Foundation Funds Landmark Clinical Trial on Regenerative Medicine Treatment for Dogs
News Release For Immediate Release AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF) is pleased to announce the funding of a landmark clinical trial to establish the evidence-based use of regenerative medicine to treat tendon injury in dogs. Funded as part of CHF’s Canine Athlete Initiative which seeks to fund research and provide education for dog owners […]
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