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Small Animal Theriogenology Residency Program
The Small Animal Theriogenology Residency Program is designed to increase the number of trained practitioners in companion animal theriogenology– the specialized field of reproductive health and genetics for companion animals like dogs.
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Small Animal Theriogenology Residency This residency program provides support to increase the number of veterinary professionals with expertise in theriogenology–the study of reproduction in animals–with a focus on dogs. Request for Proposal Application Guidelines Selection Process Funding Elgibility Grant Reporting Requirements Purpose of this Residency Program This program, a partnership between the American Kennel Club, […]
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Funding for Veterinary Educational Grants Program Announced
MEDIA CONTACT:Bradford BradyDirector of Development & CommunicationsAKC Canine Health FoundationPhone: 919-334-4023E-mail: bradford.brady@akcchf.org MEDIA CONTACT:Brandi HunterVP Public Relations and CommunicationsAmerican Kennel ClubPhone: 212-696-8220E-mail: Brandi.Hunter@akc.org MEDIA CONTACT:Tara BeasleyTheriogenology FoundationPhone: 334-395-4666E-mail: tara@franzmgt.com News Release for Immediate Release RALEIGH, NC (July 24, 2019) – The American Kennel Club (AKC), AKC Canine Health Foundation (AKCCHF) and Theriogenology Foundation (TF) are […]
Read More Universities Selected for 2022 Theriogenology Residency Programs
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 HunterVP Public Relations and CommunicationsAmerican Kennel ClubPhone: 212-696-8220E-mail: Brandi.Hunter@akc.org MEDIA CONTACT:Tara BeasleyExecutive DirectorTheriogenology FoundationPhone: 334-395-4666E-mail: tara@franzmgt.com News Release For Immediate release RALEIGH, NC (August 30, 2021) – The American Kennel Club (AKC), AKC Canine Health […]
Read More The American Kennel Club and The Theriogenology Foundation Announce 2016 Companion Animal Residents
News Release For Immediate Release The American Kennel Club (AKC), the world’s largest purebred dog registry, the Theriogenology Foundation and the AKC Canine Health Foundation announced today the 2016 residents of the American Kennel Club/Theriogenology Foundation Companion Animal Residencies in Theriogenology. The residency program is made possible by generous grants from the AKC and […]
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Universities Selected for 2023 Theriogenology Residency Programs
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 Hunter MundenVP Public Relations and CommunicationsAmerican Kennel ClubPhone: 212-696-8220E-mail: Brandi.Munden@akc.org MEDIA CONTACT:Tara BeasleyExecutive DirectorTheriogenology FoundationPhone: 334-395-4666E-mail: tara@franzmgt.com News Release For Immediate Release RALEIGH, NC (August 18, 2022) – The American Kennel Club (AKC), AKC Canine […]
Read More Universities Selected for 2021 Theriogenology Residency Programs
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 HunterVP Public Relations and CommunicationsAmerican Kennel ClubPhone: 212-696-8220E-mail: Brandi.Hunter@akc.org MEDIA CONTACT:Tara BeasleyTheriogenology FoundationPhone: 334-395-4666E-mail: tara@franzmgt.com News Release for Immediate Release RALEIGH, NC (August 6, 2020) – The American Kennel Club (AKC), AKC Canine Health Foundation (AKCCHF), […]
Read More AKC Canine Health Foundation Announces 2020 Small Animal Theriogenology Residency Recipients
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 (June 15, 2020) – The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the health of all dogs, announces two theriogenology residencies awarded in 2020. CHF has […]
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AKC Canine Health Foundation Announces 2023 Small Animal Theriogenology Residency Recipient
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 (June 27, 2023) – The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the health of all dogs, announces the 2023 American Kennel Club/AKC Canine Health Foundation/Theriogenology […]
Read MoreResearch Updates from the 2019 AKC Canine Health Foundation National Parent Club Canine Health Conference
The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the health of all dogs and their owners, hosted the 2019 National Parent Club Canine Health Conference in St. Louis, MO on August 9 – 11, 2019. The biennial event, sponsored by Purina, brought together researchers, American Kennel Club (AKC) Parent Club members, […]
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AKC Canine Health Foundation Announces 2022 Small Animal Theriogenology Residency Recipients
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 (June 29, 2022) – The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the health of all dogs, announces two new theriogenology residencies awarded in 2022. CHF […]
Read More AKC Canine Health Foundation Announces 2021 Small Animal Theriogenology Residency Recipients
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 (June 15, 2021) – The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the health of all dogs, announces two new theriogenology residencies awarded in 2021. CHF has partnered […]
Read MoreEarly Career Investigator
Go Back Early Career Investigator Program This program supports individuals in the first stage of their career as independent investigators focused on improving health outcomes for dogs. This award is designed to foster research that advances the health of dogs while also investing in the careers of the next generation of veterinary scientists. Request for […]
Read More02666-E: The Ohio State University 2020 Companion Animal Theriogenology Residency
Dr. Koilpillai earned her veterinary degree from Madras Veterinary College in Chennai, India. After one year in mixed animal private practice in India, she completed a small animal internship at Veterinary Healthcare Associates in Florida. She has experience working with small animals, cattle, and horses in India and the US. Her interests are small animal […]
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Theriogenology Residency Awards 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 Hunter MundenVP Public Relations and CommunicationsAmerican Kennel ClubPhone: 212-696-8220E-mail: Brandi.Munden@akc.org MEDIA CONTACT:Jen GazdackoHannah Street ConsultingPhone: 401-419-1855E-mail: jgazdacko@hannahstreet.com News Release For Immediate Release RALEIGH, NC (August 20, 2024) – The American Kennel Club (AKC), AKC Canine […]
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Theriogenology Residency Program
Application Deadline The 2027 Small Animal Theriogenology Residency Program application is open until Friday, May 15, 2026, at 11:59 PM Eastern Time. Open Date: Monday, Mar 9th Due Date: Friday, May 15th Notifications: ~Monday, Aug 3rd RESIDENCY For resident training programs up to $150,000 including 15% maximum indirect costs Start Application Scope Research Focus Area […]
Read More Philanthropy Improves the Health of Golden Retrievers
MEDIA CONTACT:Sharon AlbrightManager of Communications and Veterinary OutreachAKC Canine Health FoundationPhone: 919-334-4019Email: Sharon.Albright@akcchf.org News Release For Immediate Release RALEIGH, NC (September 16, 2019) – The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF) has a long-standing relationship with the Golden Retriever Foundation (GRF) to support their dedication to improving the health of Golden Retrievers. The Golden […]
Read MoreBreeder Resources from the AKC Canine Health Foundation
The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF) is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the health of all dogs and their owners through sound scientific research and the dissemination of health information. CHF works with researchers, veterinarians, breed clubs, dog owners, and breeders to find and fund studies with the greatest potential to improve the health […]
Read More02845-E: University of Florida 2021 Small Animal Theriogenology Residency
Dr. Ahmed received her bachelor’s degree in biology at the University of Central Florida. She completed her veterinary degree at Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine and a small animal rotating internship through BluePearl Veterinary Partners in Tampa, FL. After residency she hopes to work with breeders to manage genetic disease in dogs, promote […]
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