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The AKC Canine Health Foundation

The AKC Canine Health Foundation. & The AKC Parent Club. Short History. Mission: To fund both basic and applied research to help dogs and people live longer, healthier lives. American Kennel Club saw the need to support canine health research They’ve contributed $ million so far

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The AKC Canine Health Foundation

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  1. The AKC Canine Health Foundation & The AKC Parent Club

  2. Short History • Mission: To fund both basic and applied research to help dogs and people live longer, healthier lives. • American Kennel Club saw the need to support canine health research • They’ve contributed $ million so far • Founded in 1995 • First Grant Co-Sponsored with Morris Animal Foundation

  3. Since 1995... • More than 400 studies funded • Canine Genome Mapping • Genetics of Disease • Clinical Studies • Educational Programs • $18 million allocated to canine health research

  4. In just 12 years… • More than 80 universities, research institutions and educational organizations funded • 214 researchers funded • Nearly 200 clubs, individuals and other organizations sponsoring research

  5. #1: Cancer Hemangiosarcoma, Lymphoma, Mast Cell Tumors, Osteosarcoma #2: Eye Disease Cataracts, Glaucoma, Lens Luxation, PRA, etc. #3: Epilepsy #4: Hip Dysplasia #5: Thyroid Disease #6: Heart Disease #7: Autoimmune Disease #8: Allergies #9: Patellar Luxation #10: Renal Dysplasia Information from the Foundation’s 2004 Parent Club Health Survey Top Ten Health Concerns reported by Parent Clubs

  6. Mission: To provide a source of health information for owners, breeders and scientists, which will assist in breeding healthy dogs • www.caninehealthinfo.org

  7. Animal Care and Use • No animals were harmed in the making of this presentation… • No animals are harmed in the research we support! • Blood samples, cheek swabs used for genetic research • Free-living dogs for clinical research • Guidelines for the Care & Treatment of Animals must be signed by PI.

  8. Getting Research Funded • Health Survey • Contact CHF • RFP, Website, Personal Contact with Investigators • Applications Submitted, reviewed • Funding approved/not approved • Club support

  9. Formula for Success • Peer review + Funding + Club Participation • Appropriate research • Matching Funds • Sufficient sample submission

  10. Contact Information • Toll-Free: 888.682.9696 • Website: www.akcchf.org • Email: akcchf@akcchf.org • Mailing address: PO Box 37941 Raleigh, NC 27627-7941

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