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Health Liaison Newsletter

May 2021

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Helping to prevent, treat and cure canine diseases for all dogs today and tomorrow!

So far in 2021, the AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF) has awarded 34 new grants across 14 different research program areas. Through defined research program areas, CHF considers areas of unmet need and immediate opportunity, while looking to apply recent advancements in science and technology to canine health research. Each grant we fund is an effort to be responsive to emerging canine health concerns and priorities of our donors.

The Foundation is currently accepting proposals addressing vector-borne disease in dogs. Eligible proposals will undergo rigorous scientific peer review, and those awarded will join CHF's 2021 portfolio of studies to prevent, treat and cure canine diseases. Learn more about active vector-borne disease research in the tick-borne disease and immunology and infectious disease research program areas within the Tick-Borne Disease Research Initiative.

We invite you to catch up on informational webinars, browse the Research Grants Portfolio, and read recent canine health articles and newsletters.

Publications from CHF-funded Studies

Researchers awarded grants through CHF continue to produce a wealth of peer-reviewed publications contributing to scientific knowledge, impact in clinical care, and continued progress in canine health research. Read below and click here to view more publications resulting from CHF-funded grants.

Investigating Diet-Related Dilated Cardiomyopathy in Dogs – It’s Complicated

CHF Grant 02661; University of Florida

Dr. Sharon Albright, CHF's Manager of Communications & Veterinary Outreach, recaps the recent concerns of diet-related cardiomyopathy, including initial findings from Dr. Adin's CHF-supported research.

Genetics of Canine Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis

CHF Grants 02327-MOU, 02388-MOU, 02521-MOU, 02520-MOU; University of California, Davis

Dr. Stern and Eric Ontiveros recently published a review focused on the prevalence, inheritance pattern, and current genetic insights of canine SAS.

Research Spotlight

Roughly 25% of CHF's active research portfolio is made up canine cancer research studies. Cancer impacts all dogs at all different ages, and thus remains a top health concern for dog owners and veterinary professionals. In the spirit of Pet Cancer Awareness Month this May, we invite you to learn more about CHF's current cancer studies.

Check out CHF's Canine Cancer page during the month of May (and year round) to stay up-to-date on the latest Canine Cancer research. Here you can view webinars, read and share articles, and learn about the ways you and your club can get involved!

Hemangiosarcoma | Lymphoma | Osteosarcoma | General Oncology

CHF is currently supporting over $850,000 in 27 grants to study canine cancer.

Support this research program to help improve outcomes for all dogs!

CHF's Scientific Review Committee

Grant proposals submitted to CHF for funding consideration are reviewed by external peer reviewers as well as the Scientific Review Committee (SRC) for scientific merit, impact in the field of study, and the significance to dogs and their people. This stringent review process allows CHF to be confident that research is doing the most good for the most dogs, and making the best use of our donors’ contributions. The SRC is composed of a panel of veterinarians, medical doctors, researchers, and canine health experts who generously volunteer their time to help advance CHF's mission. Dr. Stephanie Montgomery currently serves as Chair of the SRC. Learn more about CHF's knowledgeable Scientific Review Committee.

Ways to Get Involved

Impact Story from the Purina Parent Club Partnership Program Bouvier Health Foundation Ties Research to Breed Health Survey Results by Barb Fawver, Purina The Bouvier Health Foundation in partnership with the American Bouvier des Flandres Club is stepping up to support two studies focused on one of the most aggressive cancers in dogs, hemangiosarcoma (HSA). Originating in bone marrow cells that help form new blood vessels, the cancer spreads to multiple tissues throughout the body often going undiagnosed until it is in an advanced, difficult-to-treat stage.
There are many opportunities to put Purina Parent Club Partnership (PPCP) Program dollars earned for CHF research to work! Please contact chfgrants@akcchf.org for information regarding specific grants.
Donor Advised Fund Review new grants and make your important recommendation for sponsorship by completing a research sponsorship form to support innovative canine health research. Grant sponsorships at a level greater than $2,500 earn regular scientific progress updates on these critical studies.

CHF Articles and Resources CHF Manager of Communications & Veterinary Outreach, Dr. Sharon Albright, highlights current CHF grants and impact of CHF-supported research. New articles include Protecting Working Dogs and Canine Athletes from the Negative Effects of Hyperthermia and Liquid Biopsy for Canine Histiocytic Sarcoma and Lymphoma. If you have a story to share, please reach out to Dr. Albright directly at sharon.albright@akcchf.org.

	Educational Webinars CHF and VetVine offer a series of webinars on canine health topics. Next up: A Novel Non-Surgical Option to Preserve Limbs in Canine Osteosarcoma Joanne Tuohy, DVM, PhD, DACVS Tuesday, May 25, 2021 @ 8pm Eastern Register and view all webinars here.

Support Canine Health Research Please contact chfgrants@akcchf.org to discuss a study, learn about sponsoring research, or obtain any other scientific programs information. We always appreciate the opportunity to hear directly from you. Thank you for all you do for dogs and their health.

Participate in Research! Consider participating in CHF-funded canine health studies when possible to help research investigators accomplish their project goals. Click here to learn more about the significant impact you can make on canine health research through your and your dog's participation.

Registration is now open!

Has your contact information changed?

If there are any changes to your contact information or organizational changes within your club, please let us know right away so we can provide you with timely information from CHF!

Established in 1995, the AKC Canine Health Foundation's (CHF) mission is to advance the health of all dogs and their owners by funding scientific research and supporting the dissemination of health information to prevent, treat and cure canine disease.

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