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 Founded in 1995 First Grant Co-Sponsored with Morris Animal Foundation

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

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

Top Ten Health Concerns reported by Parent Clubs #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

Mission: To provide a source of health information for owners, breeders and scientists, which will assist in breeding healthy dogs

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.

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

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

Contact Information –Toll-Free: –Website: – –Mailing address: PO Box Raleigh, NC