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Happy Anniversary CHF!

The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF) was founded by the American Kennel Club on February 21, 1995 to advance the health of all dogs and their owners. Since then, CHF and its donors have invested more than $59.5 million in over 1,040 research and educational grants and canine health projects to prevent, treat and cure canine disease. Already in 2021, CHF has awarded over $530,000 in grants to study oncology, musculoskeletal disease, dermatology, and more. Here's to 26 years of canine health research!

 
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New Canine Health Articles at akcchf.org

Read the latest canine health articles available on our website:

• Granulomatous Colitis in Boxers and French Bulldogs

• Refining the Complex Genetics That Influence Canine Hip Dysplasia

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National Pet Dental Health Month

February is National Pet Dental Health Month. Periodontal disease is the most common clinical condition in veterinary medicine, but it is preventable with regular dental care. The AKC Canine Health Foundation is currently funding Grant 02809: Microbial and Cytokine Signatures of Periodontitis in Dogs. Results will lead to new and more effective preventive, diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for this common disease.

 
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2021 Canine Health Bytes Webinar Schedule

The 2021 Canine Health Bytes Webinar schedule is now available. These webinars feature leaders in the field of veterinary health research and offer practical advice on common health concerns. Upcoming topics include:

• GDV - What We Know, And What We Wish We Knew!

• Vector-Borne Disease Diagnostics: From "Ruff" to "Purrfect"

• How to Establish THC Diagnosis in the Emergency Room

• Don’t Skip Leg Day: The Importance of Medial Crural Fascia When Recovering from a TPLO

 
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