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Canine Cancer Awareness Month
 

CHF highlighted its commitment to the fight against canine cancer this month. With a substantial investment of $3.6 million in active cancer studies and new research proposals under review, the Foundation is impacting the lives of families affected by canine cancer.

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Learn more about CHF's commitment to cancer research

2023 Annual Impact Report

In the 2023 Annual Impact Report, you’ll discover the breakthroughs, accomplishments, and research funded through CHF last year. We could not do this important work without your support.

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Canine Health Articles

• Breeding Away from Epilepsy in the Belgian Tervuren
  CHF-funded investigators studied if the prevalence of idiopathic epilepsy in Belgian Tervurens has decreased following the discovery of genetic mutations that influence disease risk in this breed.

• Breeder Excellence: Canine Breeder Excellence Seminar Tracks - A Comprehensive Overview January 2024 (Courtesy of the AKC Gazette)
  The latest seminar tracks focused on artificial insemination, managing prostate disease in dogs, and maximizing the survival of neonates. This valuable information is summarized here for breeders.

• Ripples in the Water - Chlorination and Cancer Risk
  Owners of dog breeds at high risk for bladder cancer should limit their dog’s access to chlorinated swimming pools and install water filtration units to remove chlorination byproducts from the dog’s drinking water.

 
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 CHF on the Road

CHF staff are on the road – making connections with dog lovers, researchers, and everyone involved in canine health. This month, CHF staff attended the Irish Setter Club of America National Specialty and the prestigious Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show.

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