Success Story

The seizures caused by epilepsy can be quite dangerous, and although often treatable, there has been some debate over which anti-epileptic drug is most effective. In part, this is because the ability of a drug to control seizures has to be balanced with the possible side effects. In a study supported by the AKC Canine Health Foundation, researchers set out to determine which medication is the best initial treatment choice in epileptic dogs.

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Prolotherapy is a type of regenerative medicine gaining popularity in humans. The goal is to repair joints with injections of various substances. Many dogs are affected by Osteoarthritis (OA), a painful and often debilitating condition. Researchers at Kansas State University are conducting a clinical trial evaluating the effectiveness of prolotherapy in clinical canine patients suffering from OA.

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Infections transmitted by ticks and fleas can trigger immune-mediated disease leading to hemolytic anemia, thrombocytopenia or joint pain. To more accurately determine the prevalence of infection in dogs with immune-mediated disease, researchers are testing banked samples for multiple tick-borne pathogens. This study could bring awareness to the prevalence of tick borne disease and change how vets test for infections in dogs with signs of immune-mediated disease.

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Featured News

  Nestlé Purina PetCare Company Continues Long-Standing Commitment to Canine Health with Donations to the AKC Canine Health Foundation
      05/22/13

  AKC Canine Health Foundation Marks Pet Cancer Awareness Month with Public Awareness and Fundraising Campaign
      04/30/13

  CHF Releases Webinar on Regenerative Medicine Therapy to Treat Orthopedic Injuries in Dogs
      04/25/13

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In this podcast we bring you an interview with Dr. Rachel Reiman, of Lakeshore Veterinary Specialists. Dr. Reiman discusses what to expect during your dog's visit to a veterinary oncologist.

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The Celebration Wall is a special photo gallery in memory of much loved dogs.

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Dogs are heroes in so many ways whether as a search and rescue dog, therapy dog, agility champion or as the world’s greatest companion. Now it’s your turn to be a hero for the dogs you love.

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