CHF and VetVine Webinar Series
The AKC Canine Health Foundation and VetVine have teamed up to offer a series of live webinars on canine health topics. These webinars feature leaders in the field of veterinary health research and offer practical advice on common health concerns, as well as information on cutting-edge research to benefit our dogs.
The live webinars feature a presentation, followed by a question and answer session if time permits. Each webinar is recorded and can be watched on demand from a computer or mobile device. All webinars require registration through VetVine.
Register today for one of our upcoming programs or watch a past webinar on demand!
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How to establish THC diagnosis in the emergency roomDogs presenting to emergency departments with recent THC exposure demonstrate clinical signs that overlap with numerous, more grievous neurologic disorders. Despite this, an accurate point of care diagnostic test designed for canine THC exposure has yet to be designed. Historically, many emergency clinician have relied upon the urine drug screening tests designed for human THC exposure despite a divergence in drug metabolism between these two species. Speaker: Joel Green Weltman, DVM, DACVECC, PhD Learn more about Dr. Weltman’s CHF-funded research: 02692-A: Diagnostic Accuracy of Point of Care Analysis of Canine Urine and Plasma in Marijuana Toxicosis |
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Don’t skip leg day: The importance of medial crural fascia when recovering from a TPLOCranial cruciate ligament rupture, similar to ACL tears in humans, is a common orthopedic injury in pet dogs. A tibial plateau leveling osteotomy (TPLO) is a common procedure performed to address stifle (knee) instability secondary to cranial cruciate ligament rupture. During surgery for a TPLO, the medial crural fascia, a fibrous sheet on the inside of the knee made up of tendons to three important muscles in the dog’s leg, is cut to allow access to the bone. The medial crural fascia is important for bending the stifle, giving the stifle stability, and for proprioception.
02682-A: The Effect of a Modified Approach on Early Weight Bearing in Dogs Following a Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy for Cranial Cruciate Ligament Rupture |
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A Novel Non-Surgical Option to Preserve Limbs in Canine OsteosarcomaOsteosarcoma (OS) is the most common bone cancer in dogs. Large and giant breeds such as Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, Greyhound, Scottish Deerhound, Rottweiler, Boxer, Saint Bernard, and Irish Setter are most affected. Original Air Date: Tuesday, May 25, 2021 Speaker: Joanne Tuohy, DVM, PhD, DACVS Learn more about Dr. Tuohy’s CHF-funded research: 02773: Histotripsy for Treatment of Canine Appendicular Osteosarcoma 2014 Clinician-Scientist Fellowship |
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Vector-borne disease diagnostics: From "ruff" to "purrfect"Worldwide, diseases that are transmitted by ticks and fleas to companion animals continue to expand in frequency and geographic distribution. While a positive test result for a vector-borne disease greatly helps the clinician in providing appropriate care, a negative test result always introduces extra challenges. Nowadays, serology and PCR are well-established methods used to diagnose vector-borne diseases (VBDs), but certain limitations of these assays impact the detection of pathogens and our ability to make a correct diagnosis.
Original publication date: April 27, 2021 Speaker: Pedro P. Diniz, DVM, PhD Learn more about Dr. Diniz’s CHF-funded research: 02528: Developing a Next Generation Sequencing Diagnostic Platform for Tickborne Diseases 2292: Broad-Range Detection of Canine Tick-Borne Disease and Improved Diagnostics Using Next-Generation Sequencing |
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GDV - What we know, and what we wish we knew!Gastric dilatation and volvulus (GDV), or bloat, is a common condition in large and giant breed dogs with an unacceptably high morbidity and mortality rate. Due to the importance of GDV in many dog breeds, several previous studies have investigated potential risk factors for the development of GDV. It is known that there is no single cause for GDV, rather its occurrence is multifactorial, with both genetic and environmental factors contributing to the condition. Understanding what causes GDV allows us to intervene to prevent the disease from occurring.
01937-B: Evaluating the Complex Genetic Basis of Bloat |
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PU - What's That? Golden Retriever Pigmentary UveitisGolden Retrievers develop an eye condition that practitioners should know about - Golden Retriever Pigmentary Uveitis (GRPU). This condition has an insidious onset, but early detection can be a key to avoiding glaucoma and vision loss. Original air date: December 17, 2020 02590-A: Histologic characterization of Golden Retriever Pigmentary Uveitis This webinar is sponsored by the Golden Retriever Foundation®. 
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Upper Airway Syndrome - Results of a Cross-Sectional Study in Norwich TerriersIn Norwich Terriers it is likely that upper airway syndrome is a separate and different condition from brachycephalic airway syndrome, with distinctive, primary changes arising in the larynx. This webinar will summarize the Norwich Terrier Upper Airway Syndrome (NTUAS) Study Group's findings and will include discussion on:
Original Air Date: Monday, November 9, 2020 Grant 02232-MOU: Characterization of Upper Airway Syndrome in Norwich Terriers This webinar is co-sponsored by the Norwich Terrier Club of America. |
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Addressing the Spay / Neuter Conundrum in Dogs: Some Breed-specific and Body Size-specific GuidelinesUC Davis recently completed collection of data from extensive veterinary hospital records on 35 dog breeds and 5 weight categories of mixed breed dogs, showing major differences in vulnerability to the effects of gonadectomy on the prevalence of joint disorders and cancers. This webinar will provide an overview of the data-based findings from hospital patient records, and the spay / neuter guidelines for each breed and for each weight category for mixed breed dogs. Suggestions will be offered for deriving guidelines for breeds not covered by the findings with the intention of offering a “handbook” for veterinarians wishing to guide clients in making spay / neuter decisions, breeders wishing to advise clients, and for those wishing to adopt a puppy. Original Air Date: Wednesday, October 7, 2020 Grant 02275: Disease Risks Associated with Spay and Neuter: A Breed-Specific, Gender-Specific Perspective Grant 01840: Health Implications of Early Spay/Neuter on Canine Health Grant 01488-A: Health Implications of Spay and Neuter: Golden Retriever and Labrador Retriever |
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Management of Canine PyometraThis presentation will provide an overview of pyometra in the bitch, as well as discuss recent research. Medical management, including appropriate case selection, will be highlighted. It is the intent for the audience to learn how to diagnose and approach canine pyometra, gain an understanding for the behavior of bacteria in the uterus, and principles underlying medical management. Original publicate date: September 15, 2020 2016 American Kennel Club/AKC Canine Health Foundation/Theriogenology Foundation Small Animal Theriogenology Resident – North Carolina State University |
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Biomarkers of Canine Chronic Kidney DiseaseChronic kidney disease (CKD) can be challenging to diagnose, and our ability to determine the category of kidney disease using minimally or non-invasive samples is lacking. This webinar will provide a review of the currently available tests for kidney disease diagnosis and monitoring in dogs, followed by a discussion of promising new biomarkers, including microRNAs. MicroRNAs are small non-coding RNAs that regulate gene expression and are thought to contribute to the progression of kidney disease. Furthermore, their stability in blood and urine supports their potential as biomarkers of disease. Those miRNAs that appear to be most promising as biomarkers or contributors to disease progression in dogs will be highlighted. Original Air Date: Tuesday, June 16, 2020 Learn more about Dr. Nabity’s CHF-funded research: |
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Recent Advances in Cancer ImmunotherapyImmunotherapy has tremendous potential for treatment of cancer in dogs. Clinical trials of antibody therapeutics in human oncology have demonstrated remarkable results in inducing tumor regressions and cures against a variety of cancer types.
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Time to get tough and "Ruff": Protecting dogs from infectious diseasesJoin this timely webinar about infectious diseases in dogs to learn what we can all do to protect our dogs (and ourselves) from infectious diseases - the ones of today ... and those of tomorrow. This discussion will unpack key modifiable practices likely to have the greatest influence on reducing dog infections and disease. Both individual dog and community level (e.g., dog importation) approaches will be discussed. Special attention will be devoted to areas under increased scrutiny by dog owners such as vaccination. At the conclusion of the session, attendees will have learned and be able to put into practice simple, practical steps that best protect our canine companions. Grant 02532-A: Canine influenza: occurrence, spatial and temporal trends and identifying modifiable factors to reduce transmission at canine shows in the United States Grant 02380-A: Estimating Prevalence and Identifying Risk Factors for Canine Leptospirosis in North America Grant 02284-A: Lyme Disease in Dogs: Prevalence, Clinical Illness, and Prognosis Grant 02128-A: Redefining the Recommendations for Prevention of Infectious Disease at Dog Shows and Other Areas Where Dogs Meet and Compete |
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Steven Friedenberg, DVM, MS, MBA
New Research Insights Into Canine Addison's DiseaseAddison’s disease is an autoimmune endocrine disorder in which the body attacks and destroys the outer layer of the adrenal gland, called the adrenal cortex. Dogs with Addison’s disease are at high risk of developing a potentially deadly adrenal crisis characterized by shock, vomiting, and life-threatening electrolyte abnormalities. Treatment for Addison’s disease is manageable but requires frequent monitoring and lifelong hormone supplementation. The disease is believed to be inherited in several dog breeds including Standard Poodles, Portuguese Water Dogs, and Cocker Spaniels. Grant 02428: Identifying the Disease-Defining Autoantibodies in Canine Addison's Disease Grant 02348: Whole Blood Transcriptome Profiling of Dogs with Immune-Mediated Hemolytic Anemia (IMHA) Grant 02531 (Co-investigator): Identification of Genetic Risk Allele(s) Associated with the Development of Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia in the Labrador Retriever |
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Canine Degenerative Myelopathy: From Gene Mutation Discovery to Clinical TrialsDegenerative myelopathy (DM) is an inherited, adult-onset disease of the spinal cord causing progressive weakness and paralysis of the hind limbs and eventually all limbs. DM has clinical, histopathologic, and genetic parallels to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS - Lou Gehrig's disease) in humans. Click here to read a brief summary of this webinar. Original Air Date: October 17, 2019 Learn more about Dr. Coates' CHF-funded research:Grant 02165-MOU: Identification of Biomarkers and Therapeutic Targets for Canine Degenerative Myelopathy: The Search for A Cure Grant 02658: Characterization of Sensory Neuronal and Muscle Pathology in Canine Degenerative Myelopathy to Identify Targets for Therapeutic Intervention |
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What the flu! Protecting dogs and communities from canine influenza virusCanine influenza viruses (CIV) have become established in North America and this has resulted in large high-profile canine outbreaks. Such outbreaks often have greatest impact in canine group settings and activities where many dogs come together, such as dog parks, boarding facilities, veterinary clinics and dog show events. Outbreaks of CIV commonly result in many sick dogs, some of which can develop severe illness, and this can have financial and reputational repercussions on canine businesses and organizations. This webinar is co-sponsored by AKC Canine Health Foundation and Merck Animal Health.   Learn more about Dr. Stull's CHF-funded research: Grant 02532-A: Canine influenza: occurrence, spatial and temporal trends and identifying modifiable factors to reduce transmission at canine shows in the United States Grant 02380-A: Estimating Prevalence and Identifying Risk Factors for Canine Leptospirosis in North America Grant 02284-A: Lyme Disease in Dogs: Prevalence, Clinical Illness, and Prognosis |
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How mothers matter: The influence of early maternal interaction on offspring behavior and developmentJoin us in this 1-hour webinar and learn about the ways in which maternal style, experienced over the first few weeks of life, has a long-lasting impact on later offspring development. Grant 02518: The Effects of Early Life Experience on Working Dog Temperament and Cognition |
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An Update on the Science Behind CBD (Cannabidiol) Use for PetsAlthough cannabis has been used medicinally for centuries, the science behind it is still in its infancy. Since becoming legal in many states, its popularity has become mainstream, including its use in our veterinary patients. Grant 02323: Efficacy of Cannabidiol (CBD) for the Treatment of Canine Epilepsy |
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Understanding Steroid Responsive Meningitis-Arteritis and Other Inflammatory Neurological Disorders in DogsInflammatory conditions of the central nervous system are common in dogs. Although well described, these disorders can prove challenging to diagnose, as the cause remains poorly understood and clinical findings can be variable or nonspecific. Dr. Karen R. Muñana will provide an initial overview of inflammatory conditions of the central nervous system of dogs, and an in-depth discussion of steroid responsive meningitis-arteritis (SRMA), focusing on characteristic clinical signs, diagnosis, treatment and long term management. Original Air Date: November 14, 2018 |
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 Crash, Boom, Bang: Updates on Canine Noise Phobia TreatmentsJoin Dr. Julia Albright and learn more about noise phobias in dogs including risk factors for development of canine noise phobias, assessment of behavioral and emotional disorders associated with noise phobias, pharmaceutical options available for treatment of noise phobic dogs, analysis of the literature and mechanisms behind new nutraceutical options for fears and anxieties, and management plans to help families and dogs cope with noise phobias. Original Air Date: September 6, 2018 |
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 Immune-Mediated Hemolytic Anemia (IMHA): Underlying Disease Screening in Dogs. What Should I Be Looking For?Immune-mediated hemolytic anemia (IMHA) is a common cause of morbidity and mortality in dogs. Infection, neoplasia, and other triggers may contribute to the development of IMHA in susceptible patients. Unidentified underlying triggers likely contribute to treatment failure. Dr. Linda Kidd will discuss key points on immune-mediated hemolytic anemia including:
Original Air Date: August 22, 2018 |
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 The Increasing Threat of Canine Leptospirosis - Keys to Diagnosis, Therapy & PreventionOver recent years, leptospirosis has received increased attention regarding its emergence and spread in dogs throughout North America. Dr. Jason Stull and Dr. Michelle Evason will review fundamental and advanced techniques in diagnosis, treatment and prevention of this often fatal disease. Original Air Date: April 10, 2018 |
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 Canine Semen Evaluation & FertilityWatch an interview with Stuart Meyers, DVM, PhD as he discusses his research about determining the characteristics of semen and how that relates to fertility. The research goes beyond standard parameters of sperm motility, morphology, and concentration as they assess semen from stud dogs at Guide Dogs for the Blind. Watch this video and learn more about current research into male fertility. |
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Canine Pyometra - Why Some Dogs Don't Get Better With Medical Treatment or Experience RelapsesDr. Marco Coutinho da Silva, DVM, MS, PhD, DACT discusses pyometra and findings of his research investigating why some cases may fail to respond to medical therapy or become a recurrent problem in dogs. |
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 A clinical genetics approach to understanding genetic, multiplex and health testingWatch Jerold S. Bell, DVM present on the increasing availability of genetic screening tests, DNA tests, and how multiplex test panels also require an understanding of what the tests tell you. Watch this video and learn:
Original Air Date: December 6, 2017
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