What health initiatives is the AKC involved in?
The AKC is active in a variety of Canine health intiatives through the Canine Health Foundation, as Oct 10, 2006, approved $1.1 million in research grants. Specifically, the Foundation is supporting research for cancer, atrial fibrillation and dilated cardiomyopathy, male infertility, vaccine-associated allergic reactions, dermatomyositis, degenerative myelopathy and neurodegenerative disorders (www.akcchf.org for abstracts on each research project). Founded in 1995, The American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation is the largest non-profit funder of exclusively canine research in the world. CHF affiliate OFA is also a major contributor to research. CHF and OFA together run the largest canine health database. CHF offers opportunities for both broad spectrum research as well as breed specific studies. The AKC has resources for both dog owners and veterinarians aiding Vets in continuing education, sharing ideas and information and helping owners to find the right vet for their pet.
