August 19, 2021 – The Foundation is honored to support organizations and their educational and collaborative platforms in 2021/22 to improve the lives of animals everywhere.
August 19, 2021 – Back pain is not just a problem in people – dogs can suffer from this too! Veterinarians are testing a new therapy that could help hundreds of dogs.
Researchers will attempt to identify genetic mutations associated with perianal fistula (painful lesions in the skin and deeper tissue around the anal area of dogs) in two high-risk breeds – German shepherd and Leonberger dogs.
Researchers will validate an owner questionnaire designed to help them recognize and monitor the signs of chronic osteoarthritis pain in horses to improve care for horses suffering from this condition.
Researchers will determine how to distinguish between broken (well-handled) and unbroken (unhandled) horses to improve the welfare of unbroken horses during transport.
August 26, 2021 – Bloat occurs when gas suddenly builds up in a dog’s stomach, causing the stomach to flip. Detecting serious complications of bloat earlier can save dogs’ lives.