Gene Therapy for Osteoarthritis in Dogs
SUMMARY: Researchers will use a new gene therapy approach to treat osteoarthritis in dogs. THE PROBLEM: Osteoarthritis (OA) is a long-term disease that causes pain in the joints and limits...
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Exploring How the Oral Microbiome Influences Periodontal Disease in Dogs
SUMMARY: Researchers will study the oral microbiome changes over time in a group of dogs and see if any changes correlate with the development of periodontal disease later in life...
Does Loss of a Companion Impact Cognitive Decline in Dogs?
SUMMARY: Researchers will study whether the loss of a close human or animal companion affects cognitive decline. THE PROBLEM:Dogs play many roles throughout human society today, from detection dogs to...
Are Current Vaccines Enough to Protect Nigerian Dogs from Parvovirus?
SUMMARY: Researchers will study the different types of parvovirus strains circulating in Nigeria and determine whether current vaccines are adequate to protect them. THE PROBLEM: Dogs are beloved companions in...
Developing an Infographic to Educate Dog Owners about Aging
SUMMARY: Researchers will develop an infographic to educate owners on signs of aging in dogs as a step toward improving care and well-being of elderly pets. THE PROBLEM: In the...
Analyzing a Potential Prognostic Biomarker for Canine Aging
SUMMARY: Researchers will determine if red blood cell distribution width (RDW) is a marker of health and lifespan. THE PROBLEM: As dogs age, they experience many of the same health...
Search for DNA Biomarkers That Play a Role in Aging and Disease
SUMMARY: Researchers will look for markers of health in dog blood samples. THE PROBLEM: Over the last 40 years, dog lifespans have doubled. However, just like people, older pets are...