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RALEIGH, N.C., Dec. 23, 2020 /PRNewswire/ The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF) celebrates continued growth in its canine health investments, awarding $3.29 million in 53 new grants during 2020.
Despite the unprecedented challenges of 2020, CHF and its donors marked the Foundation s 25
th anniversary year with ongoing dedication to advancing the health of all dogs and their owners. Canine health research grants were awarded in all 23 of the Foundation s research program areas, addressing health concerns such as degenerative myelopathy, allergic dermatitis, uterine infections, oncology, and more. Three research initiatives in epilepsy, hemangiosarcoma, and tick-borne disease allowed CHF to focus research and fundraising efforts on these devastating diseases that affect all dogs.