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Morris Animal News

Upcoming Human-Animal Bond Research Funding Opportunities

May 2, 2013 BY

Human Animal Bond Research Initiative (HABRI) has announced funding will be made available for high-quality research designed to better understand the human and animal health benefits of the human-animal bond in seven areas.

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POSTED IN: Animal health, Animal studies, Veterinary news, Veterinary research



Volunteers fuel the efforts of Morris Animal Foundation

April 22, 2013 BY

April is National Volunteer Month. Many nonprofits will take time this month to spotlight volunteer opportunities and honor those who have volunteered their time, talents and resources to make the world a better place.

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POSTED IN: Animal health, Veterinary news



Study Update: Feline Hyperthyroidism and Cat Food

April 15, 2013 BY MAF

Funded by Morris Animal Foundation, researchers from the University of Georgia are examining whether cat food ingredients play a role in disease development.

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POSTED IN: Cat diseases, Cat health, Feline health, Nutrition



High School Freshman Receives First Place Award for Golden Retriever Lifetime Study

April 2, 2013 BY

Cherry Creek High School freshman Apoorva Krishnan took her love for animals to the next level by getting involved in Morris Animal Foundation’s Golden Retriever Lifetime Study.

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POSTED IN: Cancer, Canine cancer , Dog cancer, Dog health



Cleaner mouths, healthier pets

February 26, 2013 BY

A new device could prevent plaque buildup. According to the American Veterinary Dental Society, 85 percent of dogs show some signs of gum disease (also known as gingivitis) by age 3.

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Morris Animal Foundation Launches Client-Recognition Program for Veterinary Partners

February 19, 2013 BY

Many conversations between veterinarians and pet owners focus on the health risks and dangers pets face if they don’t receive vaccinations, yearly exams or medications. Morris Animal Foundation’s new Pet Parent Awards give veterinarians the opportunity to recognize outstanding pet owners who take extra steps in their pets’ wellness and care.

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Animal Illness Meets Its Match

January 9, 2013 BY

Animal lovers across the country invested in a brighter future for animals in December. Thousands of supporters helped Morris Animal Foundation’s surpass its year-end Matching Gift Challenge of $50,000, which was sponsored by Paul Mitchell Schools.

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POSTED IN: Animal health, Veterinary news, Veterinary research



In Loving Memory

November 25, 2012 BY MAF

With your donation of $50 or more, you can upload an image of your choice and add a personalized sentiment. Your pet’s tribute will appear in the In Loving Memory gallery within one week of donating and will remain there for a minimum of six months.

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POSTED IN: Animal health, Donate, Memorialize a pet , Veterinary news



Petplan Supports Morris Animal Foundation with Matching Gift During #Giving Tuesday

November 23, 2012 BY MAF

Petplan pet insurance will celebrate its two-year partnership with Morris Animal Foundation by participating with the nonprofit for #GivingTuesday.

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POSTED IN: Animal health, Donate, Veterinary news



To Our Donors...Thank You! [VIDEO]

November 22, 2012 BY MAF

Our supporters have made a huge impact on a lot of people and pets. From the bottom of all our hearts, thank you. Watch our 'Thank You' video here

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POSTED IN: Animal health, Veterinary research , Veterinary students, Wildlife health



Study Identifies Causes of Brain Inflammation

November 9, 2012 BY MAF

Meningoencephalitis, a general term for inflammation of the brain and its outer covering, is a naturally occurring disease in dogs that is believed to be caused by genetic and environmental factors. The disease has a grave prognosis when the cause is unknown, and unfortunately, the cause is unclear in 75 percent of cases in dogs.

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POSTED IN: Animal health, Canine health, Dog health



Morris Animal Foundation Sponsors Greyhounds Rock Keynote

November 2, 2012 BY MAF

The keynote—an inspirational discussion about living with canine cancer—will be presented by Jim Nelson and Rene Agredano, founders of the world's largest online community for canine amputees and their humans, Tripawds.com.

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POSTED IN: Animal health, Canine cancer , Veterinary news



Canine Cancer Samples Made Available to Research

October 30, 2012 BY MAF

Canine cancer samples are now available to the research community thanks in part to Morris Animal Foundation, Pfizer Animal Health and AKC-Canine Health Foundation.

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POSTED IN: Animal health, Canine cancer , Canine health



New Initiative Looks at Long-term Canine Health

October 24, 2012 BY MAF

Morris Animal Foundation is still looking for veterinarians and participants for a study that may become the most influential veterinary study to date.

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POSTED IN: Canine cancer , Canine health, Veterinary research



Animal World Loses a Great Advocate

October 20, 2012 BY MAF

The veterinary world lost a true great, and Morris Animal Foundation lost a true friend on October 18 when Dr. Robert “R.K.” Anderson passed away at the age of 90. He was a revolutionary animal behaviorist, founder of the Animal Behavior Resources Institute and co-inventor of the Gentle Leader head collar and Easy Walk harness.

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POSTED IN: Animal health, Veterinary news



Save Halloween and Help Save the Bats!

October 17, 2012 BY MAF

Morris Animal Foundation is partnering with ZuPreem to help save bats from fatal disease

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POSTED IN: Animal health, Veterinary research , Wildlife health



Scientific Studies Address Feline Heart Disease

October 15, 2012 BY MAF

Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is the most common type of heart disease in cats. As veterinarians well know, thromboembolisms are frequent complications of HCM, and current therapies are only minimally effective.

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POSTED IN: Animal health, Cat diseases, Veterinary research



Science has the power to change the world

October 12, 2012 BY MAF

When Dr. Mark Morris Sr. established Morris Animal Foundation in 1948, he envisioned a world in which scientific discoveries would lead to healthy lives for animals.

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POSTED IN: Animal health, Veterinary research



Cool Cats Deserve Cool Science

October 9, 2012 BY MAF

Being as cool as they are, cats deserve their fair share when it comes to health research. Morris Animal Foundation is funding scientists from across the globe who are using cutting-edge technologies to change the way veterinarians diagnose and treat cats. These new studies are really something to “purr” about.

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POSTED IN: Animal health, Cat diseases, Cat health



A View From the Field: Chimps in Uganda

October 8, 2012 BY MAF

In recent years, infectious diseases have threatened the health of Africa’s endangered apes. Social interactions and behaviors may play a role in spreading disease among wild primates, but very few scientists have looked into these relationships.

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POSTED IN: Animal health, Veterinary research , Wildlife health