Stories & News

September 24, 2019 – Morris Animal Foundation's Data Commons is an open-access database for researchers interested in using data from the Golden Retriever Lifetime Study.

September 12, 2019 – Read about Buddy and his amazing journey from shelter dog to beloved pet, and how his owner Michael Smith joined the Loyal Friend program.

August 22, 2019 – Dr. Laura Kahn, scientist with the One Health Initiative and Golden Retriever Lifetime Study participant, talks about why she joined the Study.

August 19, 2019 – Spaying or neutering large-breed dogs can put them at a higher risk for obesity and, if done when the dog is young, non-traumatic orthopedic injuries.

August 15, 2019 – The Golden Retriever Lifetime Study team reviews accomplishments achieved during 2019 and looks forward to 2020.

August 8, 2019 – Foundation supporter and donor Tracy Gibbons tells the story of her love affair with golden retrievers, and her passion to improve their health.

July 22, 2019 – Golden Retriever Lifetime Study supporter Linda Nelson talks about her beloved golden retrievers and how improving health in the breed led her to donate.