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December 11, 2025 – Four new canine health studies funded for 2026 will advance research on cancer, megaesophagus, rabies prevention and mast cell tumors to help dogs live longer, healthier lives.

DENVER/December 10, 2025 – Morris Animal Foundation announced funding for four new canine health studies to help improve diagnosis, treatment and prevention of serious diseases affecting dogs.

December 4, 2025 – Morris Animal Foundation has awarded 28 exceptional veterinary students from around the globe with its 2025 Veterinary Student Scholar grants.

Updated January 28, 2026 – Now in its 14th year, the Golden Retriever Lifetime Study continues to drive groundbreaking discoveries in canine health – fueling new research, publications and real-world impact for dogs everywhere.

DENVER/December 1, 2025 – Morris Animal Foundation is now accepting applications for its Veterinary Student Scholar (VSS) program, a competitive opportunity that allows veterinary students to conduct mentored research advancing the health and welfare of companion animals, equids and wildlife.

Updated November 6, 2025 – The holidays are full of tempting foods and festive fun, but some treats can make pets seriously ill. Learn which foods to avoid and how to keep your pets safe all season long.

November 5, 2025 – A new Morris Animal Foundation–funded study at Colorado State University is investigating “staggering disease,” a deadly viral illness recently detected in a Colorado mountain lion, to understand its spread and potential threat to domestic cats.