Golden Retriever Lifetime Study

The Golden Retriever Lifetime Study is the largest, most comprehensive prospective canine health study in the United States. The study’s purpose is to identify the nutritional, environmental, lifestyle and genetic risk factors for cancer and other diseases in dogs. Each year, with the help of veterinarians and dog owners, the Foundation collects health, environmental and behavioral data on 3,000+ enrolled golden retrievers.

Researchers getting closer to understanding dietary taurine and heart disease in dogs

A recent surge in the number of golden retrievers diagnosed with taurine deficiency and dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) has many golden retriever owners and breeders concerned.

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Connecting researchers with dog lovers and veterinarians to advance animal health.

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The Golden Retriever Lifetime Study will help identify nutritional, genetic and environmental risk factors for cancer and other important diseases in dogs. Results will provide comprehensive data on diseases and other health challenges, including cancer. Findings will be used as a launching point for multiple health studies in dogs.

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3000+

Golden Retrievers enrolled in the study across the U.S.