Morris Animal Foundation is a global leader in supporting studies to find solutions to serious health threats to animals. Since our founding, we’ve invested more than $167 million in 3,100+ studies that have improved the health and quality of life for dogs, cats, horses and wildlife around the world.

Bridging science and resources to advance the health of animals

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Our Mission

To bridge science and resources to advance the health of animals.

Morris Animal Foundation improves and protects the health of animals through scientific innovation, education and inspiration. Founded by a veterinarian in 1948, we continue to be a science-driven organization, funding critical health studies for the benefit of all animals.

IMPROVING THE HEALTH OF ANIMALS WORLDWIDE FOR 75+ YEARS.

We’re responsible for the development of diagnostic tools, vaccines, new drugs and surgical techniques. We partner with leaders in animal health to build on existing knowledge, unlock new discoveries and bring revolutionary treatments into practice. From urgent health crises in our cats and dogs to solutions for long-term survival of endangered species, we never stop trying to change the lives of animals for the better.

WE ARM ANIMAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS WITH KNOWLEDGE AND SUPPORT THOSE BEGINNING IN THE FIELD.

We actively support the work of established researchers as well as promising young investigators. We are a leading provider of unbiased scientific information, and apply the highest scientific standards to achieve innovative solutions to health challenges — all to usher our animal kingdom into a healthier future.

WE FUND MORE ANIMAL HEALTH STUDIES, IN MORE SPECIES, IN MORE PLACES AROUND THE WORLD THAN ANY OTHER ORGANIZATION.

At any given time, we have over 150 studies underway to address important health challenges, from conducting the largest cancer-focused study of its kind in dogs, to supporting research critical to saving endangered species worldwide. The knowledge gained from our research is shared freely so that animals can benefit from our scientific advancements as soon as they are available.

WE ENVISION A WORLD WHERE ANIMALS LIVE FULL AND HEALTHY LIVES.

Since 1948, we’ve supported more than 250 institutions worldwide and funded 1,185+ dog, 460+ cat, 650+ large animal (horses, llamas, alpacas), and 790+ wildlife studies. We also have supported the training of more than 700 veterinary and postdoctoral students, all to improve the lives of the animals we love.

WE ARE A LEADER IN INFECTIOUS DISEASE RESEARCH.

Our early work supported the development of vaccines for feline leukemia virus and Potomac horse fever, and many other infectious disease breakthroughs that continue today, including a new treatment for deadly FIP.

LEARN ABOUT FIP

WE’VE IMPROVED CANCER TREATMENT AND DIAGNOSTICS.

We have been funding cancer research to benefit animals since 1962. From finding ways to improve chemotherapy to tackling virus-causing cancers, advanced surgical techniques and adjunct therapies – we imagine a world where all cancers are treatable and more cures are possible.

Read About Our Cancer Research

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