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A close-up, underwater view of two bottlenose dolphins swimming together in clear blue ocean water, showing their faces and dorsal fins as sunlight ripples across their bodies.

Dolphins Face Growing Health Threats. Science Is Helping Us Protect Them.

January 13, 2026 – Dolphins are facing rising threats from pollution, disease and chronic stress, and new science is revealing what these pressures are doing to their health and how we can stop the damage.

Investigating a New Threat to Sea Otter Health

SUMMARY: Researchers will study the emergence of Leptospira infections in the endangered southern sea otter as a step to saving this cherished species.

Southern sea otter floating on its back in clear blue ocean water, looking toward the camera.

New Fellowship Study Aims to Combat Deadly Disease Threatening Endangered Southern Sea Otters

January 29, 2026 – A newly funded fellowship training study led by Dr. Kristen Schott aims to combat leptospirosis, an emerging disease threatening endangered southern sea otters.

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Morris Animal Foundation Funds Five New Equine Health Studies to Advance Disease Prevention & Treatment

January 30, 2026 – Morris Animal Foundation is funding five new equine health studies focused on improving diagnosis, treatment and prevention of major horse diseases.

Veterinarian in scrubs examines a small brown dachshund standing on an exam table in a bright veterinary clinic, with medical tools and supplies visible nearby.

Antibiotic Resistance in Animals: What It Is, Why It Matters, and What Science Is Doing About It

February 17, 2026 – Antibiotic resistance is making infections harder to treat in animals, and this article explains how it happens, why it matters to people, and how science is working to protect animal health.

Stopping Interspecies Spread of Tuberculosis

March 8, 2016 – Badgers are known carriers of the bacteria that causes tuberculosis and are suspected to be major players in spreading the disease.

A senior black Labrador Retriever rests on a cushion indoors, looking gently toward the camera with a graying muzzle.

What Science Is Revealing About How Dogs Age — and What It Means for Your Pet

February 24, 2026 – Dogs are living longer than ever – and Morris Animal Foundation is funding the science to make sure those extra years are healthy ones, from studies on biological aging and inflammation to a free webinar series on senior dog care.

Two bottlenose dolphins in open water, one leaping above the surface

Funding Collaboration to Advance Dolphin Pulmonary Health Assessment

February 25, 2026 – Morris Animal Foundation funded a groundbreaking 2025 interdisciplinary workshop bringing together veterinary, radiology, pulmonology and conservation experts to improve how we assess and protect dolphin lung health.

A small, long-haired golden dog lies on a sunny green lawn, mouth open in a joyful expression. A blue adaptive wheelchair is positioned behind the dog, suggesting the animal uses it for mobility assistance.

Morris Animal Foundation Opens Funding Call for Canine Health Research Proposals

DENVER/March 5, 2026 – Morris Animal Foundation is now accepting pre-proposals for research to advance the health and welfare of dogs, including companion and working dogs.

Assessing How Climate Change Affects Sea Turtle Hatchlings

SUMMARY: Researchers will study rising temperatures' impact on the hatch and the emergence success of nesting loggerhead and green sea turtles, including hatchling survival, growth rates and sex ratio changes.