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New Publication Reveals Shared Obesity Gene in Dogs and Humans with Help from the Golden Retriever Lifetime Study

A new Science study identifies the DENND1B gene as a shared factor in canine and human obesity, using data from the Morris Animal Foundation’s Golden Retriever Lifetime Study.

Studying Bird Flu in Prairie-Dwelling Raptors

SUMMARY: Researchers will collect data on bird flu in raptors, including infection prevalence, survivability and immunological responses of these birds, to help better understand potential health impacts in the current...

Understanding Bird Flu Prevalence and Exposure Risk to Southern African Vultures

SUMMARY: Researchers will implement a highly pathogenic avian influenza virus (bird flu) surveillance program in Africa in collaboration with the Victoria Falls Wildlife Trust, one of the top vulture health...

Assessing Health and Disease Threats to Ornate Box Turtles

SUMMARY: Researchers are studying health status and disease threats to wild ornate box turtles to help inform conservation efforts. THE PROBLEM: Ornate box turtles living in prairie habitats are a...

Wildlife

Examining Drivers of Decline in Smooth Greensnakes

SUMMARY: Researchers will assess threats from industrial heavy metals and emerging fungal diseases in smooth greensnakes to inform land management and grassland snake conservation efforts. THE PROBLEM: Grassland loss contributes...

From Badgers to Frogs - Probiotics in the Fight Against Diseases

June 17, 2016 – Could probiotics help wildlife fight disease? Learn more about two projects trying to answer this question.

Understanding Environmental Factors that Protect Frogs from Infectious Disease

SUMMARY: Researchers will identify what environmental factors are allowing the endangered growling grass frog to persist near quarries after severe declines in their natural habitats and waterbodies in hopes of...

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Petco Love, Blue Buffalo Donate $100K Match to Accelerate Pet Cancer Research, Bringing Support Total to $7M+

April 30, 2025 – To help advance veterinary cancer research, Petco Love and Blue Buffalo are investing $100,000 in a matching donation to Morris Animal Foundation’s Stop Cancer Furever campaign, an initiative focused on improving cancer prevention, detection and treatment for pets, horses, and even wildlife.

Studying Markers of Chronic Stress And Health Outcomes

SUMMARY: Researchers will use data from the Golden Retriever Lifetime study cohort to validate the first-ever tool for quantifying chronic stress and predicting stress-associated health risks in dogs. THE PROBLEM...

Veterinarian reviewing a dog's X-ray with a laptop and stethoscope, illustrating the use of artificial intelligence in veterinary diagnostics and pet cancer care.

Artificial Intelligence in Veterinary Medicine: Applications, Pet Cancer Diagnosis, and Future Potential

May 15, 2025 – Explore how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing veterinary medicine, with a focus on diagnosing and treating pet cancer through advanced imaging, predictive analytics, and innovative research.