October 21, 2021 – Learn about a Foundation-funded study investigating a drug treatment that could help some dogs with this devastating form of cancer.
March 20, 2019 – Foundation-funded work is helping scientists better understand chytrid fungus and its origins, giving clues as to how it might be slowed or even stopped.
March 26, 2020 – Ringworm is a common skin infection in dogs and cats. As pet owners, it’s important to know the common signs of ringworm and the facts about this disease.
June 22, 2023 — The Foundation funds research to help save amphibians around the world, including studies on deadly chytrid fungus, reproduction of endangered animals and new genomic tools.
Updated June 10, 2026 — Hemangiosarcoma is one of the deadliest cancers affecting dogs. Dog owners need to know the latest information on this terrible disease.
February 8, 2024 – Myxomatous mitral valve disease (MMVD) is a mouthful to say – but did you know it’s the most common heart disease in dogs? Learn more about signs, diagnosis and treatment.
September 17, 2017 – The Foundation stepped up when diet-associated heart disease was first was noted in 2016 and 2017. Learn more about this important topic.
Updated June 10, 2026 – Learn what's new with the Hemangiosarcoma Initiative, a multiyear effort to advance the prevention, detection and treatment of, and potentially cures for, this devastating cancer.