Researchers will study if toxic heavy metals are associated with increased risk of health challenges in aging dogs, including cognitive decline, hearing loss and visual decline.
Researchers will study the genetic basis of subvalvular aortic stenosis in Newfoundland dogs, a high-risk breed for developing this devastating heart condition.
Researchers will conduct a health assessment of snake species native to the coastal wetlands of the southeastern United States, including the prevalence of snake fungal disease, to inform conservation strategies.
Researchers will assess which factors contribute to the high rates of compliance and retention in the Golden Retriever Lifetime Study and identify important considerations to guide future research studies.