Dog Resources
Cancer Research To Help Goldens
As most of you know, there is a high incidence of cancer in Golden Retrievers. The 1998 Health Survey done by the Golden Retriever Club of America (GRCA) reported that hemangiosarcoma will strike 1 in 5 Goldens, and lymphoma will hit 1 in 8 Goldens. There is a lot of research currently being done about these two cancers.
Amazingly, there is now even a blood test for lymphoma. But what you may not know is that if you ever find yourself in the sad situation of one of your Goldens being diagnosed with cancer, you can help with the research. No one wants to think about that, but the GRCA has published some info you can give your vet if you want to send blood and tissue samples to the researchers before your dog’s treatment begins. It’s important that they be sent before any medications/treatment be given to your dog. You would be helping the breed and all Golden owners.
Because of this high incidence of cancer, Goldens are now the pilot breed for a new DNA database. This will allow researchers access to family groups needed for specific genetic research studies. The DNA is linked to a health history (clearances) and a pedigree.
Mile-Hi Golden Retriever Club
Mile-Hi Golden Retriever Club is a group of Golden Retriever fanciers that was first organized in the Denver area in 1966. Their goals are to encourage and promote the breeding of pure-bred Golden Retrievers and to do all possible to bring their natural qualities to perfection; to urge members and breeders to accept the standard of the breed as approved by The American Kennel Club as the only standard of excellence by which Golden Retrievers shall be judged; to do all in their power to protect and advance the interests of the breed by encouraging sportsmanlike competition at dog shows, obedience trials, agility trials, hunt tests and field trials; and to conduct sanctioned and licensed specialty shows, obedience trials, agility trials, and field trials under the rules of The American Kennel Club.
Pet Ownership Calculator
A great starting point to understand related costs of adopting a new family member. http://www.thesimpledollar.com/pet-cost-calculator/
Morris Animal Foundation
We’re looking for a few good pups—3,000 to be exact—to be part of the most groundbreaking study ever undertaken to improve the lives of dogs. Morris Animal Foundation’s Golden Retriever Lifetime Study tracks volunteer dogs’ health for life in order to gain insights into preventing and treating cancer and other canine diseases.
Ted Terroux Canine College
http://www.tedterrouxdogtraining.com/ – Excellent training for the dog owner and dog
