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To raise money to fund critical research into the genetic, communicable and acquired diseases that plague our beloved breed, the Rottweiler. |
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To raise money to fund critical research into the genetic, communicable and acquired diseases that plague our beloved breed, the Rottweiler. |
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For all those attending the ARC national in Pomona, CA, don't miss Dr. Jaime Modiano on Friday, April 19 at 4PM as he speaks about his latest research. Dr. Modiano is a leading expert in the finding the causes for cancer, understanding the mechanisms that drive tumor behavior and tumor progression. The presentation will be held in the Merlot Room at the Sheraton Fairplex, prior to the Top 20 event. Don't miss it! |
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We are pleased to announce in 2013, we will be supporting the following research:
We are also very pleased to have donated $25,000 (06/2012-06/2013) to Dr. David Waters for his continuing longevity and cancer resistance studies. We wish him continued success! |
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Thank you all who have offered a memorial donation or simply a general donation to RHF. Special thanks to the Southwestern Rottweiler Club for again giving a substantial donation! |
Circle 2000 Nominee:
Memorial Registry:
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See Dr. Modiano live at the 2013 ARC National Specialty on Friday, April 19 at 4PM in the Merlot Room - Sheraton Fairplex, Pomona, CA. Since its inception five years ago, the Animal Cancer Care and Research (ACCR) program has been breaking new ground in scientific discovery and implementation of new strategies to improve our ability to detect, treat, and ultimately prevent cancer in companion animals and people. Dr. Modiano recently sent a comprehensive overview of those research areas the ACCRP is currently managing at the University of Minnesota. |
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Dr. Waters 2013 Old Grey Muzzle Tour (Facebook page) 'CHALLENGE GRANT' - Rottweiler Health Foundation Announces 'Challenge Grant' to clubs and Individuals to further support Dr. Waters Aging & Cancer Research at Murphy Foundation’s Center for Exceptional Longevity Studies
Read the June, 2012 Update from Dr. Waters. |
If you are considering participation in the cancer research done by the Modiano Lab, please review these forms:
Participating in the cancer mapping projects: Visit the Modiano Lab for updated information on how you and your dog can participate in ongoing cancer studies: http://modianolab.org/studyInfo/studyInfo_index.shtml Investigators are enrolling all purebred dogs that fall into any of the following categories:
Have been diagnosed with OSA
Over eight years old and without cancer
Have other types of cancer/hereditary diseases (see the
comprehensive list at
Dog DNA)
Researchers need 5ml (=1 teaspoon) of blood in a purple top tube (EDTA
tube). The sample can be mailed in at room temperature, as long as it
arrives within a week from the time it was taken. A consent form signed by
the owner must be sent in with the sample. The consent form can be found at
Dog DNA along with more detailed instructions. You can also contact the
investigators by e-mail
dog-info@broadinstitute.org. If you are also able to donate a sample
from your dog's tumor in addition to the blood please contact the Modiano
lab at the University of Minnesota by emailing
Mitzi Lewellen, call the lab (612-626-6890), or email the website
contact
lab@modianolab.org. All samples sent to Dr. Modiano's lab will be shared
with the Broad Institute and with Dr. Matthew Breen's laboratory at North
Carolina State University.
All the information regarding your dog is kept strictly confidential, and
the genetic disposition of any dog will never be made public.
To view our latest funded research - please visit the funded research page
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General donations to:
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| The National Canine Cancer Foundation Blood Test For Canine Cancer |
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