Canine Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation Residency Program
Funds residency training for veterinarians specializing in evidence-based canine sports medicine and rehabilitation, preparing them for ACVSMR board certification and advancing care for athletic and working dogs.
Funder: American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Recent awards: $244,000–$300,000 per residency; total funding to date $330,000+; typically 1–2 residencies funded per cycle.
Summary: Supports residency training for veterinarians pursuing board certification in canine sports medicine and rehabilitation, with emphasis on evidence-based care for athletic and working dogs.
Key Information: Only board-certified ACVSMR diplomates at accredited U.S. ACVSMR residency programs may apply.
Description
This program funds the residency training of veterinarians aiming to achieve board certification in canine sports medicine and rehabilitation through the American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation (ACVSMR). The initiative is designed to prepare specialists to address the unique needs of athletic and working dogs, as well as those requiring rehabilitation for conditions such as arthritis and neurological impairments. The program emphasizes evidence-based medicine, providing clinical training, didactic education, and research opportunities under the guidance of experienced faculty mentors. The ultimate goal is to equip residents for successful ACVSMR board certification and to advance the field of canine sports medicine and rehabilitation.
