Funder: American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation

Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)

Funding Amounts: Typical awards align with Acorn or Oak grant categories; $370,000 total distributed to date; individual awards vary by project scope.

Summary: Supports early-career researchers conducting innovative research to improve canine health and advance veterinary medicine.

Key Information: Applicants must be within 6 years of completing training (DVM/VMD or PhD).