Funder: American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation

Due Dates: October 21, 2025 (Pre-proposal) | January 1, 2026 (Full proposal)

Funding Amounts: Acorn: up to $30,000 (short-term); Oak: over $30,000 (multi-year, up to 3 years); both allow 15% max indirect costs.

Summary: Supports early-career canine health researchers with up to three years of funding to advance independent research and career development.

Key Information: Requires a pre-proposal; only applicants without a faculty appointment are eligible.