Small Animal Theriogenology Residency
Forecasted
Small Animal Theriogenology Residency supports veterinarians with training in canine reproductive health and clinical genetics to expand specialist expertise and prepare them for board certification.
Funder: American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $150,000 per residency, including indirect costs; two- or three-year programs
Summary: Supports canine-focused residency training in reproductive health and clinical genetics to prepare veterinarians for ACT board certification.
Key Information: Applications must come from U.S. veterinary schools with active ACT-approved residency programs and board-certified ACT faculty mentors.
Description
The Small Animal Theriogenology Residency is a partnership between the American Kennel Club, the AKC Canine Health Foundation, and the Theriogenology Foundation. It supports residency positions focused on canine reproductive health and reproduction, expanding the number of specialists in companion animal reproduction and clinical genetics. The program invests in veterinarians specializing in the medical and surgical management, treatment, and research of canine reproductive health and disease, while promoting the health of purpose-bred and purebred dogs.
Training combines hands-on clinical experience, didactic education, and research mentorship to prepare residents for American College of Theriogenology (ACT) board certification. Programs must provide the mentorship, educational training, clinical competencies, caseload, and research support needed for successful credentialing. Rigorous training in canine clinical genetics is encouraged.
