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Call for Samples

Brief Explanation

The Foundation has been contacted by the following Researchers who are seeking samples for the following disorders found to  affect Yorkshire Terriers.  Participation is voluntary and is to be made by the dog's owners or your veterinarians directly with the Research Study personnel. 

 

  Van Andel Research Institute

Grand Rapid, Michigan

CANCER RESEARCH

Federally funded through National Institutes of Health/National Cancer Institute

This grant is studying five types of cancer that occur in BOTH dogs and humans with ultimate goal to develop improved diagnostic and more individualized therapies for both canines and people.  Initially studying five cancers from purebred dog owners, who may own a dog affected with one of these cancers:

  • Hemangiosarcoma

  • Lymphoma (aka Lymphosarcoma, LSA)

  • Osteosarcoma

  • Malignant histiocytosis

  • Melanoma of the mouth or toe

The researcher is requesting fresh (NOT formalin, NOT frozen) tissue samples from tumors, when pets have biopsies, surgeries such as splenectomies, or are euthanized.  Samples may be collected post mortem, as the euthanasia solution does not affect the DNA in either the dog's blood or in the tumor cells.

If a dog with one of these cancers has already been treated (splenectomy, chemo, etc) researcher still would like blood samples along with histopath report confirming the diagnosis.  Need is for 3-5 mls of whole blood in an EDTA (purple top) tube.  Can be sent priority mail as blood can be shipped at room temperature.

If pet is scheduled for surgery or, sadly, euthanasia, and you or your veterinarian contacts ahead of time, a collection kit which includes shipping form, along with collection media and containers will be FedExed as well as including return Fed Ex shipping form.

Owner consent forms and veterinary info pages found on website at: http://www.vai.org/helpingdogs

Questions can be answered by contacting:  Roe Froman, DVM, Senior Veterinary Research Scientist, Van Andel Research Institute, 333 Bostwick Avenue NE, Grand Rapids, MI  49503; Telephone (616) 234-5556; roe_froman@vai_org ;  www.vai.org

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PSS - Dr. Sharon A. Center

Cornell University, Ithaca, NY

 
AKC/CHF Grant #963  Genetic Marker For Liver Shunt 
           Sharon A. Center, DVM, DiplACVIM 
           Professor
           Department of Clinical Sciences
           College of Veterinary Medicine
           Cornell University
           Ithaca, NY 14853
           Phone: 607-253-3060 on page in hospital, 3114: lab, audex
           Fax: 607-253-3788

 

 

Juvenile Renal Dysplasia (JRD)

 www.dogenes.com

FEBRUARY 2008: NEW RESEARCH STUDIES OPEN: ALL BREEDS ARE ELIGIBLE,  specifically seeking Yorkshire Terriers in this study as contacted by Dr. Mary Whitely

(705) 748-0089 – Peterborough, ON - CANADA

For further information:

 http://www.dogenes.com/jrdgeneral.html

 

 

 Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Clemson University Dept. of Genetic and Biochemistry

Contact: Alison Starr -  astarr@clemson.edu

Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease (LCPD) is a debilitating developmental disease that affects toy and miniature breeds of dog. Pain, lameness, and muscle atrophy of the hip joint are the only easily observable indications of the condition, and are sometimes attributed to minor trauma. LCPD is diagnosed by examining x-rays (radiographs) of affected dogs. LCPD is difficult to predict and prevent, but good or excellent quality of life can be acquired with surgery. A new technology, the canine SNP array, will be used to evaluate potential regions of the genome which may harbor the gene(s) causative for LCPD in several miniature and toy breeds.

Alison N. Starr, Ph.D.
Research Assistant Professor 
Department of Genetics and Biochemistry
Clemson University 
100 Jordan HallClemson, SC 
29634-0318
Phone: (864) 656-0191
Fax: (864) 656-0393
Email: astarr@clemson.edu

Click here for the Grant Proposal

 

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 Protein-Losing Enteropathy (PLE)


Washington State University, Pullman WA

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Contacts: 
Dr. Rance Sellon, 509-335-0711  or  Dr. Tamara Wills, 509-335-0745 
 

Washington State University Veterinary Teaching Hospital needs dogs with protein-losing enteropathy (PLE) to participate in a clinical study.  PLE is a term to describe protein loss from the intestine.  Intestinal protein loss can lead to very serious health problems.
CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE  "PLE call for clients"

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Dr. Scott Schatzberg's Communcation to the Foundation states:

"If owner has a Yorkie diagnosed with GME, meningoencephalitis, NE, necrotizing encephalitis, etc., they should feel free to contact me and I will make recommendations on a case by case basis.  If euthanasia is considered, they should touch base with me before putting a dog to sleep.  If there is a way to make it clear that we do NOT have novel therapies at present, this would be much appreciated.  Many times I will get emails asking for the silver bullet for treatment of these disorders, and we simply do not have one at this current time.

"PLEASE keep in mind that this is my secondary email address, and we have an extremely busy hospital and research program --- I will do my best to return emails, but there will undoubtedly be delays."

scott_schatzberg@yahoo.com

 

 

 
 
The YTCA Foundation is a separate 501 C 3 charitable organization for the health and genetic concerns of the Yorkshire Terrier. Contributions are deductible for Federal Income Tax purposes.  It is NOT a breeder referral.
 
Please note that this web site is intended as a source of information only.  It is not intended as a substitute for professional care. Always consult with your Veterinarian about health related matters. The information provided here is a brief outline only of some of the health issues which may be of concern for the Yorkshire Terrier breed and should not be considered as a complete listing.