Grants for Dog Seizures
Epilepsy, which causes seizures in dogs, is often an inherited disorder that affects some breeds (such as Australian Shepherds and collies) more often than others. For this reason there are several researchers and supporting grant programs that are dedicated to understanding and better treating canine epilepsy. There are also grants available for private owners of dogs with epilepsy.
AKC Canine Health Foundation
The American Kennel Club's Canine Health Foundation give grants to research canine diseases. Grants awarded have included research to study epilepsy in dogs.
Collie Health Foundation
The Collie Health Foundation aims to learn more about diseases that affect all dogs, with a focus on collies. To meet this goal the organization gives grants to organizations and individuals researching canine diseases including epilepsy.
Food & Drug Administration
The FDA through the Minor Use and Minor Species grant program gives money to support new drug research for animals. This does include epilepsy medication research for dogs.
The Pet Fund
The Pet Fund is a nonprofit organization that helps individual families pay for medical treatment for their pets. Owners of dogs with epilepsy can apply for funds to pay for veterinary services directly related to their dog's condition.
American Animal Hospital Association Foundation (AAHA)
The AAHA's Helping Pets Fund gives grants to veterinarians to help provide care for sick pets when owners are unable to pay the costs. Veterinarians can apply for the grant for qualifying owners of canines with epilepsy.
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