Active Neurological Studies
Epilepsy
AKC Canine Health Foundation has launched a major research effort concerning epilepsy in dogs. For more information see: http://www.akcchf.org/canine-health/top-health-concerns/epilepsy .
Active Research Study
Epilepsy study in Collies and Shetland Sheepdogs – Dr. Leigh Anne Clark, Department of Pathology, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Georgia is the primary investigator of this study.
Epilepsy is a major health concern of Collies and Shetland Sheepdogs and has been a primary focus of canine genetics research; however, no genetic studies have been conducted to understand the genetic basis of epilepsy specifically in these breeds.
DNA samples from affected Shelties and affected or unaffected Collies are needed. The unaffected Collies must be 8 years or older, have never had a seizure, and have no known relatives affected with epilepsy.
Affected dogs must be diagnosed with idiopathic epilepsy by a veterinarian.
FedEx shipping expenses will be covered and participation in the study is confidential. For more details, please contact Tori Rudolph at Tori.Rudolph@uga.edu