Taking better care of our best friends.
Since 1978, the Companion Animal Health Fund has supported specialized veterinary training, innovative research and the introduction of new technology at its home — the Western College of Veterinary Medicine on the University of Saskatchewan campus in Saskatoon, Sask.
Each year, the Fund provides members of WCVM's faculty and graduate students with an average of $70,000 in funding to support a range of companion animal health research studies. As well, the Fund contributes to the specialized training of graduate students through its annual research fellowship program. Another major goal for the Fund is to contribute to the purchase of vital equipment and new technologies at the College's Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
The secret to the Fund’s success is the tremendous support that it receives from a variety of people, groups and businesses. Donations from hundreds of pet owners, veterinarians, breed and sport organizations, pet health companies and humane societies have helped to transform WCVM into an international centre of excellence for companion animal health education, research and specialized services.
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