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2024 Schedule
Tuesday, May 7, 2024 7:00 pm (EST) – Dr. Heidi Kellihan
“Analyzing the Heartbeat”
Join Dr. Heidi Kellihan for a break down on OFA Cardiac Examinations done on your breeding stock. She will share cardiac abnormalities that a Cardiologist screens for when performing OFA Cardiac Basic and Advanced examinations.
Sign up here https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2067549589891199831 for $39.00 to join the May 7, 2024 webinar with Dr. Heidi Kellihan.
Dr. Heidi Kellihan obtained her DVM from the University of Illinois, Urbana in 2002. Dr. Kellihan performed a small animal rotating internship at California Animal Hospital, Los Angeles from 2002-2003 and completed a cardiology residency at the University of Wisconsin, Madison from 2003-2006. She is currently a clinical professor in cardiology at the University of Wisconsin, Madison. Her primary research and clinical interest focus is pulmonary hypertension. She performs OFA advanced and basic cardiac examinations across the country and enjoys counseling people about their pet’s cardiac examination.
Tuesday, June 18, 2024 7:00 pm (EST) – Dr. Claire Wiley, VMD, DACVIM
“DNA”
You are invited to spend the hour complimentary with AKC DNA Program Executive Director Dr. Claire Wiley, VMD, DACVIM, as she shares DNA basics.
Sign up here https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6228291805567178071 at no cost to join the April 9, 2024 webinar with Dr. Claire Wiley!
Claire Wiley, VMD, DACVIM
Dr. Claire Wiley is the Executive Director of the American Kennel Club (AKC) DNA Program, where the AKC harnesses the power of genetics to help breeders breed better dogs. She previously worked as a Clinician Investigator at the North Carolina State University College of Medicine, where she completed a residency in small animal internal medicine. She also investigated the genomic profiling of canine bladder and prostate cancer, and the use of molecular diagnostics as screening tools for early diagnosis. As part of these studies, she also provides expertise in clinical trials and citizen scientist engagement. Previously, she graduated with a VMD from the University of Pennsylvania, where she helped identify a genetic marker for protein-losing nephropathy in Soft-coated Wheaten terriers. Additionally, Claire has over thirty years of experience breeding, showing, and training Portuguese water dogs.
Tuesday, May 21th, 2024 6:00pm – 7:00pm (EST) – Dr. Claire Wiley, VMD, DACVIM
“AKC DNA + Health Kit”
Sign up here https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6410663401800794971 at no cost to join the May 21, 2024 webinar with Dr. Claire Wiley!
Dr. Claire Wiley talks about the AKC DNA+Health kits, what’s included and best practices to take advantage of this powerful new tool for breeders. This is a great opportunity to learn what health and trait markers are tested and how it’s different from other DNA testing products in the market. Bring your questions and join us for this free live event!! Purchase the new DNA+Health Kits here https://shop.akc.org/products/dna-plus-health-kit?variant=40621444038750
Stay tuned, information coming soon about more breeder webinars scheduled in 2024!
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