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Successful Grants for 2025

Congratulations to the following research teams who have received funding from the Australian Canine Research Foundation for 2025. In no particular order:

Using molecular tools to detect benzimidazole-resistant A. caninum in Australian greyhound kennels.

This project will use genetic analysis to look for resistance of hookworms to benzimidazoles which are commonly used to treat worms in dogs. Studies done overseas suggest resistance in hookworms is developing for medications used to treat worms in dogs. This Australian study looks at the problem in greyhounds, but the results are applicable to all dog breeds. The results of this study will guide future decisions on how to manage worms in the canine population.

Correlation and agreement of jugular and central venous oxygen saturation

Dogs are frequently admitted to hospital for emergency problems related to low oxygen levels. This includes problems like heart failure, pneumonia, and shock. In humans, oxygen levels are measured using catheters placed into the large veins of the heart. This study will look at similar methods in dogs admitted to hospital and compares blood oxygen in catheters from the large central veins of the heart with blood taken much more easily from the jugular vein. If a good correlation is found this may lead to easier and accurate assessment of oxygen levels in dogs and will assist the treatment of diseases associated with low oxygen like shock and heart failure.

Developing phage cocktail to combat antimicrobial resistance in canine dermatitis

Phages are viruses that can kill bacteria. Phage therapy is a promising method for treating antibiotic resistant bacterial infections. This is particularly important as multiple antibiotic-resistant bacteria have emerged in humans and now in dogs.  These antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections in dogs, are a cause for concern among veterinarians on how to treat these resistant skin infections. This study will look at the use of a phage cocktail to treat the resistant bacterial species Staphylococcus cultured from the skin infections of dogs. The initial work will be done with resistant bacteria grown in culture. This study may lead to improved therapy for antibiotic resistant bacteria and address the problem of antibiotic resistance developing in common skin infections in dogs. 

Evaluation of combination therapy for preventing recurrent ear infections in dogs

This study aims to develop new treatments for recurring ear infections in dogs. These infections are common and often caused by bacteria that form protective layers called biofilms, which make them harder to treat. The new treatment will combine three substances: enrofloxacin (an antibiotic), and two new agents to help break down the biofilm that houses the bacteria. The research could lead to improvement in how to treat recurring ear infections in dogs and make it easier for pet owners, to prevent and treat ear infections. A good outcome could lead to new products for treating recurrent ear infections in dogs.

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