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Events Approved by AKC per their website as of 11/20/22
Only those events approved by AKC before this publication is printed are listed.
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Contact the Event Chairs of these events with any questions.
Mississippi Dachshund Club January 14, 2023
Mississippi State Fairgrounds 1207 Mississippi St., Jackson, MS Web Site: http://www.msdachshund.org/ Entries for this event are limited to: 100
Florida Classic Park 5360 Lockhart Road, Brooksville, FL Web Site: http://fgcdachshundclub.com/ Entries for this event are limited to: 100 Closing Date: Wednesday, December 28, 2022 Event Chair: Kathy zMcGehee 336 Nations Lane SE, Brookhaven, MS 39601 kathymcgehee52@gmail.com • 601-835-6764
For additional information contact:
Onofrio Dog Shows, L.L.C., Superintendent
P.O. Box 25764
Oklahoma City, OK 73125-0764 • (405) 427-8181 mail@onofrio.com
Closing Date: Wednesday, December 28, 2022 Event Chair: Mary Stolz 180 Motor Rd., Lexington, NC 27295 marydoxy.ms@gmail.com • 813-215-3580
For additional information contact:
MB-F Inc., Superintendent
P.O. Box 22107, Greensboro, NC 27420-2107 (336) 379-9352 • mbf@infodog.com Judges:
Breed: (L) Jerry Cerasini (S) Jerry Cerasini (W) Jerry Cerasini
Judges:
Breed: (L) Mrs. Karen C. Wilson (S) Mrs. Karen C. Wilson (W) Mrs. Karen C. Wilson
Junior Show: Mrs. Karen C. Wilson Sweepstakes: Please contact event secretary/superintendent or review premium list for Sweepstakes class and judge information.
Mississippi Dachshund Club January 15, 2023
Mississippi State Fairgrounds 1207 Mississippi St., Jackson, MS Web Site: http://www.msdachshund.org/ Entries for this event are limited to: 100
Florida Classic Park 5360 Lockhart Road, Brooksville, FL Web Site:http://fgcdachshundclub.com/ Entries for this event are limited to: 100
Florida Classic Park 5360 Lockhart Road, Brooksville, FL Web Site: http://fgcdachshundclub.com/ Entries for this event are limited to: 100
Florida Classic Park 5360 Lockhart Road, Brooksville, FL Web Site: http://fgcdachshundclub.com/ Entries for this event are limited to: 100 Closing Date: Wednesday, December 28, 2022 Event Chair: Kathy McGehee 336 Nations Lane SE, Brookhaven, MS 39601 kathymcgehee52@gmail.com • 601-835-6764
For additional information contact:
Onofrio Dog Shows, L.L.C., Superintendent
P.O. Box 25764
Oklahoma City, OK 73125-0764 • (405) 427-8181 mail@onofrio.com
Closing Date: Wednesday, December 28, 2022 Event Chair: Carol Blancato 3912 Rudder Way, New Port Richey, FL 34652 1952havin@gmail.com • 727-741-8243
For additional information contact:
MB-F Inc., Superintendent
P.O. Box 22107, Greensboro, NC 27420-2107 (336) 379-9352 mbf@infodog.com
Closing Date: Wednesday, January 4, 2023 Event Chair: Mary Stolz 180 Motor Rd., Lexington, NC 27295 marydoxy.ms@gmail.com • 813-215-358
For additional information contact:
MB-F Inc., Superintendent
P.O. Box 22107, Greensboro, NC 27420-2107 (336) 379-9352 mbf@infodog.com
Closing Date: Wednesday, January 4, 2023 Event Chair: Carol Blancato 3812 Rudder Way, New Port Richey, FL 34652 1952havin@gmail.com • 727-741-s8243
For additional information contact:
MB-F Inc., Superintendent
P.O. Box 22107, Greensboro, NC 27420-2107 (336) 379-9352 mbf@infodog.com Judges:
Breed: (L) Mrs. Sulie Greendale-Paveza (S) Mrs. Sulie Greendale-Paveza (W) Mrs. Sulie Greendale-Paveza
Junior Show: Mrs. Sulie Greendale-Paveza
Judges:
Breed: (L) Mrs. Terry M. DePietro (S) Mrs. Terry M. DePietro (W) Mrs. Terry M. DePietro
Junior Show: Mrs. Terry M. DePietro
Judges:
Breed: (L) Mrs. Mary Olich Nie (S) Mrs. Mary Olich Nie (W) Mrs. Mary Olich Nie
Junior Show: Mrs. Mary Olich Nie
Judges:
Breed: (L) Mr. Walter “Wally” M. Jones (S) Mr. Walter “Wally” M. Jones (W) Mr. Walter “Wally” M. Jones
Junior Show: Mr. Walter “Wally” M Jones (p) Please contact event secretary/superintendent or review premium list for Sweepstakes class and judge information.
Greater Portland Dachshund Club January 18, 2023
Portland Metropolitan Exposition Center 2050-2060 North Marine Dr., Portland, OR http://greaterportlanddachshundclub.com/home Entries for this event are limited to: 100 Closing Date: Friday, December 30, 2022 Event Chair: Georjan Bridger P.O. Box 21352, Salem, OR 97307 georjiesdogevents@gmail.com • 503-931-7099
For additional information contact:
Georjie’s Dog Events, Event Secretary
P.O. Box 21352, Salem, OR 97307 georjiesdogevents@gmail.com • 503-931-7099 Judges:
Breed: (L) Miss Evalyn Gregory (S) Miss Evalyn Gregory (W) Miss Evalyn Gregory
Junior Show: Miss Evalyn Gregory Sweepstakes: Please contact event secretary/superintendent or review premium list for Sweepstakes class and judge information.
Greater Portland Dachshund Club January 18, 2023
Portland Metropolitan Exposition Center 2050-2060 North Marine Dr., Portland, OR http://greaterportlanddachshundclub.com/home Entries for this event are limited to: 100 Closing Date: Friday, December 30, 2022 Event Chair: Georjan Bridger P.O. Box 21352, Salem, OR 97307 georjiesdogevents@gmail.com • 503-931-7099
For additional information contact:
Georjie’s Dog Events, Event Secretary
P.O. Box 21352, Salem, OR 97307 georjiesdogevents@gmail.com • 503-931-7099
San Diego Dachshund Club, Inc. February 24, 2023
Del Mar Fairgrounds 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar, CA Web Site: http://www.sddc.us Entries for this event are limited to: 100
San Diego Dachshund Club, Inc. February 25, 2023
Del Mar Fairgrounds 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar, CA Web Site:http://www.sddc.us Entries for this event are limited to: 100
Dachshund Club of St. Louis, Inc. March 3, 2023
Purina Farms 200 Checkerboard Drive, Gray Summit, MO Web Site:http://www.dachshund-stl.org/ Entries for this event are limited to: 100
Dachshund Club of St. Louis, Inc. March 3, 2023
Purina Farms 200 Checkerboard Drive, Gray Summit, MO Web Site:http://www.dachshund-stl.org/ Entries for this event are limited to: 100
Dachshund Club of California March 3, 2023
Lake Perris State Recreation Area 17801 Lake Perris Dr. Perris, CA Entries for this event are limited to: 100 Judges:
Breed: (L) Mr. David W. Haddock (S) Mr. David W. Haddock (W) Mr. David W. Haddock
Junior Show: Mr. David W. Haddock Sweepstakes: Please contact event secretary/superintendent or review premium list for Sweepstakes class and judge information.
Closing Date: Wednesday, February 8, 2023 Event Chair: Cheryl Lemon 5609 Amaya Dr. Apt. 232, La Mesa, CA 91942-3685 lemonc@cox.net • 619-787-8824
For additional information contact:
Jack Bradshaw Dog Shows, Superintendent 320 Maple Avenue, Torrance, CA 90503 (323) 727-0136 • smail@jbradshaw.com
Closing Date: Wednesday, February 8, 2023 Event Chair: Cheryl Lemon 5609 Amaya Dr. Apt. 232, La Mesa, CA 91942-3685 lemonc@cox.net • 619-787-8824
For additional information contact:
Jack Bradshaw Dog Shows, Superintendent 320 Maple Avenue, Torrance, CA 90503 (323) 727-0136 • smail@jbradshaw.com AKC National Owner-Handled Series
Judges:
Breed: (L) Jan Schirmer (S) Jan Schirmer (W) Jan Schirmer
Junior Show: Jan Schirmer
Judges:
Breed: (L) Carole Beyerle (S) Carole Beyerle (L) Carole Beyerle
Closing Date: Wednesday, February 15, 2023 Event Chair: Lauren Ebel 1703 Menard Dr., Belleville, IL 62220 lme327@hotmail.com • 618-960-7550
For additional information contact:
Foy Trent Dog Shows, Superintendent
P.O. Box C, Sturgeon, MO 65284-0397 (573) 687-2101 • info@foytrentdogshows.com
Closing Date: Wednesday, February 15, 2023 Event Chair: Lauren Ebel 1703 Menard Dr., Belleville, IL 62220 lme327@hotmail.com • 618-960-7550
For additional information contact:
Foy Trent Dog Shows, Superintendent
P.O. Box C, Sturgeon, MO 65284-0397 (573) 687-2101 • info@foytrentdogshows.com Judges:
Breed: (L) Mr. Jerry M. Watson (S) Mr. Jerry M. Watson (W) Mr. Jerry M. Watson
Judges:
Breed: (L) Mr. Dan J. Harrison (S) Mr. Dan J. Harrison (W) Mr. Dan J. Harrison
Closing Date: Wednesday, February 15, 2023 Event Chair: Ms. Lisa M. Pino 11166 Big Dipper D., Jurupa Valley, CA 91752-2111 crazyqlisa@aol.com • 951-743-6798
For additional information contact:
Jack Bradshaw Dog Shows, Superintendent 320 Maple Avenue, Torrance, CA 90503 (323) 727-0136 • smail@jbradshaw.com AKC National Owner-Handled Series
Judges:
Breed: (L) Mrs. Joan Goldstein (S) Mrs. Joan Goldstein (W) Mrs. Joan Goldstein
Dachshund Club of California March 3, 2023
Lake Perris State Recreation Area 17801 Lake Perris Dr. Perris, CA Entries for this event are limited to: 100
Badger Dachshund Club, Inc. March 11, 2023
Oshkosh Kennel Club 220 W. Packer Avenue, Oshkosh, WI Web Site: http://www.badgerdc.org Entries for this event are limited to: 100 Closing Date: Wednesday, February 22, 2023 Event Chair: Carolyn Lewis 10216 316th Ave., Princeton, MN 55371 casoria@ecenet.com • 612-991-7563
For additional information contact:
Kathy Dachlet, Event Secretary 7821 Morrison Rd., Greenleaf, WI 54126 (920) 864-2752 • k9secretary@centurytel.net AKC National Owner-Handled Series
Judges:
Breed: (L) Mr. James Donahue (S) Mr. James Donahue (W) Mr. James Donahue
Badger Dachshund Club, Inc. March 11, 2023
Oshkosh Kennel Club 220 W. Packer Avenue, Oshkosh, WI Web Site: http://www.badgerdc.org Entries for this event are limited to: 100 Closing Date: Wednesday, February 22, 2023 Event Chair: Carolyn Lewis 10216 316th Ave., Princeton, MN 55371 casoria@ecenet.com • 612-991-7563
For additional information contact:
Kathy Dachlet, Event Secretary 7821 Morrison Rd., Greenleaf, WI 54126 (920) 864-2752 • k9secretary@centurytel.net AKC National Owner-Handled Series
Judges:
Breed: (L) Dr. Judi M. Roller (S) Dr. Judi M. Roller (W) Dr. Judi M. Roller
Badger Dachshund Club, Inc. March 12, 2023
Oshkosh Kennel Club 220 W. Packer Avenue, Oshkosh, WI Web Site: http://www.badgerdc.org Entries for this event are limited to: 100 Closing Date: Wednesday, February 22, 2023 Event Chair: Carolyn Lewis 10216 316th Ave., Princeton, MN 55371 casoria@ecenet.com • 612-991-7563
For additional information contact:
Kathy Dachlet, Event Secretary 7821 Morrison Rd., Greenleaf, WI 54126 (920) 864-2752 • k9secretary@centurytel.net AKC National Owner-Handled Series
Judges:
Breed: (L) Dr. Edna K. Martin (S) Dr. Edna K. Martin (W Dr. Edna K. Martin
Junior Show: Dr. Edna K. Martin
Dachshund Fanciers Association of Berks County March 18, 2023
York Interstate Fairgrounds Rt 74 Carlisle Ave., York, PA Closing Date: Wednesda, March 1, 2023 Event Chair: Nancy Dougherty P.O. Box 121, Lewisville, PA 19351-0121 ndoughe982@aol.com • 610-207-5990
For additional information contact:
Jim Rau Dog Shows, Ltd., Superintendent
P.O. Box 6898, Reading, PA 19610-0898 (610) 376-1880 • info@raudogshows.com Judges:
Breed: (L) Ms. Celeste M. Gonzalez (S) Ms. Celeste M. Gonzalez (W) Ms. Celeste M. Gonzalez
Hound Group: Allen L. Odom
NOHS Group Dr. Albert P. Bianchi
Junior Show: Dr. Tracy Powell (p)
Louisville Dachshund Club March 17, 2023
Kentucky Fair & Exposition Center 937 Phillips Ln. Louisville, KY Entries for this event are limited to: 100
Louisville Dachshund Club March 18, 2023
Kentucky Fair & Exposition Center 937 Phillips Ln. Louisville, KY Entries for this event are limited to: 100 Closing Date: Wednesday, February 15, 2023 Event Chair: Ms. Lisa M. Pino 11166 Big Dipper D., Jurupa Valley, CA 91752-2111 crazyqlisa@aol.com • 951-743-6798
For additional information contact:
Jack Bradshaw Dog Shows, Superintendent 320 Maple Avenue, Torrance, CA 90503 (323) 727-0136 • smail@jbradshaw.com AKC National Owner-Handled Series
Judges:
Breed: (L) Jerry Cerasini (S) Jerry Cerasini W) Jerry Cerasini
Closing Date: Wednesday, March 1, 2023 Event Chair: Walter “Wally” Jones 165 N. Cayman Isles Blvd., Englewood, KY 34223 pedigreejones@gmail.com • 502-419-7241
For additional information contact:
MB-F Inc., Superintendent
P.O. Box 22107, Greensboro, NC 27420-2107 (336) 379-9352 • mbf@infodog.com AKC National Owner-Handled Series Judges:
Breed: (L) Mrs. Jane T. Fowler (S) Mrs. Jane T. Fowler (W) Mrs. Jane T. Fowler Please contact event secretary/superintendent or review premium list for Sweepstakes class and judge information.
Closing Date: Wednesday, March 1, 2023 Event Chair: Walter “Wally” Jones 165 N. Cayman Isles Blvd., Englewood, KY 34223 pedigreejones@gmail.com • 502-419-7241 For additional information contact: MB-F Inc., Superintendent P.O. Box 22107, Greensboro, NC 27420-2107 (336) 379-9352 • mbf@infodog.com AKC National Owner-Handled Series
Judges: Breed: (L) Deedy Sorenson (S) Deedy Sorenson (W) Deedy Sorenson
Dallas-Ft Worth Dachshund Club March 21, 2023
Purina Farms 200 Checkerboard Drive, Gray Summit, MO Web Site: http://www.dfwdachshund.com Entries for this event are limited to: 100 Closing Date: Thursday, March 2, 2023 Event Chair: Ms. Lexa Richmond 124 Oakhurst Drive, Bedford, TX 76022 hialeahdachshunds@gmail.com • 432-210-9666
For additional information contact:
Georjan Bridger, Event Secretary
P.O. Box 21352, Salem, OR 97307-1352 (503) 931-7099 • georjiesdogevents@gmail.com Judges:
Breed: (L) Ronda Bermke (S) Aubrey Nash (W) Ms. Lynne Allen
Junior Show: Ronda Bermke
Dachshund Club of America, Inc. March 22, 2023
Purina Farms 200 Checkerboard Drive Gray Summit, MO Web Site: http://www.dachshundclubofamerica.org
Dachshund Club of America, Inc. March 24, 2023
Purina Farms 200 Checkerboard Drive Gray Summit, MO Web Site: http://www.dachshundclubofamerica.org
Dachshund Club of New Jersey March 24, 2023
New Jersey Convention and Exposition Cntr. 97 Sunfield Ave. Edison, NJ Entries for this event are limited to: 100 Closing Date: Wednesday, March 8, 2023 Event Chair: Carrie Hamilton 9621 Bachelor Rd., Kutztown, PA 19530-8570 hamiltce@ptd.net • 610-285-2469
For additional information contact:
Jim Rau Dog Shows, Ltd., Superintendent
P.O. Box 6898, Reading, PA 19610-0898 (610) 376-1880 • info@raudogshows.com Judges:
Breed: (L) Frederick R. Vogel (S) Frederick R. Vogel (W) Frederick R. Vogel
Dachshund Club of New Jersey March 25, 2023
New Jersey Convention and Exposition Cntr. 97 Sunfield Ave. Edison, NJ Entries for this event are limited to: 100 Closing Date: Wednesday, March 8, 2023 Event Chair: Carrie Hamilton 9621 Bachelor Rd., Kutztown, PA 19530-8570 hamiltce@ptd.net • 610-285-2469
For additional information contact:
Jim Rau Dog Shows, Ltd., Superintendent
P.O. Box 6898, Reading, PA 19610-0898 (610) 376-1880 • info@raudogshows.com AKC National Owner-Handled Series
Judges:
Breed: (L) Nancy L. Dougherty (S) Nancy L. Dougherty (W) Nancy L. Dougherty
Dachshund Club of Santa Ana Valley April 29, 2023
Canyon RV Park 24001 Santa Ana Canyon Rd. Anaheim, CA Web Site:http://www.dcsav.org/
Dachshund Club of Santa Ana Valley April 30, 2023
Canyon RV Park 24001 Santa Ana Canyon Rd. Anaheim, CA Web Site: http://www.dcsav.org/ Closing Date: Friday, March 3, 2023 Event Chair: Mr. Carl Holder 1130 Redoak Dr., Lumberton, TX 77657 candachs@aol.com • 409-781-5537
For additional information contact:
Georjan Bridger, Event Secretary
P.O. Box 21352, Salem, OR 97307-1352 (503) 931-7099 • georjiesdogevents@gmail.com
Closing Date: Friday, March 3, 2023 Event Chair: Mr. Carl Holder 1130 Redoak Dr., Lumberton, TX 77657 candachs@aol.com • 409-781-5537
For additional information contact:
Georjan Bridger, Event Secretary
P.O. Box 21352, Salem, OR 97307-1352 (503) 931-7099 • georjiesdogevents@gmail.com
Closing Date: Wednesday, April 12, 2023 Event Chair: Steve Shultz 3817 Seven Oaks Dr., Corona, CA 92881-0737 cherevee@sbcglobal.net • 951-314-8091
For additional information contact:
Eileen A. Parr, Event Secretary 18780 Munsee Rd., Apple Valley, CA 92307-1426 (760) 946-9048 • parrkees@mac.com
Closing Date: Wednesday, April 12, 2023 Event Chair: Steve Shultz 3817 Seven Oaks Dr., Corona, CA 92881-0737 cherevee@sbcglobal.net • 951-314-8091
For additional information contact:
Eileen A. Parr, Event Secretary 18780 Munsee Rd., Apple Valley, CA 92307-1426 (760) 946-9048 • parrkees@mac.com Judges:
Breed: (L) Ms. Sherrill C Snyder (S) Mrs. Frances H. Forrester (W) Mr. Scott Deans
Junior Show: Mrs. Frances H. (Marci) Forrester
Points For Reserve Available
Judges:
Breed: (L) Mrs. Lorraine Simmons (S) Eric Henningsen (W) Dianne R. Graham Sweepstakes: Please contact event secretary/superintendent or review premium list for Sweepstakes class and judge information.
AKC National Owner-Handled Series
Judges:
Breed: (L) Mr. John Brading (S) Mr. John Brading (W) Mr. John Brading
AKC National Owner-Handled Series Judges:
Breed: (L) Mrs. Lisa Young (S) Mrs. Lisa Young (W) Mrs. Lisa Young
Junior Show: Mrs. Lisa Young
Sweepstakes: Please contact event for
Sweepstakes class and judge information. continued on next page...
Dachshund Club of America, Inc. June 22, 2023
Clackamas County Fairgrounds 694 NE 4th Ave. Canby, OR http://www.dachshundclubofamerica.org
Greater Portland Dachshund Club June 23, 2023
Clackamas County Fairgrounds 694 NE 4th Ave., Canby, OR http://greaterportlanddachshundclub.com/home Entries for this event are limited to: 100 Closing Date: Wednesday, June 7, 2023 Event Chair: Georjan Bridger P.O. Box 21352, Salem, OR 97307 georjiesdogevents@gmail.com • 503-931-7099
For additional information contact:
Georjan Bridger, Event Secretary
P.O. Box 21352, Salem, OR 97307-1352 (503) 931-7099 • georjiesdogevents@gmail.com
Closing Date: Wednesday, June 7, 2023 Event Chair: Georjan Bridger P.O. Box 21352, Salem, OR 97307 georjiesdogevents@gmail.com • 503-931-7099
For additional information contact:
Georjan Bridger, Event Secretary
P.O. Box 21352, Salem, OR 97307-1352 (503) 931-7099 • georjiesdogevents@gmail.com Judges:
Breed: (L) Dr. Kenneth H. Levison (S) Dr. Kenneth H. Levison (W) Dr. Kenneth H. Levison
Junior Show: Dr. Kenneth H. Levison
Judges:
Breed: (L) Nancy L. Dougherty (S) Nancy L. Dougherty (W) Nancy L. Dougherty
Junior Show: Rhonda Silveira
Greater Portland Dachshund Club June 23, 2023
Clackamas County Fairgrounds 694 NE 4th Ave., Canby, OR http://greaterportlanddachshundclub.com/home Entries for this event are limited to: 100
Cascade Dachshund Club September 9, 2023
Stanwood-Camano Community Fair 6431 Pioneer Hwy. Stanwood, WA Web Site:http://www.cascadedachs.org/ Closing Date: Wednesday, June 7, 2023 Event Chair: Georjan Bridger P.O. Box 21352, Salem, OR 97307 georjiesdogevents@gmail.com • 503-931-7099
For additional information contact:
Georjan Bridger, Event Secretary
P.O. Box 21352, Salem, OR 97307-1352 (503) 931-7099 • georjiesdogevents@gmail.com
Closing Date: Wednesday, August 23, 2023 Event Chair: Jean Dieden 3535 Swede Hill Rd., Clinton, WA 98236-8803 manager@animalhospitalbythesea.com • 360-631-0329
For additional information contact:
BaRay Event Services, Inc., Superintendent
P.O. Box 508,Burlington, WA 98233-0508 (360) 755-7086 • dogshows@barayevents.com Judges:
Breed: (L) Ms. Debra Thornton (S) Ms. Debra Thornton (W) Ms. Debra Thornton
Junior Show: Ms. Debra Thornton
Please contact event secretary/superintendent or review premium list for Sweepstakes class and judge information.
AKC National Owner-Handled Series
Judges:
Breed: (L) Jerry Cerasini (S Jerry Cerasini (W) Jerry Cerasini
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Progress Continues in the Development of a New Treatment for Canine Bone Cancer
by Sharon M. Albright, DVM, CCRT
Osteosarcoma is the most common primary bone cancer diagnosed in dogs, usually affecting the limbs of large and giantbreed dogs and mixed breeds. Unfortunately, cancer spread to the lungs (metastasis) is common with this disease. Recommended treatment involves removing the tumor by amputating the affected limb or use of limbsparing surgical techniques followed by chemotherapy. These procedures do have high complication rates and surgery may not be an option for dogs with additional health problems.
Histotripsy appears to be a well-tolerated and effective treatment for canine bone cancer.
With funding from the AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), investigators at VirginiaMaryland College of Veterinary Medicine are studying a new, non-surgical treatment option for canine osteosarcoma known as histotripsy. This treatment uses ultrasound waves to breakup tumor tissue in a precise location without heating up the tissues or causing harm to surrounding normal structures like skin, muscle, or nerves. Progress continues in developing this promising new treatment.
After designing and constructing a custom histotripsy treatment system for dogs, investigators tested it on bone tumor samples removed from client-owned dogs. Treatment in this study successfully disintegrated the tumor tissue without damaging surrounding skin or muscle.
Next, they completed a clinical trial performing histotripsy on 5 client-owned dogs with suspected osteosarcoma. Participants received the experimental treatment followed by standard limb amputation. Real-time monitoring and post-operative microscopic examination of the tissues showed that histotripsy again destroyed the target tissue without affecting surrounding tissues. Participating dogs had no significant adverse effects during or after histotripsy.
One promising finding from these studies is that histotripsy can destroy tumor tissues of varied composition. Even though bone tumors are made of differing amounts of mineralized and softer tissues, histotripsy appears able to adequately destroy the tumor.
There are still many questions to answer about histotripsy: Which imaging techniques work best for real-time treatment monitoring and assessing the response to treatment? What is the optimal histotripsy dose? What is the long-term safety and efficacy of this treatment? And finally, how does the immune system respond to tumor destruction by histotripsy – is it primed to fight cancer cells that have spread elsewhere in the body? CHF and its donors remain committed to answering these questions to develop a noninvasive treatment option for canine bone cancer. Thus far, histotripsy appears to be a welltolerated and effective treatment for canine osteosarcoma.
Learn more about CHF-funded canine bone cancer research at akcchf.org/osteosarcomaRPA.
