News

CDC Bans Import of Dogs Less Than 6 Months Old

The CDC has announced an administrative rule banning the importation of dogs under 6 months of age. The rule goes into effect August 1, 2024. 

Here is the AKC’s full recap of the rule: AKC CDC Rule

NO HOT DOGS!

Learn how to keep your dogs cool and avoid overheating in the hot weather. 

Read article here.

Continued Glaucoma Research with
University of Missouri

BHF is currently developing a research project with the Canine Genetic Diseases Laboratory at the University of Missouri.  This project will “piggyback” on the prior  glaucoma research that was initiated at the University in 2007- 2012 with the late Dr. Gary Johnson.  The 400+ bouvier blood (now stored as DNA) samples from those years are being re-analyzed with the newer genome technology.  The BHF has been helping the Laboratory develop questionnaires and to begin tracking some of those participants and their offspring.  We are also coordinating an exciting new study with them that will analyze DNA from Bouviers who currently have glaucoma. Please contact the BHF if you have a Bouvier with Glaucoma and would be willing to have your dog participate in this important study.  This project is also in need of locating 10 years or older Bouviers with no history of eye diseases to participate. Here is the BHF glaucoma research proposal.

Discounted Health Testing

BHF will again be providing discounted health testing at the National Specialty. BHF will supplement the cost of
echocardiograms and heart ausculations test so that the cost to the owner will be $125. Eye tests will also be
discounted by 50% costing BOUVIERS $30. AKC DNA profile cheek swabs will be available for $40. Join us for
round table discussions and live and taped speakers at the National Specialty at Purina Farms in October.

Here is this year’s schedule for discounted health testing at the National Specialty.

New Bouvier Apparel and Accessories

BHF has introduced a new Bouvier shirt and tote bag design.  Go to our merchandise link and support the BHF now!  This is the link to the new shirt and the design:   

https://www.bonfire.com/store/bouvier-health-foundation/

Use the QR code pictured here to go straight to our site.

New Facebook Page

BHF now has a new and improved Facebook experience for all of you who love Facebook.  Our new Facebook administrator, Nikky Brudner wants to welcome your contributions and participation on our Facebook page.