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  FAQs: Thyroid Diagnostics & Treatment-- W. Jean Dodds, DVM  
  Q. When do classical clinical signs of canine hypothyroidism appear?....(Click here to download full text of the FAQ)  
     
  Practical Understanding of Thyroid Disease-- W. Jean Dodds, DVM  
  Hypothyroidism is the most common endocrine disorder of canines, and up to 80% of cases result from autoimmune (lymphocytic) thyroiditis....(Click here to download full text of the paper)  
     
  Preserving And Improving Canine Health And Longevity  
  This review outlines general and specific approaches to preserve and improve the overall health and lifespan of companion animals, and specifically the dog....(Click here to download full text of the paper)  
     
  2015 HEMOPET REPORT for the IWS THYROID STUDY PROJECT -- W. Jean Dodds, DVM  
  Cumulative Number of IWS Tested for Thyroid Function by Years 2007-2015...(Click here to download full text of the findings)  
     
  2014 HEMOPET REPORT for the IWS THYROID STUDY PROJECT -- W. Jean Dodds, DVM  
  The following report summarizes the most recent findings for that began shortly after my presentation at the IWSCA 2006 National Specialty....(Click here to download full text of the findings)  
     
  2013 HEMOPET REPORT for the IWS THYROID STUDY PROJECT -- W. Jean Dodds, DVM  
  The following report summarizes the 2013 findings for the study....(Click here to download full text of the findings)  
     
  2012 HEMOPET REPORT for the IWS THYROID STUDY PROJECT -- W. Jean Dodds, DVM  
  The following report summarizes the 2012 findings....(Click here to download full text of the findings)  
     
  2010 HEMOPET REPORT for the IWS THYROID STUDY PROJECT -- W. Jean Dodds, DVM  
  The following report summarizes the 2010 findings for that began shortly after my presentation at the IWSCA 2006 National Specialty....(Click here to download full text of the findings)  
     
  2009 HEMOPET REPORT for the IWS THYROID STUDY PROJECT -- W. Jean Dodds, DVM  
  The following report summarizes the 2009 findings for the IWS Thyroid Study...(Click here to download full text of the findings)  
     
  2008 HEMOPET REPORT for the IWS THYROID STUDY PROJECT -- W. Jean Dodds, DVM  
  The following report summarizes our findings for 2008 the IWS Thyroid Study that began shortly after the IWSCA 2006 National Specialty...(Click here to download full text of the findings)  
     
  2007 HEMOPET REPORT for the IWS THYROID STUDY PROJECT -- W. Jean Dodds, DVM  
  The following report summarizes our findings for 2007 the IWS Thyroid Study that began shortly after my presentation at the IWSCA 2006 National Specialty...(Click here to download full text of the findings)  
 
  Hemopet Study To Determine A Breed-Specific Thyroid Normal Range And Potential DNA Genetic Marker For The Irish Water Spaniel -- Florence Blecher  
 
In November 2004, after a discussion of thyroid issues on the IWS Breeders' List, I contacted W. Jean Dodds, DVM (CV attached) about the possibility of undertaking a breed-specific thyroid study for Irish Water Spaniels... (Click here to download full text of the proposal)
 
  Thyroid Disease and Autoimmune Thyroiditis -- W. Jean Dodds, DVM  
 
Hypothyroidism is the most common endocrine disorder of canines, and up to 80% of cases result from autoimmune (lymphocytic) thyroiditis. The heritable nature of this disorder poses significant genetic implications for breeding stock... (Click here to download full paper)
 
  Autoimmune Lymphocytic Thyroiditis – The Unknown Epidemic?? © 2005 -- Sinbajé Basenjis  
 
Surveys conducted in the mid 1990's by the AKC Delegate Committee on Health Research showed thyroid disease to be the number one health concern of major breed clubs, placed ahead of hip dysplasia and epilepsy in breeds with a high incidence of both... (Click here to read full paper)
 
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  Recombinant Thyrotropin (TSH): Standard for the Next Generation of Canine TSH Immunoassays with Improved Sensitivity – Duncan Ferguson, DVM, PhD, University of Georgia  
 
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Hypothyroidism, a failure of the thyroid gland, is the most common hormonal abnormality in dogs, causing a variety of medical problems in many breeds, including hair loss and skin infections.... (Click here to download full paper)

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