We’re focused on the big issues important to the health and welfare of Kiwi pets. Our research increases the scientific body of knowledge that helps to improve care, and results in new and better diagnostic investigation and treatment options for Kiwi pets. We also support studies into the value of pets to society, the human-pet bond, and we aim to communicate our findings to the public.
Our Objectives
- To promote better public understanding of companion animal welfare, breeding, nutrition, management, health, diseases and performance.
- To encourage the study and understanding of companion animals in New Zealand.
- To foster project or welfare work in connection with companion animals.
- To assist with projects related to advancing the wellbeing of all companion animals.
Current Projects Underway
2024
- Grant: Research in Practice
- Recipient: Patrick Smith
- Project Title: Testing for cytotoxic residues in the homes of veterinary patients on chemotherapy and veterinary staff handling chemotherapy drugs
- Status: Underway
2024
- Grant: Research in Practice
- Recipient: Rhea Jagdhane
- Project Title: Lavage Volume in Blind BAL: Catheter Size vs. Body Weight
- Status: Underway
2022
- Grant: Research in Practice
- Recipient: Kelsey Renner
- Project Title: Pharmacokinetics and observational study of remdesivir in cats with FIP
- Status: Completed. Awaiting publication
2022
- Grant: Human-Animal Bond
- Recipient: Elysha de Rybel
- Project Title: Oxytocin responses to domestic dog-handler interactions in a doggy-daycare environment
- Status: Completed thesis. Awaiting publication.
2021
- Grant: Research in Practice
- Recipient: Lorna Hardy
- Project Title: Echocardiographic measurements and cardiac biomarker concentrations in dogs presenting with diarrhoea.
- Status: Completed. Awaiting publication