The Animal Cancer Care and Research (ACCR) program provides cutting-edge care to animals with cancer and conducts research in the area of oncology where humans and animals interface. This unique program leverages current areas of expertise within the University of Minnesota system, but draws heavily from the College of Veterinary Medicine and the Masonic Cancer Center.
The Animal Cancer Care and Research program is a cornerstone of the Comparative Medicine Signature Program at the College of Veterinary Medicine, as well as a Developmental Research Program at the Masonic Cancer Center.
Leaving a Legacy
Thunder, a high-profile golden retriever sire, died of lymphoma. In honor of Thunder, Rhonda Hovan founded the Starlight Fund to support research efforts to prevent and cure cancer in dogs. Cancer strikes 60 percent of golden retrievers. Lymphoma affects 1 in 8. Learn more about Thunder's legacy.
Kate died from chondrosarcoma, a form of bone cancer. Osteosarcoma, or bone cancer, affects 1 in 8 Rottweilers. In honor of Kate, Teresa and Robin Koogler created The Kate Koogler Canine Cancer Fund, to help fund bone-related cancer research. Learn more about Kate's legacy.
