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Sentinel Biomedical is a pioneering comparative health company committed to research and scientific innovation. The company’s primary focus is investigating canine cancers and identifying biological changes and environmental influences that may be shared with human cancers, making canines true watchdogs in the area of human health.
Sentinel Biomedical is a proud sponsor of IPFD's Harmonization of Genetic Testing for Dogs Initiative.
About Us:
By taking a comparative approach to research, the company aspires to accelerate the pace of cancer-related discoveries leading to improved diagnosis, treatment and patient outcomes. Sentinel Biomedical created the world’s first and most rapid and reliable early detection system for canine bladder cancer/TCC/UC, allowing for more timely therapeutic intervention. The company continues to develop innovative cancer detection products with forensic level sensitivity, supported by robust research, proven science and leading genetics and oncology experts.
Headquartered at North Carolina State University’s Centennial Biomedical Campus in Raleigh, N.C., the company was formed in 2015 by Matthew Breen, PhD CBiol FRSB and a team of highly experienced researchers.
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For Profit Company, Academic Institution
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Collaborating Partners
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Harmonization of Genetic testing for Dogs (HGTD). Search out tests, diseases (phenes), and labs. Find resources for genetic counselling. -
International Dog Health Workshops
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About IPFD
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An article in the February 2017 edition of the UK's Veterinary Practice takes a look at ongoing national and international efforts to enhance the welfare of pedigreed dogs. It also asks the questio… -
We're truly proud of what we accomplished in our first full year of operation, and we're excited to present a summary of our achievements in the IPFD Annual Report 2015. -
IPFD CEO Dr. Brenda Bonnett is presenting information on breed-specific statistics and strategies in cooperation with Agria Pet Insurance, Sweden. Keep reading for dates and other details. … -
Alan’s passion for Bullmastiffs, and purebred dogs in general, is shared by his wife, Chris Lezotte. They have been active breeders and exhibitors for 30 years, producing 165 champions including BIS… -
3rd Workshop of the International Partnership for Dogs (IPFD): Working together to improve the health of pedigree dogs See the F.C.I. newsletter at the link above or read it below... -
In its third full year of operation, the IPFD, its Partners, Sponsors, and Collaborators truly led by example to advance our mission to enhance dog health, well-being, and welfare. -
The formal agreement was signed 22 Oct 2015 between Pekka Olson, Chair, IPFD and Christian Eymar-Dauphin, President of the French Kennel Club (SCC) confirming that the SCC will host the next IPFD Int… -
In a recent commentary in Dog World, online, Simon Parsons said: " IN TODAY’S world of dog breeding it is impossible for anyone, even the Brits, to exist in isolation. " " In th… -
The initial Board of the IPFD is comprised of individuals with respected international reputations, who represent a broad array of stakeholders in dog health, well-being and welfare and who compris… -
The International science journal Nature has published our response to a recent article, Pet genomics medicine runs wild. -
From the BVA congress held in November 2016 At the Session offered on Thursday, November 17, 2016: Two paws forward, one paw back: are we making any progress on pedigree dog health? prese… -
Below, we present a collection of links and excerpts from media coverage of IPFD's Harmonization of Genetic Testing for Dogs initiative. We will be adding more content as media articles … -
We'd like to share holiday greetings and news from our colleagues at VetCompass. -
A year-end update on the immense progress we've made in the Harmonization of Genetic Testing for Dogs (HGTD) in 2018 and our plans for 2019: -
On the 15th of February 2015, DogWellNet.com entered Phase 2 in development. We officially launched the website at the 2nd International Dog Health Workshop (IDHW) in Dortmund, Germany. T… -
Please visit our Partners and Sponsors pages to keep track of who is joining the IPFD and DogWellNet teams. -
To help to Sponsor this great initiative contact IPFD CEO Brenda.Bonnett@ipfdogs.com or Project Director Aimee.Llewellyn-Zaidi@ipfdogs.com . Genetic Test Providers can learn more about partici… -
We're excited to present a summary of our achievements in our second full year of operation in the IPFD Annual Report 2016. -
IPFD CEO Dr. Brenda Bonnett is among the experts featured in a new Smithsonian Magazine article examining how traits that make brachycephalic dogs adorable also threaten their health and well-being… -
Many thanks to the AKC-CHF and our other sponsors for supporting the collaborative Harmonization of Genetic Testing initiative!!! See the Dog News Annual Issue for the complete… -
PRESS RELEASE – International Dog Health WorkshopThe 2nd International Dog Health Workshop took place over the weekend of 14/15 February, organised by the VDH in partnership with the International Pa… -
NEWS... Animal Welfare Champion Receives Honor Alumna Award Dr. Patricia Olson (Ph.D., '81), named the CVMBS Distinguished Alumna for 2016, has been a teacher, a researcher, and… -
The Finnish dog publication Koiramme profiles the Harmonization of Genetic Testing for Dogs (HGTD) initiative and ongoing efforts by the Nordic Kennel Union in a recent article on canine genetic te… -
The Harmonization of Genetic Testing (HGTD) and IPFD were referenced in an Associated Press Article on February 11, 2019: Dog DNA Testing Takes Off, and Generates Debate
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Pedigreed Breeds
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Bernese Mountain Dogs were originally found in the valleys of the Bernese Oberland of Switzerland and were used as general multi purpose farm dogs. They were draught dogs pulling cart loaded with pr… -
The Heeler is an intelligent, eager-to-please fellow, with a love of people; he enjoys being with children because he likes joining in games.
