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RESEARCH
Research supported
by fundraising
Pivotal to our research into autoimmune diseases
is a wonderful team of dedicated supporters, who
fundraise in honour of their beloved pets. These
fundraisers are helping us get closer to finding new
treatments and hopefully one day, find a cure.
Phoebe's legacy
Lynne and her friend Elaine, have raised over 拢24,000 since
they started fundraising for us in 2018. Phoebe was a happy
and beautiful cocker spaniel who suffered from IMHA for the
last three years of her life. Lynne said: "It was very tragic to
see Phoebe go through everything she went through.
Lynne said:
Phoebe was a special dog,
and we are thankful that
we can make others aware
of this condition. Phoebe
Junior's legacy
By challenging herself to walk, run and cycle for 1000 Dr Barbara Glanemann, Associate Professor
minutes in four weeks, Louise raised over 拢300 in Junior鈥檚 in Small Animal Internal Medicine:
honour. She said: "We sadly lost Junior in June 2023,
and only now am I coming to terms with not having him Support from
around. I wanted to fundraise to improve research in the fundraisers like Lynne and
autoimmune field. I know he will be with me in spirit."
Louise is fantastic. They're
Junior
not only raising money for
research, but they're helping
to increase awareness of
canine autoimmune diseases
in the community.
Be part of the future of veterinary
medicine and join our fundraisers
across the country.
Email act@rvc.ac.uk or phone 01707 666237
and our friendly team will help you.
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