Pug Research Grant Program

The Pug Research Grant Program, established by the ACVO Vision for Animals Foundation, aims to advance research on pug pigmentary keratopathy. Funded by the Pug Dog Club of America, this program supports projects lasting one to two years, completing by 2027. Proposals are evaluated based on scientific merit, innovation, and the proposed impact on pug health. Collaborative efforts from diverse teams are encouraged, ensuring a comprehensive approach to research in veterinary ophthalmology.

The American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists’ Vision for Animals Foundation (ACVO-VAF) is a nonprofit organization that invests in science to advance animal ophthalmic health. Thanks to a generous donation from the Pug Dog Club of America, the ACVO-VAF is now calling for proposals for the 2025 Pug Research Grant program. The goal of this research initiative is to promote research efforts on pug pigmentary keratopathy.
Funding is available for projects of one- to two- years in duration and must be completed by end of calendar year 2027. Proposals will be evaluated on study design and scientific merit, innovation, feasibility of proposed research, and the potential impact on pug pigmentary keratopathy. The inclusion of power analyses to justify sample size and the inclusion of carefully selected control animals is extremely important and will be considered by reviewers. Projects must adhere to the Guidelines for Ethical Research in Veterinary Ophthalmology (GERVO).

Eligibility

Applications are encouraged from academic institutions, private practices, or a collaboration between the two.Collaborative, multi-disciplinary teams of investigators who can approach discovery research from multiple perspectives will be considered a strength. Only one application is permitted from each Principal Investigator.

Ineligibility

Indirect costs are not allowed.