Australian Companion Animal Health Foundation - ACAHF
Our aim - To help make the lives of our pets longer, more comfortable and free of disease
What is the ACAHF?
The Australian Companion Animal Health Foundation (ACAHF) was established in 1989 as a non-profit trust of the Australian Veterinary Association (AVA). The major aim of the Foundation is to help to fund investigative projects to further our knowledge of the cause, treatment and prevention of the clinical diseases of companion animals, mainly dogs and cats. Funding for this type of clinical activity is typically not available from government or university funding bodies. The foundation raises money through donations from veterinarians and companies associated with the pet industry, pet owners and other concerned members of the public. All gifts and donations to the Foundation are tax deductible to the donor, under the Income Tax Assessment Act.
How does the ACAHF operate?
Elected Trustees oversee the operation of the ACAHF and funds donated to the ACAHF are distributed to clinical research projects after careful assessment by a Research Committee, consisting of eminent veterinarians from veterinary schools and private practices around Australia. Any research involving animals must conform to the very strict welfare guidelines of the AVA and the National Health and Medical Research Council, and the Research Committee. The trustees of the Foundation monitor all research that is carried out under funding by the Foundation and a progress report is given on each project in the Annual Report. The Australian Small Animal Veterinary Association (ASAVA), a Special Interest Group of the AVA, donates office space and administrative support for the Foundation. This helps to keep administrative costs to a minimum and allows virtually all the money donated to the Foundation to be used for the benefit of companion animals.
What kind of investigations are carried out?
The type of research funded is wide ranging, but it must be for the direct benefit of companion animal species. Some examples would be investigation into arthritis, heart disease, diabetes and cancer, that focus on a better understanding of the basic disorder, and thus lead to improved methods of treatment and prevention.
Download Grant Application Form
Please use page 1 and 2 as a guide only. Page 3 and 4 are to be completed and copies are to be attached to each copy of your grant application. Once completed, please send your application to the address below.
ACAHF
Unit 40, 6 Herbert Street
St Leonards NSW 2065
Australia