VIP Funded Research

We have an active program of supporting research into the diseases of Poodles.

Between November 2001 and October 2006, the Poodle Epilepsy Research Project at Florida State under Dr. Barbara G. Licht received a total of $18,285 in direct donations from Versatility in Poodles.

In late 2009 we funded current research in the amount of $500 to the Rabies Challenge Fund.

In late 2009, we funded current research in the areas of Canine Hemangiosarcoma and Epilepsy through our Donor Advised Fund with the American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation (AKC CHF). Click Here for more information on how this fund works. Reports from the CHF at the end of 2009 state that VIP has $7,072.36 remaining in the fund. Click Here to see this report.

The total designated to specific research grants given to the AKC CHF through 2009 is $39,625. These funds are matched by AKC. Click on the Name of the Grant to see the full disclosure.

We have an ongoing educational program to help new owners, breeders and potential puppy owners learn about all aspects of Poodle ownership and care from planning a breeding to the geriatric dog. Material is made available to individuals, to clubs and for educational booths at selected fairs and events.

We would encourage you to make a tax-deductible contribution to support our efforts by sending a check to:

Versatility In Poodles, Inc.
1929 Van Buren Ave SE
Bemidji, MN 56601

Or a contribution may be made via by Paypal at "www.paypal.com" using "vip_tsr@yahoo.com" as the Recipient's Email address (note that this is a VIP donation in the comments section at PayPal).

Thank you very much for any assistance that you can provide.