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Cancer is a leading cause of death in dogs. The Morris Animal Foundation in Denver is working on a multi-year study to understand what might be causing that cancer. The study is also uncovering other health findings connected to dogs. Dr. Kelly Diehl is a veterinarian and the Senior Director of Science and Communications for the Morris Animal Foundation.