The presentation by Dr. Meg Sleeper, VMD, DACVIM (Cardiology) was provided exclusively for the educational benefit of members of the American Chinese Crested Club (ACCC). The information shared was intended for general learning and discussion. It was not veterinary advice and should not be used to diagnose, treat, or manage any individual dog’s medical condition. Members should consult their own licensed veterinarians for case‑specific guidance. All presentation materials—including the PowerPoint slides, the recorded webinar, and any examples or commentary—are the intellectual property of Dr. Sleeper. Under the ACCC’s agreement with her, these materials may not be copied, recorded, distributed, or shared in any form, including screenshots, summaries, or reposting of the video link. The presentation and recording are being provided solely for personal reference by ACCC members. By accessing these materials, members agree to respect these terms and maintain the confidentiality of the content.

Our committee works every day to gather reliable information, consult with experts, and help guide our membership through the ever‑evolving landscape of canine health. Educational opportunities like this one are a vital part of that mission, and we’re thrilled to bring you a speaker whose expertise is truly exceptional.

Dr. Sleeper graduated *cum laude* from the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine and completed a rotating internship in medicine and surgery at the Mid‑Atlantic Equine Medical Center. After becoming board‑certified in cardiology, she spent many years in Penn’s cardiology section before joining the University of Florida as a Clinical Professor of Cardiology in 2015.

She is a prolific researcher and author, with more than **85 peer‑reviewed original papers**, over **50 review papers and case reports**, and **five textbooks**. Her work focuses on inherited heart diseases—especially inherited cardiomyopathies—comparative cardiology, and therapeutic gene transfer. She also serves on the editorial board of *Frontiers in Veterinary Science* and has held multiple leadership roles within the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Cardiology). Dr. Sleeper was nominated for **Westminster Kennel Club’s Veterinarian of the Year** in both 2022 and 2024.