 It pointed out that the Kennel Club had started funding research into syringomyelia in Cavaliers but that breeders were not taking the issue seriously.It also pointed out that because of her proactive approach to the syringomyelia issue, Cavalier owner Carol Fowler had been subject to vitriolic attacks in online mailing lists.Breeder Margaret Carter also took up the issue after her own dogs were diagnosed with the condition, and she is lobbying for change as part of the Breed Club's health committee.