A Meaningful Tribute Brings New Light to the Large Animal Clinic Posted by Kelsie Donaldson on November 21, 2025

For years, visitors arriving at Michigan State University’s Large Animal Clinic—often anxious and uncertain—found themselves unsure of where to go, especially after dark. Now, thanks to a meaningful gift from Mary Jo and Dale Smith in memory of their daughter, alum Kelly Smith, a new sign will light the way for clients and their animals as they arrive at the clinic.

Revolutionizing Veterinary Care: How Ashley Womersley is Driving Compassionate, Tech-Driven Pet Health at Vetr Health Posted by Rachel Vigilante on November 04, 2025

Ashley Womersley (DVM ’12) is redefining veterinary care through Vetr Health—a Grand Rapids–based startup delivering in-home care to transform how veterinarians work and connect with patients.

MSU Treats Retired K9 Officer Facing Cancer Posted by Kelsie Donaldson on November 04, 2025

After years of service protecting others, retired K9 officer Kantor found care and compassion at the VMC during his battle with cancer.

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Levi the horse survives puncture wound to lung Posted on November 15, 2016

10-year-old Levi survived a serious puncture wound that went through his ribs and into his lung thanks to the help of MSU's Equine Services.  

Abbey the cat overcomes severe bone condition Posted on November 10, 2016

After two years of unsuccessful medical treatment, Drs. Sarah Shull and Karen Perry helped Abbey regain her quality of life through surgery and rehabilitation. 

Case Study: 10-year-old paint gelding survives traumatic puncture wound and bilateral pneumothorax Posted on November 04, 2016

Thanks to Drs. Kinsley and Troy of Large Animal, Levi survived a serious puncture wound that went through his ribs and into his lung.

Case Study: Surgery and rehabilitation for 11-year-old cat with lesser-known bone condition Posted on November 04, 2016

11-year-old Abbey was treated with surgery and rehabilitation for medial humeral epicondylitis (MHE), a lesser-known and often misdiagnosed disease.