Appa Earns His Blazer: Meet MSU College of Veterinary Medicine's Newly Certified Facility Dog Posted by Donté Smith on March 17, 2026

He brings out smiles in the hallways, draws students out of their study rooms, and collects pets like currency. Appa, the MSU College of Veterinary Medicine's facility dog, has officially earned his certification and his place in the heart of this community.

Mazunte Project Brings Students and Service to Mexico for 25 Years Posted on March 11, 2026

In 2026, a hearty handful of Spartans journeyed to Oaxaca, Mexico for the Mazunte Project, marking a quarter century of the program.

Bridging the Gap: How the IRONDOG Fund Provides Safety Nets for Pets like Jake Posted by Donté Smith on February 26, 2026

When a severe injury left Jake the dog in need of emergency care, his owner Sandy Martens looked to the MSU Veterinary Medical Center for help. Discover how the compassionate medical team and the IRONDOG Fund provided the support this family needed to find hope in a moment of crisis.

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The Importance of Living the Dream Posted on January 24, 2017 First-year DVM student Eric Ham reflects on the College's Martin Luther King Jr. Day event.
Growing Gills: Reflecting on My First Semester of Vet School Posted on January 17, 2017 First-year DVM student Meredith Anderson shares lessons learned during her first semester.
​Finding my passion: advocating for animal welfare Posted on January 13, 2017 Second-year DVM student Rachel Baumgardner shares her experience as a part of the Animal Welfare Team.
Emergency Service Saves Competitive Sports Dog Posted on January 10, 2017

MSU's Emergency and Critical Care Medicine Service saved Nero, a one-and-a-half year old German Shepherd during urgent surgery.