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.

Students in Focus: Recapping the 2026 White Coat Ceremony Posted on February 24, 2026

Each year, a special ceremony marks an important milestone in the education of every student at the MSU College of Veterinary Medicine: the White Coat Ceremony.

Bobby the Baby Donkey Receives Critical Care at MSU Posted by Kelsie Donaldson on February 20, 2026

When newborn donkey Bobby faced a sudden health crisis, a rapid response from MSU’s Veterinary Medical Center helped put the foal on the road to recovery.

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​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.

Barn Cat Project Provides Care for Feral Cats Posted on December 01, 2016 Third-year DVM student Mackenzie Gallegos shares her experience with the Barn Cat Project.
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.