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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Cockapoo Makes a Comeback with MSU Neurosurgery and Rehabilitation Teams Posted on July 25, 2016

After a slipped disc, Ozzy needed surgery and rehabilitation to get his quality of life back. 

Making a Comeback: 15-Year-Old Hit-and-Run Cat Recovers Posted on July 08, 2016

After working with emergency, surgery, and rehabilitation, Red, a 15-year-old cat who was in a hit-and-run accident with an ATV, is going home. 

My Thai Adventure Posted on June 23, 2016

Moriah Johnson, 2016 ESP participant, reflects on how her experience at an elephant sanctuary in Thailand led her to pursue a veterinary career. 

A Day in the Life of Rudy Posted on June 21, 2016

Rudy, a 12-year-old husky, visits the Dr. Elwood and Linda Collins Rehab Center three times a week to help manage his progressive disc disease.