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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In Pursuit: Solving the Mystery of Shivers Posted on May 24, 2016

After describing specific types of shivers, Dr. Stephanie Valberg is in hot pursuit of identifying the origin and treatments for this neuromuscular disease in horses.

Life and Death: Food Safety Culture Posted on May 18, 2016 The threats posed by foodborne pathogens are real and so is the commitment of leaders among the food production system to the safety of their customers.
Conducting the Sixth Lead Screening in Flint Posted on May 17, 2016

The MSU Veterinary Medical Center continues free lead screenings for the Flint community, the sixth of which is detailed in this pictorial. 

Remembering Ellie: Star Teaching Dog Posted on May 12, 2016

The MSU Veterinary Medical Center remembers a beloved teaching dog who made a world of difference for students, faculty, and staff alike.