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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On the Other Side of the World: College Faculty Visit Japan Posted on August 03, 2016

College faculty from the Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences traveled to Japan to learn more about the Japanese agricultural system and the needs of their producers and veterinarian.

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.