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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Pet Allergies: Dust, Food, Fleas–or Something Else? Posted on May 05, 2016

Follow these tips from the MSU Veterinary Medical Center's Dermatology Service to help manage your pet's allergies. 

Tracking Ticks in Swaziland Posted on May 04, 2016

Chris Kellogg received the Leo LeBlanc International Scholarship and traveled to Swaziland to reduce disease transmission and prevalence caused by ticks.  

Teaching, Research, Outreach, and Service in Six Days Posted on May 03, 2016

Bull Breeding Soundness Examinations (BSE) check the fertility of bulls through clinics. Our MSU team traveled around the state for one week, offering this service to Michigan farmers. 

Love is Blind: Sebastian the Rescue Cat Posted on April 28, 2016

The MSU Veterinary Medical Center's Ophthalmology team made a major change for Sebastian when he came in with a severe eye infection. Now, with both eyes removed, Sebastian is loving life with his new owners.