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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The Fly-In to Capitol Hill Posted on March 04, 2016

Students Matthew Kuhn and Isaac Burrell attended this year's Legislative Fly-In. Kuhn shares about the importance of their presence and his experience at this year's event. 

Helping Miss Piggy Posted on March 01, 2016

Our Large Animal Clinic, Orthopedic Surgery Service, and Rehabilitation Service all teamed up to help Penelope the pig recover from a fracture. 

New Baby Bull Arrives Happy and Healthy Posted on February 29, 2016

A blog from Dr. Kopper on the recent birth of a bull calf.

Saving a Hero Posted on February 26, 2016

Ike is one of 10 dogs in the national ATF Special Response Team K9 Program. The MSU emergency team saved this heroic and highly trained emergency rescue dog.