A Shell-Shocking Coincidence Posted on September 05, 2025

On August 5, both a snapping turtle and a painted turtle arrived at the MSU Veterinary Medical Center in need of medical attention.

A Lifetime of Care: Dr. Gail S. Wolfe’s 54-Year Journey in Veterinary Medicine Posted on September 02, 2025

Gail S. Wolfe (DVM '70) reflects on 54 years of compassionate veterinary care, teaching, and community service in a career that has shaped pets, families, and future veterinarians.

Uncommon Will, Far Better World: A Look Ahead for the MSU College of Veterinary Medicine Posted on August 18, 2025

On the evening of July 26, on the shore of Torch Lake, Chad Munger and Tracy Hickman generously welcomed guests into their home for the launch of the Uncommon Will, Far Better World campaign. Read more and see photos from the event!

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Iodine 131 to treat thyroid carcinoma in “Rocco” from Israel Posted on July 01, 2015

A seven-year-old Labrador cross from Israel named Rocco was presented to Michigan State University Veterinary Medical Center (MSU VMC) Oncology service to discuss treatment options for his recently diagnosed thyroid carcinoma. Six months previously, Rocco’s owner had noticed enlargement in the laryngeal area of his neck.

Emergency treatment and deworming of dehydrated camel Posted on July 01, 2015

Mirage presented to Drs. Vanessa Cook and Jamie Kopper at the Large Animal Emergency Service. Upon arrival, she was recumbent and minimally responsive in the trailer and had to be moved into the hospital while simultaneously instituting emergency diagnostic and stabilization measures.