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.

Students in Focus: Recapping the 2026 White Coat Ceremony Posted on February 24, 2026

Each year, a special ceremony marks an important milestone in the education of every student at the MSU College of Veterinary Medicine: the White Coat Ceremony.

Bobby the Baby Donkey Receives Critical Care at MSU Posted by Kelsie Donaldson on February 20, 2026

When newborn donkey Bobby faced a sudden health crisis, a rapid response from MSU’s Veterinary Medical Center helped put the foal on the road to recovery.

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‘A Little Prince:’ Surgical Implants Help Colt Recover from Leg Fracture Posted on October 25, 2023

Thanks to advancements in equine orthopedic surgery, fractures that once would have been considered end-of-the-road are not always so dire. Here’s how Spartan veterinarians helped Percy return to full function after a broken leg.

Case study: A broken leg is not always the end for horses Posted on October 20, 2023

Percy, a 3-month-old American Paint Horse colt, was presented to the Large Animal Emergency Service at the MSU Veterinary Medical Center with his mare for severe, acute left forelimb lameness. Here's how a Spartan surgeon addressed his injury.

Fueled by Love: Philanthropist of the Year Facilitates Scholarships and Hospital Renovations Posted by Kelsie Donaldson on October 05, 2023

Meet the 2023 Philanthropist of the Year, Nancy Brookins, an animal lover who established two endowed scholarships and gave generously to the recent Hospital renovation.

Alum Dr. Bruce Francke Donates Animal Paintings to AVMA Charity Auction Posted by Kelsie Donaldson on September 26, 2023

At this year’s AVMA Convention, Bruce Francke (DVM ’91) turned his love for painting into a contribution to The Street Dog Coalition.