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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Does the Rise of Animal-Driven Social Media Affect Veterinarians? Posted on March 25, 2019

In today's world, we think of our pets as our family; so much so, we curate a digital identity for them. Their digital identity, though it's trending, affects veterinarians more than we may realize—and not always in a positive way.

To Mexico and Beyond, Part Two Posted on March 22, 2019

Melissa Santonocito, DVM Class of 2019, tells a story about her time in Oaxaca, Mexico, where she was a volunteer with the Mazunte Project.

Your Pet on Pot, or Even CBD: Not a Good Thing, a Toxicologist Explains Posted on March 21, 2019

Dr. John Buchweitz, assistant professor for the Department of Pathobiology and Diagnostic Investigation and section chief of Toxicology, gets real about weed, its many hybrids, and how they affect our pets.

How Food Fraud Affects Consumers and What They Can Do About It Posted on March 20, 2019

The top 10 foods found to be fraudulent and action steps for consumers.