Appa Earns His Blazer: Meet MSU College of Veterinary Medicine's Newly Certified Facility Dog Posted by Donté Smith on March 17, 2026

He brings out smiles in the hallways, draws students out of their study rooms, and collects pets like currency. Appa, the MSU College of Veterinary Medicine's facility dog, has officially earned his certification and his place in the heart of this community.

Mazunte Project Brings Students and Service to Mexico for 25 Years Posted on March 11, 2026

In 2026, a hearty handful of Spartans journeyed to Oaxaca, Mexico for the Mazunte Project, marking a quarter century of the program.

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.

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Out of the Fire and into the ICU: MSU Saves Dog Rescued from House Fire Posted on April 01, 2019

After being rescued from a house fire, Stella, a two-year-old female Rottweiler, fought for her life at the Michigan State University Veterinary Medical Center’s Emergency and Critical Care Medicine Service.

MSU Veterinary Orthopedics Research Presentation Videos Posted on March 29, 2019

Watch as residents share about their latest orthopedic research.

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.