MSU Alum Fights Rabies on a Global Scale Posted by Donté Smith on April 24, 2026

Anastasia McIntosh (DVM '07) is helping lead a global effort to eliminate dog-mediated rabies deaths, traveling to remote Tanzanian villages to vaccinate animals and protect vulnerable communities.

One Health, One Planet: Extraordinary Vets for Earth Day Posted on April 22, 2026

Earth Day is a reminder that human health is not isolated. Our health is intricately linked to the animals we share the world with and the environment we all inhabit. To celebrate, we've curated a few standout episodes of the Extraordinary Vets podcast with host Dr. Donna Harris.

Why I Pay it Forward: Talking Spartan Mentorship with Alum Dr. Matt Davis Posted on April 10, 2026

Matt Davis (DVM ’03) believes in giving back. Even as a busy equine vet (he founded Davis Equine, located in Adrian, Michigan, in 2023 after years practicing in different states), he finds time to mentor future veterinarians. His commitment to mentoring has taken him to Mexico five times to help teach students as part of the Equine Welfare in Practice international trip.

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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.