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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Announcing: Veterinary Education Day Posted on February 04, 2019

Introducing Veterinary Education Day (VetEd), an event for high school students and college undergraduates and graduates interested in the veterinary profession.

MVC: A Premier Event in the Veterinary Industry Posted on January 24, 2019

At the 2019 Michigan Veterinary Conference, 21 faculty, graduate students, and clinicians from the MSU College of Veterinary Medicine, the MSU Veterinary Medical Center, and the MSU Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory will be presenting.

Pets on Pot—Just High or Highly Dangerous? Posted by Courtney Chapin on December 04, 2018

Marijuana products (plants, edibles, lotions, oils, etc.) in the home should be kept securely away from pets, just like alcohol or medications. Pet owners should be particularly vigilant about how they store and use products with concentrated levels of THC.

Students Host "Animal Hospital" Activities at Girls' STEM Day Event Posted on December 03, 2018

This November, MSU College of Veterinary Medicine students taught K-4th graders about veterinary medicine during an annual Girls’ STEM Day event hosted by the MSU College of Engineering.