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 Nurse by Any Other Name: What is a Veterinary Technician? Posted on October 15, 2018

“Veterinarian” is a commonly used term. People outside of the veterinary community—even young children—know what a veterinarian is: a doctor for animals. But when asked about a veterinary technician, the answer isn’t quite so apparent to those outside, or even inside, the veterinary world.

Research and Teaching Grounded in Real-World Applicability Posted on October 09, 2018

Dr. Jane Manfredi shares about her research on metabolic syndrome and other activities at the College.

Potter Park Penguins Visit MSU Posted on October 08, 2018

Five Megallanic penguins from Potter Park Zoo in Lansing, Michigan, travelled to the MSU Veterinary Medical Center for their routine health screenings.

Interview with Dr. Chris Contag Posted on October 02, 2018

Dr. Chris Contag, director of MSU IQ, shares his vision for the University and his thoughts on Phi Zeta Research Day.