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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Case Study: MSU’s First Laser Ablation for Equine Polyp Posted on January 09, 2025

For the first time at MSU, clinicians employed laser ablation to treat a polyp found in the glandular mucosa of Sam, a 13-year-old Irish Sporthorse gelding used in upper-level dressage.

Long Feathers and Long Necks: How to Anesthetize a Peacock Posted on December 13, 2024

Anesthetizing a peacock comes with vastly different considerations than a dog or a cat would. Spartan veterinary anesthesiologists walk through the differences.

Photo Blog: Alumni and Friends Reception at AAEP 2024 Posted by Kelsie Donaldson on December 12, 2024

See photos from the MSU CVM Reception at AAEP, which was held at the Hyatt Regency Orlando on December 9, 2024.

Time, Talent, and Treasure: Veterinary Engagement with Students and Colleges Posted on November 25, 2024

Alum Alexander Strauch discusses methods of alumni engagement that work toward a win-win-win goal: to benefit students, the College, and the veterinary industry.