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Veterinary Viewpoints: Ticks on Livestock

Jun 1, 2024

In Oklahoma, ticks are detected on livestock throughout the year, and tick-borne disease is commonly diagnosed. With milder winters and high humidity, tick numbers appear to be increasing across the state, so let Oklahoma State University summarize

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Perfecting Practice: Three generations dedicate their lives to veterinary medicine in rural Oklahoma

May 28, 2024

In the heart of rural Oklahoma in 1969, Dr. Edward McCrary opened the McCrary Veterinary Hospital. Three generations later, McCrary veterinarians continue to care for animals and serve their community in Watonga, Oklahoma.

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OSU professor helps Friends for Folks Inmate Dog Training Program

May 14, 2024

A great program with an even better story is a perfect way to describe the Friends for Folks Inmate Dog Training Program at the Mable Basset Correctional Center in McLoud, Oklahoma.

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OSU receives top marks in QS Stars international ratings

May 13, 2024

Oklahoma State University has earned a 5 Star rating in the latest QS Stars ratings, announced by higher education analyst QS — Quacquarelli Symonds.

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Harley beats the odds after car accident

May 2, 2024

After being hit by a car, Harley, a beloved family boxer, was rushed to an animal emergency room when he was found unable to use his back legs. After extensive testing, veterinarians found Harley didn't have any broken bones but rather intense

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Veterinary Viewpoints: Severe weather and pets

May 1, 2024

Severe weather can pose significant risks to pets. Whether it's thunderstorms, hurricanes, tornadoes, or extreme heat, these weather events can be distressing and dangerous for our animal companions.

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Butcher receives 2024 Excellence in Research Mentoring Award

Apr 25, 2024

Dr. Josh Butcher, an Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine assistant professor, was awarded the 2024 Excellence in Research Mentoring Award. The award honors faculty mentors for their success and impact in supervising

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OSU hosts record-setting Undergraduate Research Symposium

Apr 18, 2024

At Oklahoma State University, students explore diverse fields, from music to accounting and biochemistry to architecture, driving impactful research that begins in the classroom. As a land-grant institution, OSU empowers undergraduates to embark on

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Veterinary Viewpoints - Heartworm Disease: Prevention is key

Apr 1, 2024

As we all anticipate warmer weather and enjoying the outdoors with our pets, it is important to remember to protect your dogs from parasites. One of the parasites that dogs need protection from is Heartworms.

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Preventing Coccidiosis in Weaned Calves

Mar 29, 2024

Coccidiosis is an intestinal disease that primarily affects younger cattle. Clinical disease most commonly occurs in calves around weaning due to an increase in stress and is rare in adult cattle. The disease may occur in confined cattle or cattle

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OSU One Health research targets swine microbiome to reduce antibiotic reliance

Mar 18, 2024

Dr. Joy Scaria, OSU's Walter R. Sitlington Endowed Chair in Infectious Diseases, has been awarded a $385,000 U.S. Department of Agriculture grant to investigate microbiome-targeted interventions for swine gastric disorders over three years.

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