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Veterinary Viewpoints: Rabies continues to be a threat to pets and livestock

Fri, Apr 30, 2021

While all mammals are capable of being infected with rabies, it's rare in very small mammals, like rats and squirrels. Raccoons, foxes, skunks and other wild animals are often the source of infection for livestock and other domestic animals. Dogs

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Dr. Lara Sypniewski helps care for Pete's Pet Posse

Wed, Apr 28, 2021

As a clinical professor in primary care medicine and surgery, Sypniewski teaches practical hands-on skills to aspiring veterinarians and provides the highest standard of care to her patients at OSU's Boren Veterinary Medical Hospital.

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Oklahoma Veterinary Diagnostic Lab receives Donation from DetectaChem

Wed, Apr 28, 2021

The Oklahoma Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory (OADDL) at Oklahoma State University's College of Veterinary Medicine recently received a $20,000 donation from DetectaChem. Based in Texas, DetectaChem is a privately held company and manufacturer

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OSU’s College of Veterinary Medicine launches institute to find health care innovations

Wed, Apr 28, 2021

Oklahoma State University's College of Veterinary Medicine is making strides in research that can help both people and animals with its new Institute for Translational and Emerging Research in Advanced Comparative Therapy (INTERACT), which focuses

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Pest control vital for overall pet health

Tue, Apr 27, 2021

Controlling pests such as fleas and ticks it vital for overall pet health.

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OSU Veterinary College, Make-A-Wish Oklahoma partner to make 8-year-old Tulsan ‘veterinarian for a day’

Fri, Apr 23, 2021

Addie, an 8-year-old cancer patient from Tulsa, dreams of being a veterinarian. Facilitated by Make-A-Wish Oklahoma, OSU's College of Veterinary Medicine hosted Addie for a day of special activities to fulfill her wish.

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Rep. Dempsey Visits OSU Veterinary College

Tue, Apr 20, 2021

State Representative Eddy Dempsey (R-Valliant) recently visited Oklahoma State University's College of Veterinary Medicine. Rep. Dempsey requested a tour following a presentation at the Capitol about the college and rural veterinary needs in

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When horses roar: Evaluating the equine upper respiratory tract

Mon, Apr 19, 2021

Horses are exceptional athletes that perform in a wide variety of disciplines. Their muscles use a lot of energy, which is largely produced through a process called aerobic metabolism, using oxygen to convert carbohydrates and fats to ATP, the

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Rep. McBride Visits OSU’s Shelter Medicine Program

Tue, Apr 13, 2021

State Rep. Mark McBride (R-Moore) toured Oklahoma State University's College of Veterinary Medicine today. Of particular interest to McBride was the college's Shelter Medicine Program. Earlier this year, McBride authored House Bill 1816. Known as

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Clinicians’ Courses: Free Webinar Series

Mon, Apr 12, 2021

Oklahoma State University's College of Veterinary Medicine announces a new, free online continuing education webinar series for veterinary professionals. Clinicians from the college's Veterinary Teaching Hospital will provide education and guidance

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