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First feeding for the future: Colostrum

Tue, Apr 6, 2021

Every calf represents a large investment. The first few hours of a calf's life can determine whether that newborn thrives into adulthood. Feeding for a calf's future health begins with colostrum, which contains the building blocks for long-term

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Vet Med Faces of Research: Dr. Dianne McFarlane

Mon, Apr 5, 2021

Dr. Dianne McFarlane has spent the better part of 20 years researching the impact of aging in animals and age-related disease. A veterinarian, diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine and professor and holder of the

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Removing the Stone

Fri, Apr 2, 2021

The zoological medicine service at the Oklahoma State University veterinary college's Veterinary Teaching Hospital treated an uncommon case recently that involved removing a stone from a salamander's stomach.

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New Emergency and Critical Care Service opens at OSU Veterinary College

Fri, Apr 2, 2021

The veterinary hospital at Oklahoma State University's College of Veterinary Medicine is expanding. With the addition of several new team members, the hospital launched a new and improved Emergency and Critical Care Service for its patients.

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OSU tops state with three 2021 Goldwater Scholars

Mon, Mar 29, 2021

Three Oklahoma State University students have won Barry M. Goldwater Scholarships, the prestigious undergraduate award for outstanding students who seek research careers in the natural sciences, mathematics and engineering.

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COVID-19 and Household Pets

Wed, Mar 24, 2021

The COVID-19 global pandemic impacted our lives, shuttered communities and took away precious human life. Although humans may not have appreciated staying at home, our animal counterparts have probably enjoyed the benefit of the increased time and

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Preparation helps foaling go smoother for both mares and horse managers

Thu, Mar 18, 2021

Complications during the foaling process are always an emergency. Horse managers should develop a working relationship with the attending veterinarian well before foaling.

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A backwards calf will need assistance at birth

Tue, Mar 16, 2021

A cow that is in early labor a long time or one that fails to progress to hard straining may be signaling that the calf is positioned wrong,

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Got oak? Be careful

Mon, Mar 8, 2021

Oklahoma is known for beautiful, shady oak trees. Springtime brings new leaves, buds and blooms while fall brings acorns that cover the ground in grazing areas.

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OSU Veterinary College Embarks on Landmark Study of Skeletal Muscle Function

Mon, Mar 8, 2021

Thanks to an award from the Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation, Dr. Michael Davis will lead a study of the most extensive examination of skeletal muscle mitochondrial function ever accomplished in any athletic species.

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