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Livestock show preparation: Biosecurity to prevent/reduce the spread of disease

Wed, Feb 22, 2023

Spring livestock shows are quickly approaching with summer junior nationals and fall fairs not far behind. Biosecurity should be a priority for exhibitors and their teams before, during and after the show to maintain the health and welfare of the animals shown as well as the herd at home.

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Veterinary Viewpoints: Cultivating veterinarian and producer relationships

Fri, Jan 13, 2023

What does a great relationship between a veterinarian and livestock owner look like? Livestock owners and veterinarians can agree that a strong relationship is critical for success in animal health and when done right, can be rewarding for all involved.

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Veterinary Viewpoints: Fall brings increase in equine laminitis cases

Tue, Nov 01, 2022

Equine laminitis is a condition of the horse's feet that results from a disruption of blood flow to the laminae, which is the structure that secures bone and soft tissue to the hoof wall.

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OSU Vet Med expands rural veterinary interest/knowledge with IBC program

Thu, Oct 20, 2022

The current shortage of rural veterinarians has brought many challenges to Oklahoma communities, but the Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine administration and faculty have worked diligently to overcome these challenges and provide effective solutions.

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No shortage of ‘pixie dust’ at OSU Vet Med

Fri, Oct 14, 2022

Immediately after Tinkerbell’s birth her owners noticed swelling on the bottom of her abdomen. Quick action and exceptional care made all the difference for mammoth donkey foal, Tinkerbell.

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Community invited to explore OSU Vet Med at Open House

Tue, Oct 11, 2022

The Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine Open House returns from 9 a.m. to 4 pm. on Saturday, Oct. 29.

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Veterinary Viewpoints: Keeping your pets safe this Halloween

Tue, Oct 04, 2022

Halloween is a fun time of dressing up, decorating and enjoying sweet treats. Pets are part of the family so of course we want to include them in the fun, but we must be aware of Halloween hazards.

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Veterinary Viewpoints: The Basics of Goat Care

Thu, Sep 01, 2022

Goats by nature are very tolerant of all kinds of weather and can adapt to many different styles of housing. Despite their hardiness, when goats are under extreme wet and drafty conditions for long periods of time they are vulnerable to respiratory infection and hypothermia.

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Study abroad course advances One Health initiative

Fri, Aug 12, 2022

Pre-vet and pre-med students study abroad in Mexico to learn more about their career path and the One Health initiative

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Vet Med professor, alumna receives prestigious AASRP award

Thu, Aug 11, 2022

According to the American Association of Small Ruminant Practitioners, Meredyth Jones, DVM, MS, DACVIM-LA, received the Dr. George McConnell Award. Jones is an Associate Professor of Food Animal Medicine in the veterinary clinical sciences department at the Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine.

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Veterinary Viewpoints: Keeping pets and livestock healthy during summer heat

Mon, Aug 01, 2022

Summertime in Oklahoma usually means high temperatures. It is important to keep pets and livestock properly hydrated and protected from the heat.

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Relief fund assists tornado victims

Thu, Jun 16, 2022

Thanks to the generous donors who gave to the OSU Animal Relief Fund, Oklahoma State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine was able to treat animal victims of the tornado this spring.

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