Thu, May 02, 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 damage to his spinal cord.

Wed, May 01, 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.

Thu, 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 undergraduate research students.

Mon, Apr 01, 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.

Fri, 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 on pasture.

Mon, Mar 04, 2024

Caesar, an 8.5-year-old miniature pinscher, was rushed to the Oklahoma State University Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital when he was found unable to walk.

Fri, Mar 01, 2024

In utero, calves do not receive immunoglobulins (Ig = antibodies) from the dam, instead, they rely solely on passive transfer of antibodies through colostrum intake shortly after birth to acquire immunity. The quantity, quality and timing of colostrum intake are all essential factors in ensuring the calf receives nutrition as well as optimal protection against common diseases during the early stages of life.