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Oklahoma State University names new dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine

Oklahoma State University President Jim Hess today announced the appointment of Dr. Richard Prather, DVM, as dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine, effective June 30.
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Harley beats the odds after car accident

Thu, 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

Wed, 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

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

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Veterinary Viewpoints - Heartworm Disease: Prevention is key

Mon, 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

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

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Caesar's success: Miniature pinscher making recovery from stroke

Mon, Mar 4, 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.

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Veterinary Viewpoints: Colostrum – Liquid Gold for Newborn Calves

Fri, Mar 1, 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

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Veterinary Viewpoints: Caring for calves in cold weather

Fri, Feb 2, 2024

When the weather becomes severe, calving becomes much more challenging. Although, both hot and cold weather can impact a calf's ability to thermoregulate, calves born in extreme cold quickly utilize all body fat reserves, putting them at risk.

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Veterinary Viewpoints: Calf 911-resuscitation basics

Tue, Jan 2, 2024

Calf resuscitation refers to the process of reviving a newborn calf that is experiencing difficulty breathing or is unresponsive after birth. It is a critical procedure that aims to provide the calf with immediate care to improve chances of survival.

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Veterinary Viewpoints: Calf 911: resuscitation basics

Mon, Jan 1, 2024

Calf resuscitation refers to the process of reviving a newborn calf that is experiencing difficulty breathing or is unresponsive after birth. It is a critical procedure that aims to provide the calf with immediate care to improve chances of survival.

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