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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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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

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Veterinary Viewpoints: Fall brings increase in equine laminitis cases

Tue, Nov 1, 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

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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 4, 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 1, 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

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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

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Veterinary Viewpoints: Keeping pets and livestock healthy during summer heat

Mon, Aug 1, 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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