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Dr. Andrew van Eps presented ways to evaluate a horse’s insulin levels at the 2024 Tex Cauthen Farrier/Veterinarian/Researcher Seminar.

Early life exposure to "forever chemicals" in the environment permanently disrupts the gut microbiome in mice, contributing to the development of metabolic disease in later life, according to a new study led by Penn State researchers. The results suggest that human exposure to these chemicals during early childhood may be contributing to the recent epidemic […]

Our students stayed busy this summer serving North Carolina, assisting in groundbreaking research and getting hands-on experience in the field.

In Memoriam—Dan Ransom Trina J Wood August 13, 2024 Cody Kitaura, Dateline Dan Ransom, a staff member celebrated for his selflessness and mentorship and who was described as a devoted father, died July 27. He was 48 years old. Ransom was born in Concord, Massachusetts, and was one of eight children. He attended high school […]

Researchers at the Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) have discovered that phenylbutazone, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) commonly prescribed in horses, can affect the ability of a mare’s egg cells — called “oocytes” — to become viable embryos, which is a crucial step in assisted reproduction in horses. This discovery, […]

The Fred Scott Feline Symposium has been a regular occurrence on the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine campus for nearly four decades. The 36th installment of the professional development symposium, which is offered and organized through the Cornell Feline Health Center, completed its three-day run at the end of July. 

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As we dive into the new year, let’s take a look at some of the biggest stories from around the CVM that you might have missed this summer.

When taking your dog for a walk during the scorching summer heat, it may be tempting to allow your dog a few laps from the nearest drinking station in order to cool off. However, shared hydration sources can potentially have dire effects for your beloved furry friend.  Dr. Lori Teller, a clinical professor at the […]