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Ghent University in Belgium has presented an honorary doctorate to Katrin Hinrichs, DVM, PhD, DACT, whose pioneering research in the field of equine assisted reproductive technology (ART) has transformed the state of equine reproductive practice around the world. Ghent University’s honorary doctorate degrees recognize individuals for their exceptional scientific and social merits. Hinrichs was recognized […]

UC Davis Veterinarians Warn of Lethal Toxicity of Lilies Rob Warren March 20, 2021 Lilies are a common and festive flower to have in the home this time of year. But UC Davis veterinarians warn of their lethal consequences for cats. “Most cat owners don’t know it, but lilies are lethally toxic to cats,” states […]

Message from Dean Lairmore in Support of Asian American and Pacific Islander Community Trina Wood March 19, 2021 Veterinary Medicine community:  I’m writing with a heavy heart after recent hate crimes against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, including the horrific slayings in Atlanta. There were warnings of increased violence to Asian Americans at the beginning of the […]

School Diversity Information and Resources Rob Warren March 19, 2021 The School of Veterinary Medicine’s website has been expanded to showcase diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. UC Davis Veterinary Medicine is a community that prides itself on its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), and understands that we are comprised of individuals having many perspectives and […]

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A small but growing number of cat owners are doing away with traditional cat food and switching their felines to vegan diets, and researchers at the University of Guelph’s Ontario Veterinary College are conducting some of the first studies to see how these animals are faring. “We know from surveys that about one per cent […]

Nine students from the NC State College of Veterinary Medicine have received the highly competitive Zoetis Veterinary Student Scholars Award for 2021.  Recipients from the class of 2022 are Samantha Frosch, Alexandra Grobman, Sabra McCallister, Daniel Mejia, Ryker Minch and Hayley Stratton. Class of 2023 recipients are Jake Clements, Alexis Roach and Sidney Smith. This […]

Complications during the foaling process are always an emergency. Horse managers should develop a working relationship with the attending veterinarian well before foaling.

Novel Veterinary Procedure Helps Pave Way for World’s First Spina Bifida Clinical Trial in Humans Rob Warren March 18, 2021 Arthur and Sirius were born with spina bifida and were helped with a groundbreaking procedure at UC Davis. Thanks to a university-wide collaboration between veterinarians, physicians, researchers, and biomedical engineers, a groundbreaking clinical trial has […]

While the bond between an animal and their human is important, considering the relationships between pets—in both interspecies and same species interactions—also is an important part of making sure your home is a happy and healthy environment. Some bird species, including parrots, chickens, canaries, and pigeons, are very flock oriented and are often adopted and […]