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National design team tackles space challenges at Veterinary Teaching Hospital , articleThe project will address the Small Animal Teaching Hospital's 1980s infrastructure that strains to meet modern veterinary medicine demands. The hospital serves 18,000 patients annually while training the next generation of veterinarians.
Date: Nov 13, 2025 - -
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VMCVM Faculty Spotlight: Mark Freeman , articleMeet Mark Freeman, a VMCVM faculty member since 2012 who finds joy in helping students grow their confidence and skills. He’s passionate about compassionate care, lifelong learning, and equality. Outside of work, he enjoys singing in a regional chorus and spending time with his 17 rescue pets.
Date: Oct 09, 2025 - -
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Team effort saves dog's life at Veterinary Teaching Hospital , article“A lot of collaboration” at the Veterinary Teaching Hospital ends a frantic search for answers to help Pasha, a 4-year-old shepherd mix who had fallen critically ill.
Date: Jun 16, 2025 - -
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Wild inside: When veterinary college students help with exotic wildlife , articleThe Veterinary Teaching Hospital at Virginia Tech mainly takes care of domestic pets, but a student-run club helps stabilize wildlife when they are brought in.
Date: Jun 12, 2025 - -
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Specialized ultrasound upgrades capabilities at Virginia Tech's veterinary hospital , articleNewly acquired technology supported by a generous donation and a training program to educate faculty is transforming how faculty teach, diagnose, and engage with clients.
Date: Apr 21, 2025 - -
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Keeping the peace: A guide for happy pets and houseguests over the holidays , articleHouseguests might bring you holiday cheer, but pets may need help adjusting to changes in routine.
Date: Dec 11, 2024 - -
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The 12 tips of pet safety: A holiday guide , articleThere are several hazards that can turn festive celebrations into unexpected veterinary visits.
Date: Dec 01, 2024 - -
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Gifts celebrate memory of beloved dog and purchase new equipment , articleMaryanne Pagonis has helped the veterinary college purchase a portable ultrasound and a shockwave unit.
Date: Nov 26, 2024 - -
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VMCVM Faculty Spotlight: Rebecca Persons , articleRebecca Persons DVM '20, a faculty member since 2020, finds joy in mentoring students and witnessing their growth, especially in clinical settings. She is passionate about palliative care, ensuring pets experience comfort and dignity in their final moments. Inspired by her mentor Jenny Marin, Rebecca also values self-care and wellness within the veterinary field. At home, she enjoys cooking adventurous meals and spending time with her husband and beloved pets.
Date: Nov 25, 2024 - -
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Understanding diabetes in pets , articleNational Pet Diabetes Month offers chance to learn more about how your pet may suffer from a malady also common in humans.
Date: Nov 19, 2024 - -
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Four paths, one passion: Licensed veterinary technicians share their stories , articleOn LVT Week, we spotlight just four of the many dedicated LVTs from inside the Veterinary Teaching Hospital. Their stories illustrate the diverse, challenging, and deeply rewarding nature of this crucial profession.
Date: Oct 15, 2024 - -
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Spooktacular pet safety: Unique Halloween tips for pet owners , articleAs Halloween approaches and you start decorating your home with jack-o'-lanterns and spooky decorations, it's important to consider how this festive season might affect our furry friends.
Date: Oct 15, 2024 - -
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How to have a happy hike with your pet , articleVeterinary clinician Michael Nappier suggests carrying water, food and first aid and starting with short, easy, flat trails, with few people or pets around.
Date: Oct 03, 2024 - -
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Why all dog owners need to know about leptospirosis , articleLeptospirosis, known colloquially as "lepto," lives in wet environments and can be spread through the urine of infected animals.
Date: Sep 10, 2024 - -
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How to keep your pet’s coat healthy , articleNutrition and grooming are keys to maintaining pet coat health.
Date: Aug 13, 2024 - -
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Is your pet stressed? , articleStress can cause unwanted behaviors and can lead to injury, illness, and aggression in cats and dogs. As a pet owner, it’s important to be aware of and address your pet’s stress so your pet can be happy and healthy.
Date: Jul 01, 2024 - -
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Why preventive medicine is key to pet health , articleRegular wellness visits, vaccinations, dental care, and other routine appointments can catch health issues earlier and make them less expensive to treat.
Date: Jun 13, 2024 - -
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Allergies in dogs and cats are nothing to sneeze at , articleSpring is in full swing, which means pollen and other allergens are wreaking havoc on the 50 million Americans who experience seasonal allergies. But humans aren’t the only species that suffer due to allergens — other animals, including our pets, can have allergies, too.
Date: May 20, 2024 - -
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Lyme disease in dogs: What dog owners should know , articleAs Lyme disease cases rise in the U.S., humans are not the only ones at risk. Veterinarians with the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine say dogs are increasingly vulnerable to this tick-borne illness.
Date: Apr 24, 2024 - -
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Lyme Disease in Dogs: What Dog Owners Should Know , articleAs Lyme disease cases rise in the United States, not only humans are at risk; dogs are increasingly vulnerable to this tick-borne illness. The disease's spread is facilitated by ticks, which thrive in tall grasses and wooded areas and symptoms in dogs can range from fever and joint pain to more serious conditions like kidney damage if left untreated.
Date: Apr 12, 2024 -
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