Month: July 2022

Would-be Veterinarians Flock to Boiler Vet Camp after a Pandemic-induced Hiatus

July 1, 2022

Purdue Veterinary Medicine’s ever-popular Boiler Vet Camps returned in force during June after a two-year absence due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Over the course of two weeks, the College of Veterinary Medicine hosted 100 campers, giving them a first-hand look into the world of veterinary medicine.


New Cohort Begins Yearlong Advanced Clinical Training

July 1, 2022

The Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine welcomed a new class of interns to the Purdue University Veterinary Hospital in June. Ten veterinarians are beginning rotating small animal medicine and surgery internships, while two more will rotate in large animal medicine and surgery, and three additional veterinarians are beginning specialty internships focused in a specific service.


Hot Summer Weather Brings Renewed Focus on Heartworm Disease and Prevention

July 1, 2022

When the Indianapolis Star compiled a story about climate change and the incidence of heartworm infections, the newspaper turned to experts in the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine for information and insight about heartworm disease and prevention.