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Fridgey the Bengal Cat Receives First Feline Hip Replacement Surgery at Purdue VTH

July 20, 2018

Plagued by issues with both hips, Fridgey, a two-year-old Bengel cat, underwent a procedure common in human medicine, but never before used on a feline patient at Purdue – total hip replacement surgery. Everyone in Fridgey’s treatment team at the Veterinary Teaching Hospital is working together to help Fridgey have a “pawsitive” recovery.


College to Welcome Exchange Students from Three Partner Universities

July 20, 2018

In the next few weeks, Purdue Veterinary Medicine’s Office of Global Engagement will have the privilege of hosting students and faculty participating in exchange programs involving three partner universities.


Dr. Ruple Addresses Management of Zoonotic Diseases at AVMA Convention

July 20, 2018

A Purdue Veterinary Medicine One Health expert called for better communication between physicians and veterinarians about zoonotic diseases during a lecture at the 2018 American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Convention.


PVM Alumni Celebrate at AVMA

July 20, 2018

Purdue Veterinary Medicine alumni reconnected at the Purdue Alumni Reception that was held July 13 during the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Convention in Denver, Colo.


PVM Plays Role in First Purdue Grandparents University

July 13, 2018

Purdue Conferences and the Purdue Alumni Association came together to create the first Purdue Grandparents University and Purdue Veterinary Medicine contributed to the valuable learning experience. For two days at the end of June, alumni and their grandchildren, ages 7 to 14, got to live the college life by taking classes in a major of their choice, eating and living in a residence hall, and exploring other highlights of the Purdue University campus.


Royal Veterinary College Awards Honorary Degree to Dean Willie Reed

July 13, 2018

The Royal Veterinary College of the University of London recognized Dean Willie Reed for his leadership contributions to diversity and inclusion in the veterinary profession by awarding him the degree of DVetMed honoris causa at the college’s summer commencement Thursday, July 5.


PVM Clinician Shares Tips on Helping Pets Beat the Heat

July 13, 2018

As the summer heat intensifies, pet owners need to think from nose to paws when keeping their pets cool and well hydrated, especially if the dog or cat is overweight, elderly or a specific breed, according to a Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine wellness clinician.


Research Teams Reflect on Value of Summer Research Program

July 13, 2018

To give a richer insight into Purdue Veterinary Medicine’s Veterinary Scholars Summer Research Program (SRP), the Vet Gazette this week shines the spotlight on some of the teams that partner faculty with Purdue veterinary students.


Keep Pets Safe and Happy During Independence Day Celebrations

June 29, 2018

Between parades, visitors, vacations, and the crackle of fireworks, Fourth of July festivities are filled with celebration; but unlike people, many pets associate those festivities with anxiety and panic. Dr. Lori Corriveau, wellness clinician in the Purdue University Veterinary Teaching Hospital’s Small Animal Community Practice, advises there are many simple ways to protect companion animals during Independence Day celebrations.


DVM and Pre-Veterinary Students Experience Scientific Discovery through Summer Research Program

June 29, 2018

Purdue Veterinary Medicine’s 2018 Veterinary Scholars Summer Research Program is giving 21 DVM and pre-veterinary students first-hand experience in the realm of scientific discovery.