CVM News

November 2017

Nov 30, 2017

Auburn University Receives Grant to Strengthen Veterinary Medicine in Rural Kentucky

The Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine is directing a program to strengthen veterinary services to designated underserved rural populations in Kentucky through a grant provided by the USDA’s Veterinary Services Grant Program and in partnership with Kentucky veterinarians. The $237,233 grant allows the college to create a program to “develop, implement and sustain private […]

Nov 29, 2017

Pioneering Research in Gene Therapy and Molecular Medicine

Genetic disorders and diseases caused by failure of mechanisms that regulate gene expression, or the processing of gene products, can have devastating effects on both humans and animals. Pioneering advances in gene therapy and molecular medicine at the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM), one of which is nearing human clinical trials, hold promise […]

Nov 28, 2017

AURIC Names 2018 Faculty and Student Research Grants Recipients

The Auburn University Research Initiative in Cancer, or AURIC, has announced the recipients for its 2018 research grants programs for faculty and students. A total of two major grants; four seed grants; and 10 graduate fellowship grants were awarded for the 2018 academic year, announced AURIC director Dr. Bruce Smith. “These grants highlight the cutting-edge […]

Nov 8, 2017

New Van Enhances Raptor Center’s Educational Program and Presentation Capabilities

The Southeastern Raptor Center is well known for its educational and wildlife conservation programs and for its work rehabilitating and releasing raptors back into the wild. With the acquisition of a new 2017 van, the center now is positioned to broaden its outreach. Purchased this year through the generosity of private donors, the SRC, a […]

Nov 8, 2017

Rehabilitated Bald Eagle set for Veterans Day (Nov. 11) Release in south Georgia

The Southeastern Raptor Center and the Georgia Department of Natural Resources will return a young, healthy Bald Eagle to the wild Saturday, Nov. 11, at Lake Park, Ga. The release, which coincides with Veterans Day, is set for 2 p.m. EST at Grassy Pond, a 500-acre public recreation area operated by Moody Air Force Base […]

Nov 6, 2017

Phi Zeta Epsilon Chapter to Host Research Emphasis Day Nov. 8

The Phi Zeta Honor Society’s Epsilon Chapter at the College of Veterinary Medicine will hold Research Emphasis Day on Wednesday, Nov. 8. The event is an annual celebration of veterinary and non-veterinary research and includes a full day of poster and platform presentations given by the faculty, staff, and students, a keynote speaker presentation, and […]

Nov 1, 2017

Healthy Bald Eagle to be Released Nov. 4 at Walker Lake in Jasper

A young, healthy Bald Eagle will be released back into the wild Saturday, Nov. 4, at Walker County Lake in Jasper, Alabama by the Southeastern Raptor Center. The noon release will be held at the Walker County Public Fishing Lake, an Alabama Birding Trails Site, which has had eagles nesting on it. The address is: […]

October 2017

Oct 31, 2017

Veterinary Alum’s Horse, ‘War Eagle Love,’ Wins at Keeneland

A filly owned by Auburn College of Veterinary Medicine alumnus Dr. Bryan Waldridge ’91 recently won in her inaugural race at Keeneland in Lexington, Kentucky, in something of a Cinderella story. War Eagle’s Love was purchased by Dr. Waldridge last year for just $2,700, and considered to be a longshot. She ran in a claiming […]

Oct 30, 2017

College Hosting Equine Conference Nov. 2-3, Horse Owner Event Nov. 4

Veterinarians will learn from a nationally and internationally recognized expert on equine lameness while receiving training and professional development in a variety of topic areas involving the care and well being of horses during the College of Veterinary Medicine’s 12th annual J.T. Vaughan Equine Conference Nov. 2-3. Tailored to provide up to 20 continuing education […]

Oct 26, 2017

Keeping Pets Safe from Scary Halloween Trick-or-Treat Mishaps

Halloween candy can be toxic to pets. Keep chocolate away from dogs and cats! Dark or baking chocolate is especially dangerous. Some candies may contain the artificial sweetner xylitol which can lead to serious consequences in dogs such as very low blood sugar and liver injury. If you suspect your pet may have ingested any toxic treats, please call our Emergency and Critical Care Service at (334) 844-4690.