CVM News

Jan 10, 2017

Researchers Using Innovative Blood Testing in Breast Cancer Detection

Much of medical science derived for human treatment programs is based on earlier research involving animal models. A team of scientists at the College of Veterinary Medicine has received a grant to support studies applying human medical knowledge to dogs in the detection of breast cancer. Dr. Eric Fish, a clinical lecturer and doctoral candidate […]

Jan 6, 2017

Veterinary Faculty Offer Tips to Keep Animals Safe During Extreme Weather

With the threat of winter weather, with freezing temperatures, ice and even snow affecting the area, Auburn College of Veterinary Medicine faculty offer some tips for keeping your large and small animals happy, healthy and warm. Horses  Small Animals The Auburn University Veterinary Teaching Hospital provides emergency care for both small and large animals 24/7. […]

Dec 6, 2016

Southeastern Raptor Center Released Bald Eagle at Georgia’s Lake Allatoona

A young Bald Eagle rehabilitated by the Southeastern Raptor Center at the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine was released back into the wild  Dec. 10, on Lake Allatoona near Cartersville, Ga., just north of Atlanta.

Dec 5, 2016

Dr. Pat Rynders Named Leischuck Distinguished Companion Animal Shelter Medicine Professor

Dr. Pat Rynders, University Veterinarian and director of the Division of Laboratory Animal Health, has been named the Emily Reaves Leischuck Endowed Distinguished Professor in Companion Animal Shelter Medicine at the College of Veterinary Medicine. “Dr. Rynders is an exemplary veterinarian who has an unwavering commitment to the health and well-being of all animals at […]

Nov 22, 2016

Vet Med’s ‘Club Chub” Helps Safely Rehab Obese Dogs

Hope is an 8-year-old, overweight dachshund who was rescued from a shelter and placed into foster care last summer. Her odds for living a healthy and happy life in a forever home were unfavorable, but a program in the College of Veterinary Medicine is helping dogs like Hope to have — hope — for just […]

Oct 18, 2016

Technicians Play Important Role in Teaching Hospital & Veterinary Practice

Veterinary technicians may be the unsung heroes of most any veterinary practice, stepping in and handling a multitude of workplace tasks, and doing so without most understanding their work or the experience and education required. Oct. 16-22 marks the 23rd National Veterinary Technician Week, and at the College of Veterinary Medicine, vet techs are valuable […]

Sep 19, 2016

Researchers Working Toward Clinical Trial in Treatment of Fatal Disease

A potential cure for the fatal disease GM1 gangliosidosis, which is nearing clinical trials next year, could one day also be used to treat more commonly known diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson. Dr. Doug Martin, a research scientist at the Scott-Ritchey Research Center at the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine, says the gene therapy […]

Sep 13, 2016

Eufaula Veterinarian Kicks Off #CureGM1 to Support AU Research; Porter Heatherly

A Eufaula veterinary family is helping to kick off a social media campaign — #CureGM1 — to inform the public about a fatal disease and raise money to support research for a cure at the College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Jim ’83 and Anne ’80 Gardner, who own Gardner Animal Hospital in Eufaula, learned through […]

Sep 2, 2016

Pit Bull Puppy Makes Miraculous Recovery; Featured in Billboard

At Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine, many clients become family. That is exactly what happened when Frida Honeybee, a 13-week-old female pit bull, came through the doors of the Emergency and Critical Care Service at the Wilford and Kate Bailey Small Animal Teaching Hospital in May earlier this year. Frida was in critical condition […]

Aug 26, 2016

Standing CT machine puts horse on road to recovery

Abby, a five-year-old chestnut thoroughbred mare, is known for being accident prone and a “professional patient” as described by her owner Christy Abernathy. When Abby had a knee injury gone wrong coupled with suspicious nasal drainage, Abernathy thought it was something Abby could handle. However, Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine radiologists, using the standing […]

Aug 2, 2016

Bartlett Scholars Program Established at Auburn College of Veterinary Medicine

An estate gift from Dr. H. B. “Woody” Bartlett ‘64 will establish the Bartlett Scholars Program at the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine, providing scholarships for deserving veterinary professional and graduate students.

Jul 7, 2016

Southeastern Raptor Center to Release Bald Eagle at Lake Guntersville July 9

A Bald Eagle rehabilitated by the Southeastern Raptor Center will be released back into the wild on Saturday, July 9, at Lake Guntersville State Park. The immature eagle was delivered to the SRC, a division of the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine, last January with a fracture scapula, was treated conservatively without surgery, and […]

Jun 28, 2016

Auburn Veterinarian Offers Insight into Warning Signs of Heat Stress in Animals

Heat and humidity during the summer can affect us all, including our pets. Dogs and cats can easily suffer from heat stress, heat stroke and other heat related illnesses during the hottest months of the year. Dr. Kendon Kuo, an emergency and critical care faculty clinician in the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine, offers […]

Jun 14, 2016

Standing CT Machine Assisting in Diagnosing Complex Diseases in Large Animals

The Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine’s addition of standing CT machine — one of a handful in the U.S. — is allowing veterinarians to more accurately diagnose and treat complex diseases in the neck and skull of equine patients. For radiology and equine faculty, this advanced diagnostic tool has already proven to be a […]

May 31, 2016

Avian and Exotic Service treats Ferret with Life-Threatening Condition

Kelly Olson, of Fort Walton Beach, Fla., is the proud owner of five ferrets, each unique and precious to her. When her five-year-old white ferret, Bailey, began shedding, Olson became concerned. “I knew that ferrets were susceptible to adrenal disease, so that’s what I immediately thought, but then I noticed the lump in Bailey’s foot. […]

May 25, 2016

Theriogenology Service Helps South African Boerboel Deliver 19 Puppies

Bailee, a four-year-old South African Boerboel, recently delivered what is believed to be the largest litter of puppies – 19 – ever born at the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine.

May 23, 2016

Dog with Degenerative Disease Continues to Improve

A 12-year-old Boxer suffering from a progressive spinal cord disease is thriving thanks to the dedication of his owners and the physical rehabilitation he is receiving at the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine.

May 17, 2016

Duck Fully Recovered Following Surgery to Remove Penny

Ducks and coins don’t mix, in fact, they can be life threatening as owners Betty and Samantha Trussell of Muscle Shoals found out recently. They brought their pet duck, Puck, to the Avian and Exotic Service at the Auburn University Veterinary Clinic for a medical procedure to remove the coin. “This type of procedure was […]

Apr 7, 2016

Southeastern Raptor Center Has Advice for Those Who Find Orphan Birds

Spring in the South means that if you spend time outdoors, you may find a baby bird who is unable to fly well or abandoned by its parents. While we might think the bird is an orphan, Southeastern Raptor Center staff says that might not be the case. It’s not always correct to assume an […]

Dec 15, 2015

Human Pacemaker Giving Older Dogs like Joe a New ‘Leash’ on Life

Older dogs with slowing hearts are getting a new ‘leash’ on life at Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine, where advanced technology and new treatment protocols have created an emerging cardiology program. Dr. SeungWoo Jung, assistant professor and clinician in the Cardiology Services of the Wilford and Kate Bailey Small Animal Teaching Hospital, recently placed […]

Oct 7, 2015

Teaching Hospital’s Oncology Service Offers New Options for Cancer Treatment

Treatment for pets with cancer has many similarities with human cancer treatment, now more so that new drug therapies are available for animal patients. The Oncology Service in the Wilford and Kate Bailey Small Animal Teaching Hospital at the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine has expanded its treatment options to include these new drugs […]

Jul 20, 2015

Dachshund Near Death Now on Mend

Bella came to the Bailey Small Animal Teaching Hospital near death due to a skin parasite and medication reaction. A team of Auburn veterinarians reacted quickly, took a big risk, and saved Bella's life.

Jul 2, 2015

Veterinarians Remind Owners to Think of Pet Safety during Summer

Americans will be celebrating July 4 with food, fireworks and being outside, and it’s important to remember that while owners are enjoying summer, they need to be mindful to keep pets safe as well. Auburn University veterinarians Dr. Robert Lofton and Dr. Chris Lea says owners should take similar care of their pets as they […]

May 26, 2015

Veterinarian Offers Advice on Cat Asthma

Asthma is a life-changing condition that affects more than 25 million people in the U.S. alone, and results in more than 14 million visits to clinics a year. What may be surprising though, is that if you’re a cat owner, your pet may be suffering too, and you may not know it. “Sometime the symptoms […]