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Oncology Service Offering Clinical Trial for Osteosarcoma
Jan 29, 2016
The Oncology Service of the Bailey Small Animal Teaching Hospital at Auburn University’s College of Veterinary Medicine is offering a clinical trial to treat osteosarcoma in dogs. The trial involves the administration of the drug Rapamycin, which has shown success in halting the spread of cancer. This clinical trial is part of a multi-institutional effort […]

Dog with Degenerative Disease Continues to Inspire
Jan 21, 2016
A 12-year-old Boxer suffering from a progressive spinal cord disease is on his feet thanks to the dedication of his owners and the physical rehabilitation he is receiving at Auburn University’s College of Veterinary Medicine Teaching Hospital. Last April, Bailey was referred to the Wilford and Kate Bailey Small Animal Teaching Hospital after months of […]

Nominations Being Accepted for Bailey Distinguished Alumnus Awards; Young Achiever Awards
Jan 15, 2016
Nominations are open for two awards given to Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine alumni that recognize early career success and lifetime achievement. The Wilford S. Bailey Distinguished Alumni Award is given each year to alumni in recognition of their outstanding achievements to the veterinary profession. The recipients are to be honored in May during […]

9th Annual Boshell Research Day Feb. 26 Showcases Diabetes Research
Jan 12, 2016
The 9th Annual Boshell Research Day, which showcases research in the fields of diabetes and metabolic disease research, will be held on Friday, Feb. 26, at The Hotel at Auburn University and Dixon Conference Center. The conference brings together experts in the fields of diabetes and metabolic disease research to present current topics related to […]

Emergency and Critical Care Service Earns Level I Certification
Jan 8, 2016
The Emergency and Critical Care Service in the Wilford and Kate Bailey Small Animal Teaching Hospital at the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine has earned a Level I rating by the Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society, the highest rating that can be awarded to a veterinary emergency and critical care facility. It is […]

Bartlett Ranch Puts CVM Students in Real Field Environment
Jan 6, 2016
When someone mentions ranch, it conjures up images of the West. That is only if you are unfamiliar with Dr. H.B. “Woody” Bartlett ’64. Dr. Bartlett, owns Bartlett Ranch, comprised of three properties located in Alabama, Texas and Wyoming, totaling almost 90,000 acres. His original Flying “B” Ranch in Pike Road, just east of Montgomery, was […]

Human Pacemaker Giving Older Dogs like Joe a New ‘Leash’ on Life
Dec 15, 2015
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 […]

Coleman Recipient of Leischuck Endowed Presidential Award for Teaching Excellence
Dec 9, 2015
Elaine Coleman, an associate professor in Auburn University’s College of Veterinary Medicine, is one of two recipients of the Gerald and Emily Leischuck Endowed Presidential Award for Teaching Excellence. Dr. Jeffrey Katz, Alumni Professor in the Department of Psychology in the College of Liberal Arts, is the other recipient of this prestigious award. Dr. Katz’s […]

Registration Open for Vet Camp 2016 Summer Program
Dec 4, 2015
Online registration for the 2016 Vet Camp – one of Auburn University’s most popular academic and enrichment programs – is open and accepting submissions. These camps are highly competitive and receive a large number of applicants for each program. Students and parents are encouraged to check out camp details if students have a serious interest […]

College Alumna Receives 2015 Master Thesis Award
Nov 24, 2015
Dr. Jacqueline Gimmler, who recently completed a master’s degree in biomedical sciences at Auburn University’s College of Veterinary Medicine, has been selected to receive a 2015 Master’s Thesis Award by Auburn University. Dr. Gimmler was one of six across the university to receive the award. Her thesis was on “Determining canine skin concentrations of terbinafine […]