May 20, 2026 | Uncategorized
An Overview of Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome The primary anatomic abnormalities, as well as secondary respiratory and gastrointestinal complications, associated with BOAS along with key conformation and lifestyle risk factors that exacerbate the...
Apr 22, 2026 | Uncategorized
Midwestern University’s Chicago College of Veterinary Medicine Moves Closer to Opening Midwestern University continues to build momentum toward launching the Chicago College of Veterinary Medicine (CCVM) on its Downers Grove Campus. According to Coretta C. Patterson,...
Apr 16, 2026 | Uncategorized
Illinois has strengthened Illinois animal welfare laws, including stricter regulations on pet imports by shelters (HB3647) and proposed bans on traveling acts involving covered animals (SB2747). Illinois law requires tethered animals to have at least 10-foot leads,...
Apr 16, 2026 | Uncategorized
Below are some of the key roles that Veterinarians have to assure the welfare of animals: Identification and Assessment: Detecting signs of abuse, including physical trauma, chronic neglect, starvation, or injuries of different ages. They are trained to identify...
Apr 16, 2026 | Uncategorized
HAB-py Tails: Shifting Perceptions, Similar Preferences, and Proof that the HAB Benefits go Both Ways Many veterinarians mention that a key driver of their desire to work in this field is the human-animal bond (HAB). Veterinarians are in a unique position to help pet...
Apr 16, 2026 | Uncategorized
Who Do You Want to Mentor, Now That You’re Grown Up? By Dean Peter Constable Every veterinarian has an origin story. Some of us grew up on farms and watched in fascination when the veterinarian visited to assist a difficult delivery of a calf or foal. Others nursed a...
