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,...

Illinois Law and Animal Welfare

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,...

Key Roles of Veterinarians in Animal Anti-Cruelty

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...

Articles- VetConnectChicago April

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...

Who Do You Want to Mentor, Now That You’re Grown Up?

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...

White Sox Dog Days

The Public Education (PE) Committee educates people of all ages on caring for their pets and the role of the veterinarian. The first event of 2026 is on April 27 at the White Sox Dog Day. If you are interested in volunteering to participate at the CVMA table, let...