Tails and Tips

Tails and Tips

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    Fox the French Bulldog, a subject in the Veterinary Teaching Hospital Theriogenology Department’s BOAS Testing. BOAS Testing is a way to objectively measure the severity of brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome in dogs and help make a clinical diagnosis. The subject is graded on a 0 to 3 scale, 0 being the best and 3 being the worst.
    Clinical Trials , article

    Working with veterinary patients and their owners, the Veterinary Clinical Research Office facilitates clinical trials and translational research studies that advance human and animal health. Many of the diseases we study have no effective therapies, and certain animals don’t respond well to existing therapies. Through our research, we aim to discover new and better methods of prevention, diagnosis, and treatment that will improve the quality of life for current and future patients.

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    Corgi in front of the Virginia Tech War Memorial.
    Animal Care Tips , article

    A comprehensive collection of articles aimed at promoting the health and well-being of pets. These resources cover a wide range of topics, including preventive care, seasonal safety, behavioral guidance, and emergency preparedness.

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    The Virginia Tech Hokie Bird posing in front of the Running Together statue at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine.
    Spotlights , article

    Get to know the vibrant community that brings our college to life. From students pushing boundaries in veterinary science, to alumni making an impact in communities around the world, to dedicated faculty and staff shaping the future of animal and human health. Here, we also celebrate the furry, feathered, and scaled companions who keep us grounded and remind us why we do what we do. Explore heartfelt profiles, behind-the-scenes moments, expert advice, and everyday insights that highlight the people (and pets!) who make our college extraordinary.

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    Jacquelyn Pelzer walking through a hall of graduates holding blown up gloves.
    After helping guide nearly 2,000 veterinary students’ education and careers, Jacquelyn Pelzer retires , article

    As assistant dean, Pelzer helped revamp the curriculum and admissions process and offered counsel to prospective students, current students, and alumni of the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine.

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    The Virginia Tech Hokie Bird posing in front of the Running Together statue at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine.
    Spotlights , article

    Get to know the vibrant community that brings our college to life. From students pushing boundaries in veterinary science, to alumni making an impact in communities around the world, to dedicated faculty and staff shaping the future of animal and human health. Here, we also celebrate the furry, feathered, and scaled companions who keep us grounded and remind us why we do what we do. Explore heartfelt profiles, behind-the-scenes moments, expert advice, and everyday insights that highlight the people (and pets!) who make our college extraordinary.

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    Corgi in front of the Virginia Tech War Memorial.
    Animal Care Tips , article

    A comprehensive collection of articles aimed at promoting the health and well-being of pets. These resources cover a wide range of topics, including preventive care, seasonal safety, behavioral guidance, and emergency preparedness.