Dr. Ron Schultz, professor and chair of pathobiological sciences at The University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine, joined us on the radio show a few months ago, via Skype. This method of broadcasting instantly adds kudos to any guest … Continue reading
Dr. Sawchuk Talks Skunk Spray Side Effects on Pets on WPR
Larry Meiller finds out what we need to do to keep our pets healthy. He learns why having a pet sprayed by a skunk can mean more than just a bad odor, and a heartworm medication recall to be aware … Continue reading
UW Vet Students Top Hoard’s Dairyman Cow Judging Contest
If you get Hoard’s Dairyman magazine, chances are you’ve either tried to judge the cows in the publication’s annual dairy cattle evaluation contest or you may have even submitted your picks. But this year, five students from the University of … Continue reading
Two Vet Med Proposals Selected for Educational Innovation Funding
Two proposals to advance the curriculum and improve veterinary medical training and care at the UW School of Veterinary Medicine (SVM) have been awarded funding through the UW-Madison Educational Innovation (EI) initiative. EI aims to leverage the inherent creativity of … Continue reading
UW Vet Med Students Earn First Place, Perfect Scores in Cow Judging Contest
In its 83-year history, the Hoard’s Dairyman Cow Judging Contest has seen 5.5 million entries, and only 84 individuals have ever received a perfect score by aligning their rankings with that of the official judges. Five of those perfect scores … Continue reading
Managing Your Pet’s Pain
Dr. Lesley Smith talks pet pain management and acupuncture with NBC 15′s Leigh Mills.
Special Species and Imaging Services Team Up to Help Great Horned Owl
Folklore depicts owls as old and wise, and Jessie, a Great Horned Owl from the Hoo Haven rescue in Durand, Ill., definitely fits the profile. At least 16 years old, she has lived well beyond the average lifespan of her … Continue reading
UW Veterinary Care Dentists to Provide Free Exams for Service Dogs
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 5/3/13 CONTACT: Christopher Snyder, 608-890-0906, snyder@svm.vetmed.wisc.edu MADISON – In June, UW Veterinary Care will participate in the second annual American Veterinary Dental College (AVDC) Service Dog Oral Health Exam program. With the help of veterinary dental specialists … Continue reading
UW-Madison Flu Researcher Awarded Prestigious National Science Honor
Yoshihiro Kawaoka, a professor of pathobiological sciences in the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine and leading expert on influenza, has been elected to the U.S. National Academy of Sciences–one of the highest honors possible for an American scientist, according … Continue reading
UW Flu Expert Elected to National Academy of Sciences
Yoshihiro Kawaoka, a professor of pathobiological sciences in the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine and leading expert on influenza, has been elected to the U.S. National Academy of Sciences (NAS).