Fish Skin Grafts Save Animals Burned in California Wildfires
Rescue efforts during wildfires often prioritize pets and livestock, without a plan for wild animals. The Wildlife Disaster Network is here to change that. Read more
‘Wonder Dog’ Pint Retires From Football Duty
Pint the Dog is retiring from football duty. On the job since 2012, he’s served as a reminder of the connection between athletics and UC Davis’ renowned veterinary medicine program. Read more
In 1990, a crude oil spill inspired the creation of the Oiled Wildlife Care Network. More than 30 years later, the OWCN is leading the response effort for another spill in the same area.
The new California Veterinary Emergency Team, administered by UC Davis, will support and train a network to aid domestic animals and livestock during emergencies.
New budget legislation will include $45 million in support for homeless animals, which will be administered by the Koret Shelter Medicine Program.
ADVANCES
UC Davis Plays Role in Decline in Racehorse Fatalities
The California Horse Racing Board recently reported a 50% decline in equine fatalities in California horse racing. Decades-long efforts, many in partnership with the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, contributed to this progress. Read more.
Personalized Medicine for Cats With Heart Disease
UC Davis veterinarians have found that a cat’s DNA affects how it responds to a medication used to treat hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. The hope is that veterinarians will eventually be able to perform rapid DNA tests as they are making prescribing decisions. Read more.
UC DAVIS UNFOLD PODCAST
In episode six of the UC Davis Unfold Podcast, you’ll hear about Chonk, an axolotl who is helping Crystal Rogers, assistant professor at the School of Veterinary Medicine, understand neural crest cells. Discovering more about these cells can help researchers understand congenital disorders and certain types of cancer. Listen and subscribe.
INSPIRING STORIES
Surgery Saves Puppy in Congestive Heart Failure
A heart murmur was discovered when George William was brought to his first veterinary appointment as a puppy. The veterinarian referred them to Cardiology Service at UC Davis for the serious condition. Read more.
Equine Surgeons and Ophthalmologists Help Return Racehorse to Winner’s Circle
Thanks to UC Davis equine specialists, Camino Del Paraiso, an 8-year-old Thoroughbred gelding, is back to his winning ways after what could have been a career-ending injury. Read more.
PREPARING LEADERS
Finding Entrepreneurial Success
Madison Luker, DVM '24, co-founder of AutoMat — a non-slip mat that can self-disinfect — was inspired by her experiences with animals that were fearful of slippery exam tables, and the work of Dr. Temple Grandin. Read more.
Leading with Heart
Join us for a day in the life of Keith Rode ’02, DVM ’06, CVMA president-elect and co-owner of the Woodland Veterinary Hospital. Rode’s enthusiasm for his practice shines through in his interactions with clients and patients. Read more.
GIVING IN ACTION
Teamwork Makes the Dream Work
Researchers at the UC Davis J.D. Wheat Veterinary Orthopedic Research Laboratory share that the collaborative environment and help from supporters like the Center for Companion Animal Health are key to translating science to improved patient care. Read more.
An Attitude of Gratitude
Honoring his late father, Jay Kerr, DVM ’77 contributed a gift to support the new Livestock and Field Services Center — a major project of the future Veterinary Medical Center. Read more.
