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🐾 Paws Up to John Fisher 🐾
John brings positivity and genuine care to every student he meets. He helps make PVM a welcoming place for all. Thank you, John. 💛

#PawsUp #Purdue #VetMed
John Fisher wearing a light blue button-up shirt against a dark, cloudy studio background.
November 15, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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Oncology Pet of the Week: Lacey 🌺
This 7-year-old Corgi completed her chemotherapy protocol after overcoming a difficult start that included breathing trouble caused by lymphoma. She responded well to treatment and is celebrating as a survivor. 💛🐾

#Purdue #VetMed
A group of four veterinary students kneel on the floor smiling at the camera. They are wearing Purdue Veterinary Medicine scrubs. In the center sits Lacey, a small Pembroke Welsh Corgi with a red and white coat and a red flower lei around her neck. The students are gathered closely, gently petting her and celebrating her completion of chemotherapy.
November 15, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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First-Year Friday: Meet Allison Miller, DVM Class of 2029!

Allison, from Coldwater, MI, is excited for new experiences, anatomy lab, and walking her canine educator. She plans to pursue the companion animal track with an interest in equine theriogenology.

#Purdue #VetMed #DVM2029
Top left: Allison Miller stands in a green field wearing a light gray dress and holding a stethoscope. Top right: Allison, wearing a black graduation cap and gold Purdue stole, stands beside a chestnut horse. Bottom: Allison holds a Purdue Veterinary Medicine pennant next to the same horse, surrounded by autumn trees.
November 14, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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Purdue Vet Med welcomes Dr. Michael Wendt as head of the Department of Basic Medical Sciences. A leader in cancer research, Dr. Wendt returns to Purdue from the University of Iowa to advance One Health and biomedical discovery.
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November 13, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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Purdue University launched a Spatial Computing Hub powered by #Apple Vision Pro. #Purdue #VetMed helped demo how immersive tools can enhance veterinary education for research, teaching, and workforce development.

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November 12, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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CPR, Goodman Campbell Brain & Spine to host Dr. Sarah Robins from Purdue Dept of Philosophy in DLR 131 Wed, Nov 12, 4-5 pm. She'll present “A Conceptual Ecology of the Engram: Using Philosophical Tools at the Intersection of Neuroscience and Memory”.

Info: https://purdue.vet/cpr-seminars

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Promotional flyer for a neurotrauma seminar featuring Dr. Sarah Robins from Purdue University discussing neuroscience and memory.
November 10, 2025 at 10:32 PM
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Today we’re celebrating Jennifer Day, Senior Animal Care Technician, for her compassion and commitment to our large animal patients. 🐴💛
Her attention to detail and care make a difference every day.
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November 10, 2025 at 10:31 PM
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First Year Friday: Meet Carter Blessing, DVM Class of 2029! Carter’s lifelong passion for animals led him from vet assistant to vet student at Purdue.

#Purdue #Vetmed #FutureVet #FirstYearFriday
A collage of photos showing DVM student Carter Blessing holding and interacting with several dogs at an animal hospital. One photo shows him wearing sunglasses while holding a white poodle with a pink-dyed topknot, another shows him being kissed by a tan dog he’s holding, a third shows him cradling a fluffy puppy with blue eyes, and the last shows a golden retriever puppy in his arms.
November 7, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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Happy National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week! 🐾

We’re thankful for the shelters that give animals care and second chances. Through local partnerships, our students learn, grow, and sometimes meet their best friends, like Kristy and her kitten Ethel. 💛

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A smiling veterinary student holds a small black-and-white kitten close in her arms inside a clinic setting. The kitten looks calmly at the camera. A black-and-white kitten sits next to an open laptop on a desk, resting its head beside the keyboard with notes and study materials on screen. A small black-and-white kitten sleeps curled in the arms of a person under soft pink lighting, creating a cozy and peaceful moment.
November 6, 2025 at 10:08 PM
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Purdue’s Dr. Tim Lescun was elected to the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS) Board of Regents and named an Honored Mentor by the ACVS Foundation for his impact in equine surgery and mentorship. Congratulations, Dr. Lescun!

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PVM Professor and Interim Department Head Tim Lescun Elected to ACVS Board of Regents
The American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS) has announced the results of the election to choose a new president-elect and two new members of the ACVS Board of Regents, and one of the new leaders is Dr. Tim Lescun, BVSc, MS, PhD, DACVS, Purdue Veterinary Medicine professor and interim head of
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November 6, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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Purdue Vet Med celebrated excellence in teaching, research, service, and community impact. Faculty honorees included Dr. Thomovsky, Dr. Neves, Dr. HogenEsch, and Dr. Gillespie Harmon, along with the Priority 4 Paws and IndyHumane partnership.

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Faculty Receive Recognition at Purdue Veterinary Medicine Fall Awards Celebration
The Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine celebrated the accomplishments of outstanding faculty at a special Faculty Awards Celebration held in Lynn Hall.  The recognition program Thursday, October 23, featured the presentation of four awards for outstanding teaching and excellence in res
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November 5, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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Purdue VBMA members attended the Annual Fall Business Summit at Michigan State University! 💼🐾 They met with keynote speaker Dr. Emily King and learned from veterinary leaders about practice ownership, leadership, and success in the profession.

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Seven people stand together smiling in front of a sign that reads “Ohio River Valley VBMA Regional Summit.” From left to right are Purdue Veterinary Medicine students Kynadi Heard, Katrina Gangstad, Lois Sadlowski, keynote speaker Dr. Emily King, Taylor Faulkenberg, Ashley Diecks, and Erin Heapy. Everyone is dressed in professional attire at the event venue.
November 4, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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Today we’re celebrating Carissa Burgess, Pre-Award Sponsored Program Services staff member, for her proactive, organized, and detail-oriented work that keeps everything running smoothly at Purdue Veterinary Medicine. 💛

#PVMFamily #PawsUp
A person (Carissa Burgess) crouching on a wooden bridge next to a large black German Shepherd dog with a silver chain leash.
November 4, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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Dr. Dianne Little, associate professor at Purdue Vet Med, was named a 2025 Showalter Faculty Scholar for her research in tendon tissue engineering and osteoarthritis. Her studies explore how lifestyle and environment shape healing and health.

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Basic Medical Sciences Faculty Member Selected as Showalter Faculty Scholar
Dr. Dianne Little, associate professor of basic medical sciences, is one of four Purdue University faculty members newly named as Showalter Faculty Scholar recipients. These appointments bring the number of currently funded Showalter scholars on Purdue’s West Lafayette campus to 15. The Showalter Tr
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November 2, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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Riley’s journey ends in triumph! 🐾💛

After completing her CHOP chemotherapy, she celebrated with her oncology team with some tail wagging and full of joy. Congratulations, Riley!

#Purdue #VetMed #VetOncology #CancerCare
Two members of Purdue’s Medical Oncology team kneel beside Riley, a white dog wearing a pink bandana that reads “Last chemo, let’s pawty!” and a pink and purple lei. Riley sits happily between them in the hospital treatment area, tongue out and smiling.
November 1, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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Halloween is fun for us but stressful for pets. 🎃 Purdue’s Center for Animal Welfare Science shares tips: make a quiet space, bring outdoor pets inside, and keep candy out of reach. A calm pet is a happy pet!

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Orange tabby cat sitting on a blanket by a window with colorful autumn trees outside.
October 31, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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Happy Halloween!

Make it fun, not frightful, for pets:

🍫 Keep candy out of reach (chocolate & xylitol = toxic)
🔔 Collars & tags on
🐶 Leash greeters at the door
👗 Safe, comfy costumes
🕯️ Pet-proof décor

Stay safe and have a great night!

#Purdue #VetMed #Halloween #Safety #PetCareTips
A beagle wearing a pink cowboy hat, denim outfit, and pink bandana looking up at the camera during a Halloween event. A yellow Labrador Retriever smiling while wearing a green beret and Girl Scout–style costume. A person kneeling beside a brown Labrador Retriever dressed as an angel with a white costume and black halo headband.
October 31, 2025 at 2:04 PM
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Foreign bodies in pets can cause serious illness. If your pet swallows a toy, bone, or string, seek veterinary care immediately. Early treatment saves lives. #Purdue #Vetmed #PetHealth
A veterinary X-ray showing a pet’s abdomen and chest, with ribs and internal organs visible. The image is used to illustrate the topic of foreign bodies in pets, highlighting how ingested objects can appear on diagnostic imaging.
October 30, 2025 at 9:34 PM
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Join our Emergency and Critical Care team at Purdue Veterinary Hospital. We’re hiring a credentialed Veterinary Technician/Nurse to advance animal care and education. Apply: https://purdue.vet/ecc-vt

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October 30, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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Meet Cheeto! 🧡
This friendly orange kitten joins our DVM & Veterinary Technology classes to spread smiles, calm nerves, and add a little sunshine to our day. Thanks to Dr. Anderson for bringing this purr-fect classroom companion! 😸

#Purdue #VetMed #StudentWellbeing
A collage featuring an orange kitten named Cheeto interacting with Purdue Veterinary Medicine students. In the left image, Cheeto leans over a classroom table, looking curiously at the camera. The top right image shows Cheeto sitting on a student’s lap wearing a Purdue sweatshirt. The bottom right image shows a smiling student holding Cheeto in a classroom filled with other students.
October 29, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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Big thanks to Emma Wood, Client Liaison and Team Lead in Medical Oncology. She’s known for her care, kindness, and humor. A coworker shared, “She truly cares and always finds ways to make you laugh.” Emma, your impact is felt every day. We’re grateful for you. #PawsUp #Purdue #VetMed
A young woman with long, reddish hair wearing a Purdue Veterinary Medicine jacket and shirt. Emma Wood, a Medical Oncology Client Liason.
October 29, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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Chocolate is toxic to dogs, especially dark or baking chocolate. Even a few ounces can cause serious illness. Keep #Halloween candy out of reach and call your vet if your pet gets into it.

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Small dog raising its paw to a person holding a heart-shaped box of chocolates while pointing a finger.
October 28, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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#Purdue #VetMed hosted the Global Engagement Fair to spotlight international study opportunities. Over 50 percent of students study abroad. Twenty were honored with the Global Veterinary Certificate for their commitment to global veterinary education and cross-cultural learning.
A collage of three photos from Purdue Veterinary Medicine’s Global Engagement Fair. Top left: veterinary student Megan Muñoz talks with classmates about her study abroad experience. Top right: third-year student Jose Meza Sanchez holds his Global Veterinary Certificate while standing with Global Engagement Director Addison Sheldon. Bottom: Dean Bret Marsh and Addison Sheldon pose with 13 Global Veterinary Certificate recipients during the celebration in the Veterinary Medical Library.
October 28, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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Veterinary professionals gathered at #Purdue for the MOAAR Symposium, a hands-on, two-day event focused on #aquatic, #amphibian, and #reptile medicine. Experts from across the U.S. and abroad led labs and lectures advancing the care of exotic species and inspiring future vets.

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A collage of three photos from the 2025 Medicine of Aquatics, Amphibians, and Reptiles (MOAAR) Symposium at Purdue University. Top left: two veterinary students practice listening to a bearded dragon’s heartbeat. Top right: Dr. Olivia Petritz presents during the symposium. Bottom: Purdue veterinary students Dalton Whitehead, Amanda Mills, and Jesus Gonzales stand with speakers Dr. Steve Thompson, Dr. Olivia Petritz, Dr. Andrew Stamper, and Dr. Lori Corriveau.
October 27, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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Welcome Nicole Cox, a new member of our DVM Class of 2029. Nicole is from Kokomo, Indiana, and plans to work in mixed animal practice after graduation. 🐾

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First-year DVM student Nicole Cox from Kokomo, Indiana, is introduced as part of the Purdue Veterinary Medicine Class of 2029. She hopes to work in mixed animal practice after graduation and looks forward to learning hands-on skills in the program.
October 24, 2025 at 12:00 PM