Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine

Meet Hannah Wright, DVM Class of 2029 🎉
From Newburgh, Indiana, Hannah is excited to join Exotics Club and hopes to pursue a career in exotic animal and emergency medicine.
Welcome to Purdue, Hannah! 🖤💛

#Purdue #VetMed

Dental grading chart showing stages from gingivitis to advanced periodontitis with images of canine and feline gums and teeth.

🦷🐾 Dental disease is incredibly common in #dogs & #cats and often painful if left untreated.

By age 3, most pets already show signs of dental disease. Professional cleanings every 6–12 months, plus good home care, help keep pets comfortable and healthy.

Healthy mouths mean healthier pets 💙

Dean Bret Marsh welcomes prospective veterinary students and guests to Lynn Hall during one of three interview days.

PVM student ambassadors Lillianne Shockley and Jenna Boha, of the Class of 2027, along with fellow interview day student volunteers Rachel Dunlap, Mason Tipton, and Taryn Martin, all of the Class of 2029.

Dean Bret Marsh with Purdue veterinary student interview day volunteers (left-right) Fiona Ridenour, of the Class of 2027, and Class of 2029 members Alex Hatch, Delaynie Flynn, and Grant Heuing.

We are one step closer to welcoming the #DVM #Classof2030. After 3 in-person Interview Days, 226 prospective students were selected from nearly 2,000 applicants worldwide to visit campus.

https://purdue.vet/4kk4zmy

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2025 White Coat Fund Help Purdue University reach 100 Students for the project: 2025 White Coat Fund. A donation of any amount can make a difference!

The White Coat Ceremony marks a major milestone for #Purdue third-year DVM students as they prepare to enter clinical rotations.

You can help keep this tradition strong by sponsoring a student through the 2026 White Coat

Learn more: https://purdue.vet/white-coat

#VetMed #VetSchool #whitecoat

Brooke Ferguson, RVT, a blond woman in a veterinary clinic holding a curly-haired dog wearing a colorful, pom-pom decorated scarf.

Happy 10th birthday to Mabel! 🎉🐾 This sweet Airedale terrier visits our Internal Medicine team at #Purdue #VetMed for care of her protein-losing nephropathy. Here’s to more happy, healthy years! 💜

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Experts to Gather at Purdue for Conference Addressing the Public Health Threat of Antimicrobial Resistance The ongoing challenges posed by multi-drug resistant infections will be the focus of a multidisciplinary conference taking place in three weeks at Purdue University.  The Fourth Annual Conference on Antimicrobial Resistance is set for February 25–26, 2026 at Purdue’s Stewart Center in West Lafayette

Purdue will host the Fourth Annual Conference on Antimicrobial Resistance on Feb 25–26.

This event brings together experts from human and #vetmed, #PublicHealth, #research, & industry to address the determinants, dynamics, & deterrence of #AMR.

https://purdue.vet/3MhtUB5

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Collage of senior Vet Tech students with dogs at different campus and community events. Students are shown playing, walking, and caring for the Canine Educator dogs, and gathered in a group photo at an outdoor campus event.

Celebrating the Vet Tech Class of 2026 and their amazing work in the Canine Educator Program. Senior Sunday starts now. #Purdue #VetTech #SeniorSunday #CanineEducators

An Alumna's Giant Leap of Faith Argo the Doberman was in trouble. Diagnosed with ventricular arrhythmia, an abnormal heart rhythm, he could collapse and die at any moment. Although a local specialty clinic had stabilized him, his owner, Dr. Laura Strong (PU DVM '87), knew that traditional medication wouldn't be enough. In her sear

A Doberman named Argo helped advance a pioneering option at Purdue: canine cardiac ablation for dangerous ventricular arrhythmias. One Health teamwork at work. 🫀🐾 https://purdue.vet/4pWrci2

#news #PurdueVetMed #OneHealth

Four-photo collage of Kendal Castelo. She wears cap and gown with honor cords outside a glass building; stands in teal scrubs by a sign reading “Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine”; holds a stethoscope outdoors by landscaping; and poses in a Purdue sweatshirt with a small black curly-haired dog in front of a large Purdue “P”.

First-Year Friday: Meet Kendal Castelo, #DVM Class of 2029 at #Purdue #VetMed. Kendal is from Fishers, Indiana, and is excited to learn with the canine educators. She hopes to work in small animal general practice, one day own a clinic, and explore work with exotic animals.

Brindle-coated dog stands in a clear underwater treadmill tank with water up to its chest, looking up with an open-mouth, happy expression. The treadmill enclosure and water surface are visible around the dog.

Physical therapy is not just recovery. For dogs with hip dysplasia, early weight management and targeted rehab can reduce pain, improve joint stability, and support long-term mobility. Strengthening hip-supporting muscles may slow secondary osteoarthritis. #Purdue #VetMed #DogRehab #PetMobility

Reception Celebrates Completion of Named Dental Suite in Lynn Hall Amidst growing recognition of the importance of veterinary dentistry as part of small animal primary care, the College of Veterinary Medicine hosted a reception this fall to showcase a new, named dental suite.  Held in conjunction with the Purdue Veterinary Conference, the reception on September 19

A big step for veterinary dentistry at Purdue: a new named dental suite in Lynn Hall, thanks to alumna Dr. Janet Houghton (DVM ’72). 🦷🐾 https://purdue.vet/3NzoQbv

#news #Purdue #VetMed #VeterinaryDentistry American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

PVM Scholars Co-Edit New Edition of Signature Veterinary Histology Textbook A new edition of a time-tested and influential veterinary work is on the market thanks to the scholarly efforts of two Purdue Veterinary Medicine faculty members and their team of U.S. and international experts from multiple veterinary schools. “Dellmann’s Textbook of Veterinary Histology” is an ess

A new edition of “Dellmann’s Textbook of Veterinary Histology” is now available, co-edited by Marxa Figueiredo and John Turek of #Purdue #VetMed. Updated content includes high-resolution micrographs and a companion image site. https://purdue.vet/3ZyhXK4
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Paws Up to Dr. Niwako Ogata. We're recognizing Dr. Ogata, associate professor of animal behavior, for leadership that combines clear guidance with empathy and encouragement. A trainee said her light, funny style helps people stay focused and keep improving.

#PawsUp #news #Purdue #VetMed

Welcome New Faculty The Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine welcomed new faculty members during 2025.

Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine welcomed new faculty during 2025, adding expertise across clinical care, teaching, diagnostics, and research. Welcome to our newest colleagues. https://purdue.vet/4pR1kUH

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Electric Signals Help Immune Cells Find Their Way The body’s immune system is constantly on patrol, deploying billions of specialized cells to detect and destroy harmful invaders. Among the first to respond are neutrophils — fast-moving white blood cells that rush to sites of infection or injury. But how do these tiny first responders know where to

New Purdue University research shows bioelectric signals across a neutrophil’s membrane help it sense direction during chemotaxis. The Kir7.1 potassium channel shapes membrane voltage to support efficient immune-cell movement. https://purdue.vet/3NAQ69K

#news #Purdue #VetMed #Immunology

Close-up of a brown horse's head with text promoting Purdue University's Equine Wellness Forum by the College of Veterinary Medicine.

Equine Wellness Forum is Saturday, Feb 7 at Lynn Hall in West Lafayette. Presentations, demonstrations, and an optional Purdue University Veterinary Hospital tour. Online registration closes Feb 4 at 5 p.m. Walk-in registration available. Learn more at https://purdue.vet/460nLA3

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Four Faculty Leaders Conclude PVM Careers 2025 marked a major milestone in the careers of four prominent Purdue Veterinary Medicine faculty members who retired.  Each of them touched the lives of many students and alumni through their dedication as mentors, educators, scholars and leaders.  Their accomplishments and influence reached across

In 2025, Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine recognized four faculty retirees: Larry Adams, Ellen Lowery, Dean Emeritus Willie Reed, and Kathy Salisbury. Thank you for decades of leadership, teaching, and mentorship. https://purdue.vet/4jZyxfw

#news #Purdue #VetMed

A three-image collage of a white and gray cat. In one image, the cat drinks from a running water fountain placed on the floor. In another, the cat stands on its hind legs looking out a window. In the third image, the cat is curled up sleeping on a soft blanket.

Male cats are especially prone to urinary blockages. Encouraging hydration with running water fountains can help dilute urine and support urinary health. 💧🐈‍⬛

#CatCare #Purdue #VetMed

History in the Making: Purdue Veterinary Medicine Connects 21st Century Diagnostic Imaging with Prehistoric Dinosaur Remnants in Partnership with Children's Museum of Indianapolis If you haven’t heard of an Allosaurus before, expect the name of this Jurassic-era predator to become much more familiar in the years to come, as a planned future exhibit at the acclaimed Children’s Museum of Indianapolis takes shape, with some help that was provided by the Purdue University College

A CT scan for a 150 million-year-old patient. 🦖📸 Purdue Vet Med partnered with The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis to image an Allosaurus fossil and support exhibit prep.
https://purdue.vet/3NBjywf

#news #Purdue #VetMed #OneHealth American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

The Continuum sculpture outside of the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine. It is a series of bronze statues of a man waving, a boy running with a goat, a seated figure, and two horses on a paved walkway surrounded by greenery.

A new campaign draws inspiration from Purdue’s fight song: “vict’ries and your heroes.” Victories & Heroes: Your Campaign for #Purdue highlights priorities for Purdue #VetMed, including faculty, scholarships, research, and animal health care. https://purdue.vet/4abbyKY
#news #victoriesandheroes

A series of portraits of Megyn McCoy, a veterinary student. In one image, she stands outdoors on a tree-lined path wearing a light pink dress and smiling at the camera. In another, she stands confidently beneath stone columns wearing a black outfit with a gold graduation stole. In the third image, she smiles while standing in a laboratory wearing a white lab coat, glasses, and blue gloves, with lab equipment visible behind her.

First Year Friday ✨

Welcome Megyn McCoy to the Purdue DVM Class of 2029. She’s excited to explore new areas of veterinary medicine as she begins her journey at Purdue.

#FirstYearFriday #PurdueVetMed #DVM2029

Brown dog wearing a blue winter jacket standing in fresh snow with snow on its snout.

Snowy days do not have to mean no exercise. Regular activity supports healthy weight, joint mobility, digestion, and calmer behavior. In extreme cold, shorten outdoor time and add indoor enrichment like training, puzzle feeders, scent games, or play.

#Purdue #VetMed #Winter #WinterPets

A young fluffy puppy with black, brown, and white fur sits on a veterinary exam table, looking directly at the camera with its mouth open and tongue slightly out. The puppy wears a collar with an ID tag. A window with blinds and veterinary equipment are visible in the background.

The most important puppy socialization period is 3–14 weeks of age. Early, positive experiences help support confident, well-adjusted adult dogs. 🐶

#PuppyCare #Purdue #VetMed

Thomas, a small animal internal medicine patient at our hospital, celebrated a quinceañera. He was seen for hyperthyroidism, common in older cats, which can cause weight loss, increased appetite, thirst, urination, and an unkempt coat.

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Portrait of Laurie Marsh, supervisor for Emergency Critical Care and Small Animal Reception at Purdue University Veterinary Hospital, wearing a Purdue University polo shirt and smiling against a studio background.

Paws Up to Laurie Marsh 🐾 Thank you for helping our hospital team feel supported and appreciated during winter recess through a thoughtful wellness delivery.

#Purdue #VetMed #Wellness #TeamSupport #news

Five DVM students from Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine attended the Veterinary Business Management Association National Conference in Orlando as club officers. They built business skills, made connections, and brought back ideas for VBMA at Purdue. #Purdue #VetMed

Administrative Appointments Provide New Leadership New appointments have been announced for the Purdue University Veterinary Hospital, Basic Medical Sciences department, and the veterinary technology program.

Leadership updates at Purdue Vet Med: new appointments in hospital operations, Basic Medical Sciences, and the Veterinary Technology Program, all supporting care, education, and research. https://purdue.vet/4pXGvr0

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Two cats resting on a bed covered with gray blankets. One is an orange tabby lying in the foreground, and the other is a brown tabby sitting just behind it, both looking toward the camera in a softly lit bedroom.

Cats have a low thirst drive, which can increase the risk of urinary issues when urine becomes too concentrated. Adding wet food can help support hydration and urinary tract health.

#CatHealth #PurdueVetMed #PreventiveCare

Carrying Forward a Life of Care: Family Honors Memory of Purdue Graduate Dr. Rick Chaille with Support for Purdue Veterinary Hospital's Nutrition Kitchen When Jean Chaille talks about her late husband, Rick, she returns again and again to the same qualities — his kindness, his faithfulness, his playful mischievousness and the simple way that he made people feel respected. “He was always looking for ways to be helpful,” she says. “He was compassionate

Honoring Dr. Rick Chaille (PU DVM ’78) with lasting support for patient care and student training through the Purdue Veterinary Hospital nutrition kitchen. ❤️🐾

https://purdue.vet/45NugWP

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A chocolate Labrador retriever wearing an orange collar sits outdoors with trees and dry leaves in the background. The dog’s mouth is open in a relaxed pant, appearing happy and content.

Paul the chocolate Lab went from Canine Educator to couch connoisseur 💛

After helping train future veterinarians, he is now enjoying life at home.

#Purdue #VetMed #GoodDog American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)