Purdue Vet Med second-year DVM students spent part of their summer in South Africa with Legacy Wildlife Services, gaining hands-on experience in wildlife medicine, conservation, and field veterinary work. #Purdue #VetMed #StudyAbroad #WildlifeMedicine @avmavets.bsky.social

Archie is seeing more clearly after cataract surgery with our Ophthalmology team If your pet is showing signs like cloudy eyes, bumping into objects, vision changes, or eye discomfort, schedule an exam with your veterinarian or veterinary ophthalmologist. #pethealth @avmavets.bsky.social

Paws up for Dr. Makensie Anderson, Small Animal Surgery resident in the Purdue Vet Hospital. DVM students praised her calm, competent approach and the way she invites student input into cases to build confidence and clinical reasoning. Thank you for your mentorship and professionalism. #VetMed

Hiring: credentialed veterinary technician (Large Animal) at the Purdue University Veterinary Hospital, supporting the Purdue University Equine and Farm Animal Hospitals. Benefits plus $3,000 signing bonus. https://purdue.vet/vettech-la #vettech #job #Purdue #Vetmed @avmavets.bsky.social

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Vet Tech Senior Sunday: Makenzie Moore Makenzie brought professionalism, calm, and reliability to her rotations in the Purdue University Veterinary Hospital. Her steady presence supported both patients and teammates. #VetTech #Purdue #VetMed @avmavets.bsky.social

Paws up for Priscilla Paradise, RVT, instructional technologist for the Veterinary Technology Distance Learning Program. During Wellness Week, she shared her time and led a yoga class that brought relaxation and rejuvenation into the day. Thank you, Priscilla. #news #Purdue #VetMed

PVM Pro Tips is a new pet care app from Purdue Vet Med, developed with Purdue University’s Spatial Computing Hub. Step-by-step tutorials for at-home care for dogs, cats, birds, and horses. Available on iPhone, iPad, & Apple Vision Pro. https://purdue.vet/pet-health-app #PetTech @avmavets.bsky.social

Dogs and cats can both develop diabetes mellitus, but the disease differs by species. Dogs usually require lifelong insulin therapy, while some cats can achieve diabetic remission with early treatment and weight management. #Purdue #VetMed #PetHealth

Pannus (Chronic Superficial Keratitis) is an immune-mediated eye disease commonly seen in German Shepherds and some other breeds. Early diagnosis and lifelong treatment can help protect vision and slow progression. #Purdue #VetMed #DogHealth American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

The ACVO-SAVES program provides free eye exams each May for qualifying Service and Working Animals through volunteer veterinary ophthalmologists. Supporting the animals who serve our communities. #Purdue #VetMed #AnimalHealth

Its First Year Friday, so welcome Brooke to the Purdue Vet Med DVM Class of 2029! Originally from Valparaiso, IN, Brooke is excited to grow her clinical skills and explore mixed animal, emergency, and general practice medicine. #VetMed #Purdue American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)#VetMed

Seasonal allergies are a common cause of itchy skin in #dogs during the spring months. Pollen, mold, & dust all contribute to allergy flare-ups. If your pet is showing signs of seasonal allergies, contact your vet for help. #Purdue #VetMed #PetHealth American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

Mindy Anderson, PharmD, BS, RVT, assistant dean for #VetTech Programs & clinical associate professor, has been named a 2026 inductee into the Purdue University Teaching Academy, one of 11 faculty recognized for outstanding and scholarly teaching. https://purdue.vet/3R39Vbs#VetTech#Purdue #news

Tiny kittens, big milestones 🐾 Most #kittens begin vaccine visits around 6-8 weeks old and continue booster appointments every 3-4 weeks through 16-20 weeks of age. Early veterinary care helps support healthy growth and lifelong wellness. #VetMed American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

We celebrated the Class of 2026 with Senior Send Off events for DVM and veterinary technician graduates, including Next Giant Leap photo signs and a strong sense of community. https://purdue.vet/4uQ1a2Q #Purdue #VetMed #news

Luke Bousema (DVM Class of 2026) is the first PVM student to win the national Simmons Educational Fund Business Aptitude Award. The honor includes a $35,000 prize & recognizes an outstanding real-world case study submission. Congratulations, Luke! https://purdue.vet/4d0bQ9g #news #Purdue #VetMed

Shyamkumar T.S., a graduate research assistant in our Dept of Comparative Pathobiology, earned runner-up in Purdue’s “Say It In 6” competition, telling his research story with one image and a six-word caption "Shining Light on Life’s Hidden Beginnings.” #vetmed Congratulations, Shyamkumar!

A bunny visited Purdue Veterinary Hospital’s Ophthalmology service. 🐰 Rabbits have nearly 360-degree vision, helping them spot movement from almost every angle. #Purdue #VetMed #RabbitCare American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

Learn how the story of a dog named Brandi provided inspiration for @pucvm.bsky.social's next giant leap in comparative oncology research, which was symbolized by the dedication of the Werling Comparative Oncology Research Center in 2025: jav.ma/werling

Our #VetTech Distance Learning program is launching a new plan of study this fall: credits reduced from 70 to 64 for completion in eight consecutive semesters. It keeps accreditation standards, adds selectives, and includes a VTNE prep selective course. https://purdue.vet/4tt7oEW#VetTech#news #Purdue

Vet Tech Senior Sunday spotlight: Maggie Malone! From small animals to exotics and large animal care, Maggie brings patience, kindness, and support into every rotation at Purdue University Veterinary Hospital. #VetTech #Purdue #VetMed American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

Seal eye exams at the Fort Wayne Zoo. 🦭👁️ Dr. Leah Douglas and Dr. Julie McLaughlin recently provided ophthalmology care for the zoo’s seals. #Purdue #VetMed #ZooMedicine American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

Scholarships are helping make vet tech education more accessible for working students in Purdue’s Vet Tech Distance Learning program. https://purdue.vet/4tX6am8 #news #Purdue #VetMed American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

Paws up for our Continuum Café team, Tammie Hill and Rebecca Watkins. Warm good mornings, coffee, and quick bites help start the day, and the extra joy during finals week lifts morale for the Purdue Vet Med community. Thank you for creating a welcoming space in Lynn Hall. #news #Purdue #VetMed

Purdue’s Croney Research Group will host the Canine Welfare Science Conference May 29 & 30 in Lafayette, Indiana, focused on the human-dog bond and ethical. https://purdue.vet/4uini5K #VetMed #news American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

DVM Class of 2027 is 75 percent of the way there. Coursework is done. Clinical year is next. #VetMed #Purdue #FutureVets American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

Purdue Day of Giving was remarkable. PVM ranked 4th on the Donation Leaderboard with more than $5.95M raised and received $6,279 in bonus funds. Thank you to everyone who gave and participated in the day’s events. https://purdue.vet/4d4T67n #VetMed #news #Purdue

Final rotation block for the DVM Class of 2026. Next stop: Graduation. #VetMed #Purdue #DVM2026 American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

It's Vet Tech Senior Sunday! Bridgett Sullivan leads with empathy, intention, and strong leadership. Her impact reaches far beyond the hospital. #Purdue #VetMed #SeniorSunday American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

First Year Friday, meet Mason Tipton, DVM Class of 2029. From Liberty, Indiana, Mason is pursuing mixed animal medicine with a passion for pigs and hopes to own a clinic one day. Welcome to Purdue Vet Med. #Purdue #VetMed #FirstYearFriday American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

PVM Research Day celebrated #OneHealth scholarship w/ a keynote by Dr. Qijing Zhang of Iowa State Vet Med on hypervirulent & antibiotic-resistant Campylobacter; as well as research talks, nearly 60 posters, & awards recognizing student & trainee research. https://purdue.vet/4eCmC6E#OneHealth #news #VetMed

This Purdue Day of Giving, we are thanking Dr. Sandi and Mr. Fred Norman for supporting Purdue Vet Med students. Their gift helps create more opportunities for the next generation of veterinary professionals. #Purdue #VetMed #PurdueDayofGiving

If Purdue Vet Med has cared for an animal you love, taught you, or been part of your Purdue story, today is a good day to give back. Support student training, research, and patient care: https://purdue.vet/pdog #VetMed #Purdue #PurdueDayofGiving @avmavets.bsky.social

Paws up for Bill Kielhorn and the PVM IT team! Bill, a technical support analyst, gave outstanding support during our office computer transition. Thanks to Bill and the whole team for keeping us connected every day. #news #Purdue #VetMed

Dr. Melinda (Mindy) Anderson received the 2026 Charles B. Murphy Outstanding Undergraduate Teaching Award, Purdue’s highest undergraduate teaching honor. A Purdue alumna, Registered VetTech, & PharmD, she teaches pharmacology & leads our VetTech Program. https://purdue.vet/4mXuAtm #news #Purdue

Bladder stones can cause urinary issues. Cystoscopy allows diagnosis and removal in one minimally invasive procedure. #Purdue #VetMed #AnimalHealth American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

Meet Deanna Nestler for Vet Tech Senior Sunday! She brings patience, encouragement, and teamwork to every clinical rotation. #Purdue #VetMed #SeniorSunday

Happy World Veterinary Day. Celebrating the veterinary professionals who care for animals of all sizes, species, and backgrounds. #WorldVeterinaryDay #Purdue #VetMed

Dr. Deborah Knapp of the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine received the Career Research Achievement Award at the Purdue Institute for Cancer Research 2026 Recognition Awards. https://purdue.vet/4myLzlg #news #Purdue #VetMed American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

Celebrating Lab Tech Week. Thank you to our lab professionals and pathologists supporting diagnostics and patient care every day. #labweek #labweek2026 #Purdue #VetMed #OneHealth

Oreo is helping us count down to Purdue Day of Giving on April 29. Gifts and participation can move Purdue units up the leaderboards and into Day of Giving challenges. Save the date. #PurdueVetMed #PurdueDayOfGiving #Continuum25

Foal watch in action. Students monitor mares 24/7 during foal season, supporting every delivery. #Purdue #VetMed #Equine American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

From the classroom to clinical rotations, Purdue Vet Med’s DVM Class of 2027 just marked a major milestone at the White Coat Ceremony. Next stop, the veterinary hospital. #VetMed #Purdue #WhiteCoat #WhiteCoatCeremony American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

Summer is almost here. Heat stroke can happen fast, and pets overheat more quickly than people. Water, shade, and less activity during peak heat make a difference. #Purdue #VetMed #PetSafety American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

April is Heartworm Awareness Month. Heartworm disease is spread by mosquitoes, and even indoor pets are at risk. One bite is all it takes. Monthly prevention makes a difference. #Purdue #VetMed #PetHealth American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

Sleep and routine matter for pets. Stress can show up in behavior or physical health. #Purdue #VetMed #PetHealth American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

We're saddened to share the passing of two alumni in late 2025: Dr. Donald F. Disque (DVM 1963) & Dr. Leonard A. Jenkins (DVM 1976). We extend our condolences to their families, friends, and colleagues, and we honor their lives of service and care. https://purdue.vet/3QhlcV9 #news #Purdue #VetMed

Kelcee stands out in clinic for the confidence and capability teammates notice right away. Supportive & easy to work with, she helps keep rotations running smoothly. One teammate said it simply: “confident and very capable in clinic.” #Purdue #VetMed American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)#Purdue

As many Americans are having more deliveries brought to their doors, delivery drivers are at an increased risk of dog bites. With a little planning, training and preparation, dog owners can make sure these interactions are safe. Learn more at avma.org/DogBite