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How Can a Spring Run Cause a Dog to Overheat?
March 25, 2026 / General News

When the first warm stretches of spring arrive, pets and people alike head outdoors, eager for fresh air after a long winter. While a brisk run or country drive can sound invigorating to a dog…
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Faculty Spotlight: Edgar Garrett, DVM, MS, DACT

September 15, 2021 / Practitioner Updates

Tell us about your background. I am originally from southwest Florida and attended Auburn University for my undergraduate studies and veterinary school. My first job as a veterinarian was at the University of Illinois as…
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In Memoriam: Dr. Arthur ‘Bob’ Twardock

September 09, 2021 / Alumni News

Dr. Bob Twardock passed away on Friday, September 3. He was a pioneer in the field of equine nuclear medicine. Working with Dr. Michael Devous, he developed non-invasive techniques using a gamma camera to diagnose…
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COVID-19: Recommendations for Veterinary Practices

August 31, 2021 / Practitioner Updates

Best Practices for Vet Practices This list of recommendations was compiled in March of 2020 by Dr. Ashley Mitek from information provided by the Illinois State Veterinary Medical Association, the Illinois Department of Public Health…
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Two Ways to Prepare Your Cytology Slide

August 23, 2021 / Practitioner Updates

The main goal in creating slides for cytologic assessment is to make smears that are thin and evenly distributed, yet without rupturing the cells. It is best to create multiple slides from one fine-needle aspirate…
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Hospital Reno

August 18, 2021 / General News

We hope you enjoy the tour! Do you want to skip to the Large Animal Clinic or the Veterinary Medicine South Clinic? Small Animal Clinic Small Animal Surgery Addition: This 9,000 sq. ft. wing features…
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