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The Case of the Egg-Bound Box Turtle

July 21, 2026

Oneida the ornate box turtle, a beloved ambassador animal at the Nahant Marsh Education Center in Davenport, Iowa, came to the University of Illinois Veterinary Teaching Hospital with a life-threatening condition: egg binding. With the…
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Taking the U. (of I.) to the Zoo

May 05, 2025

Most animal patients seen by the specialists at the University of Illinois Veterinary Teaching Hospital are brought to the Urbana facility by their owners. However, clinicians and veterinary students also make “house calls” for animals…
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Four Heart Abnormalities Add up to Tetralogy of Fallot

April 23, 2025

A puppy born with a rare heart condition—Tetralogy of Fallot—got a second chance at life, thanks to a collaboration involving a visiting veterinary heart surgeon and the cardiology and surgery teams at the University of…
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A Twist of Fate: Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus (GDV) in Dogs

April 04, 2025

Do you own a gentle giant … a Great Dane, Doberman pinscher, Weimaraner, or Irish setter? These big-hearted breeds are known for their loyalty and laid-back charm, but their deep-chested conformation also carries a hidden…
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a veterinary student performs a neuter surgery on a pet at the University of Illinois. Photo by Fred Zwicky

Factors Affecting Whether, How, and When to Neuter Your Pet

March 24, 2025

“Spay” and “neuter” are words frequently heard by owners of a new puppy, kitten, dog, or cat visiting the veterinary clinic. While spaying or neutering may be a requirement when adopting from a shelter and…
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Art the mule gets a chiropractic adjustment from Dr. Catherine Foreman-Hesterberg

Chiropractic Therapy for Animals

March 14, 2025

Veterinary chiropractic is a holistic approach to health and wellness and a popular technique for pain relief, mobility, and injuries. Animals of all shapes and sizes (even bearded dragons!) can be candidates for chiropractic treatments….
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Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late: Oral Tumors in Dogs and Cats

February 28, 2025

Bad breath in pets is often dismissed as just an unfortunate quirk. But what if that odor is actually a warning sign of something serious? Oral tumors in dogs and cats can drastically impact a…
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The Case of the Cat with Disappearing Teeth

February 09, 2025

February is National Pet Dental Health Month. That’s right – dental health is so important to our pets’ happiness and well-being that the American Veterinary Medical Association dedicated an entire month to it. It is…
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Tobias Ellis examines a horse's hoof to determine the best type of shoe for it.

If the Shoe Fits, You’ve Got a Good Farrier

February 03, 2025

Shoe shopping can be complicated. Is it the right color, style, brand, and fit? For horses, getting the right shoes is even more important and complicated. One shoe can mean the difference between a lame…
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a patient receives shockwave therapy from veterinary students

Non-invasive Therapies Aid Healing in Veterinary Rehabilitation

January 24, 2025

Most pet owners know about vaccines, monthly preventive medicines, and surgeries to keep their pets in good health. “Rehabilitation” may be a less familiar—and less widely available—veterinary treatment option. At the University of Illinois Veterinary…
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A wet dog wrapped in a towel sits in a bathtub.

The Right Treatment Plan for Your Pet? One You Can Carry Out

January 06, 2025

You notice that your dog has been scratching more than usual lately and his skin seems red and sensitive. You intend to see the veterinarian, but with all the holiday chaos going on, weeks pass…
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The Case of the Egg-Bound Box Turtle

Taking the U. (of I.) to the Zoo

Four Heart Abnormalities Add up to Tetralogy of Fallot

A Twist of Fate: Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus (GDV) in Dogs

Factors Affecting Whether, How, and When to Neuter Your Pet

Chiropractic Therapy for Animals

Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late: Oral Tumors in Dogs and Cats

The Case of the Cat with Disappearing Teeth

If the Shoe Fits, You’ve Got a Good Farrier

Non-invasive Therapies Aid Healing in Veterinary Rehabilitation

The Right Treatment Plan for Your Pet? One You Can Carry Out

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