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Apr 25, 2025The University of Guelph is strengthening veterinary care in northern Ontario through its recent partnership with Lakehead University, delivering the Collaborative Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program (CDVMP).
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Feb 18, 2025New OVC Pet Trust-funded research discovers microRNA elevated in dogs with osteosarcoma compared to healthy dogs; high expression levels were also associated with shorter survival times and a faster disease progression. Findings could pave the way for new diagnostic tool for early detection and prognosis prediction in cancer patients.
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Jan 8, 2025We are pleased to share the latest edition of Best Friends magazine, the pet magazine of the Ontario Veterinary College.
In this issue, learn about new and exciting developments at OVC that benefit pets and the people who love them. Find out how OVC Pet Trust supporters and donors are contributing to improved health and well-being for our beloved companion animals!
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Dec 19, 2024Though the holidays can be the most refreshing part of the year, they can also bring unexpected grief for our companion animals, says Sarah Bernardi, a veterinary social worker at the University of Guelph.
“Holidays often bring up nostalgia and reflection, which can heighten awareness of loved ones, human or animal, who are no longer present,” says Bernardi. “It’s not uncommon to dread the ‘firsts’ – especially the first holidays without them.”
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Oct 8, 2024"As veterinarians, we play such a big role with end-of-life discussions and euthanasia. We know how difficult this decision is to make, how hard it is to go through and how hard it is after it’s done. We are here to support clients during this process and hope you feel comfortable reaching out."
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Aug 21, 2024The human-animal bond is a cherished relationship. Pets are members of our families who enrich our lives with unconditional and unspoken love. Our compassion and care for them is endless.
The emotional and ethical challenges that arise when a beloved pet becomes sick can deeply impact pet owners and their families. Since 2020, the Ontario Veterinary College (OVC) has offered a support service to clients that few animal hospitals have in place: Veterinary Social Work.
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Aug 19, 2024By age 14, most dogs know a thing or two about veterinary visits. But few are as experienced as Toby, a 14-year-old Yorkshire terrier who has quickly become one of the most well-known patients at the Ontario Veterinary College (OVC) Health Sciences Centre (HSC).
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Aug 6, 2024Dr. Brigitte Brisson has teamed up with the SickKids Research Institute to explore a non-invasive treatment for canine bone cancer that may also benefit children.
Dr. Tony Mutsaer’s new melanoma treatment strategy could lead to better cancer outcomes for dogs diagnosed with canine melanoma.
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Jul 8, 2024Ontario Veterinary College (OVC) researcher and professor Dr. Sonja Fonfara has been recognized with an appointment as Research Chair in Feline Health at the University of Guelph. As the inaugural chairholder, Fonfara will play a leadership role in enhancing feline research and medicine to improve the health and well-being of cats.