Apr 7, 2016
A case in history: There’s something about Critter
John Kerr and Mary Visser Kerr didn’t expect to stumble upon a litter of five newborn kittens on a spring afternoon in early May 1984.
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Apr 7, 2016
Update: OVC Pet Trust's $9-million campaign
An astounding $6.5 million has been committed to help create new world-class surgery and anesthesia facilities at the Ontario Veterinary College (OVC) at the University of Guelph.
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Apr 7, 2016
Honouring Suzi Beber
Inspirational advocate for helping others and fighting canine cancer receives Honorary Doctorate at University of Guelph.
Apr 4, 2016
Spring Update
"2016 marks the 30th anniversary of OVC Pet Trust and as we take the time to reflect over the past three decades, I feel proud to be a part of an organization that has done so much to help pets and the people who love and care for them." Read the full spring update from Pet Trust's Managing Director Kim Robinson.
Apr 1, 2016
$23-million investment to support infrastructure renewal at the Ontario Veterinary College (OVC)
The provicinal government announced a $23-million investment to support renovation and expansion at OVC, including new spaces for enhanced clinical teaching and learning.
Mar 31, 2016
OVC Pet Trust turns 30!
2016 marks OVC Pet Trust's 30th anniversary. Thank you to everyone who has made the past 30 years such an incredible journey.
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Feb 10, 2016
Champion for helping others receives Honorary Doctorate at winter Convocation
A champion for innovative cancer research with a passion for helping others will be honoured with an honorary doctorate from the University of Guelph during winter convocation on February 18. The Smiling Blue Skies Fund has raised more than $1.6 million for OVC Pet Trust since 2001.
Jan 13, 2016
Researchers Identify Potential Heart Disorder Cause, Treatment
OVC Pet Trust funded research in the news: a novel therapy tested by University of Guelph scientists for treating a fatal heart disorder in dogs might ultimately help in diagnosing and treating heart disease in humans.
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Jan 4, 2016
Meet Dr. Hugues Beaufrère
January 5 is National Bird Day, and we’re celebrating by sitting down with the Chief of the Avian and Exotic Service here at Ontario Veterinary College (OVC) to learn all about birds.
Dec 21, 2015
$1-million gift supports cutting-edge OVC unit
A passion for animals and an appreciation for outstanding veterinary care have inspired a new $1-million gift to the University of Guelph’s Ontario Veterinary College (OVC). The donation from Lindy Barrow is one of the first leadership gifts to a $9-million fundraising campaign launched this fall through the OVC Pet Trust.
