UC Davis - Large Animal Clinic - Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital

11/18/2024

Equine and livestock specialists at the UC Davis veterinary hospital’s Large Animal Clinic constantly seek to optimize standard of care. With advancements in research, collaborative treatments, and innovative procedures, they continue to raise the bar. Here are four stories from the school’s Synergy magazine to highlight their work: https://magazine.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/news-article-fall-2024/clinical-updates

11/08/2024

Researchers at the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine marked a milestone in equine assisted reproductive technologies with the first successful use of frozen-thawed s***m for in vitro fertilization production of equine embryos. While a foal has not been produced yet, these promising results have the potential for broader clinical applications, as well as valuable opportunities to study fertilization and embryo development. https://www.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/news/uc-davis-first-produce-equine-embryos-vitro-fertilization-frozen-s***m

11/03/2024

’s Drs. Scott Katzman, Julie Dechant, Harriett Flynn, and Laurel Saldinger are at Del Mar for the Breeders’ Cup—serving as the on-track emergency team!

Dr. Mathieu Spriet is also on site with a PET scanner, ready to provide advanced diagnostics when needed.

Read more at: https://paulickreport.com/news/breeders-cup/extraordinary-collaboration-puts-focus-on-safety-and-integrity

10/31/2024

Faculty and staff in the Equine Medicine Service and the Equine Intensive Care Unit did a remarkable job in returning Champ to health. The 5-year-old donkey gelding presented a challenging case of masseter myodegeneration from and selenium deficiency. The rescued donkey then found his forever home after being adopted along with two other sanctuary donkeys with whom he bonded. https://www.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/news/rescued-donkey-overcomes-muscular-disorder-brought-trace-mineral-deficiency

10/26/2024

Only 5 days remain to help us reach our goal. We’re so close to our crowdfunding goal. Please consider helping our NICU provide premium care to newborn foals. Thank you!

Only 5 days left to help us reach our goal! Our neonatal ICU has been selected as the October Crowdfunding Campaign at UC Davis. We would be honored to have you help us provide the best care possible for foals and crias that need specialty care immediately after birth. Donations will be used for new equipment, development of novel treatments, and assistance with indigent care. DONATE and learn more: https://www.givecampus.com/schools/UniversityofCaliforniaDavis/crowdfund-uc-davis-october-2024/pages/nicu

10/25/2024

Our Equine Internal Medicine Service has a fun page to follow. Every week, they post an interesting medicine question to figure out. Give them a follow.

👀 Here’s another medicine question 😎

🤓 Evaluation of a horse’s mucous membranes (gums) can provide useful information regarding the horse’s condition. Color, capillary refill time and moistness can all be assessed 🩺

📸 The photographed mucous membranes belong to a 12-year-old mare showing signs of colic. What might this color indicate and how might this influence what you do❓

✏️The answer will be posted later this week 🤩

10/19/2024

Our neonatal ICU is so close to reaching their fundraising goal. Please help put them over the top.

We're almost there. Please help us reach our goal! Our neonatal ICU has been selected as the October Crowdfunding Campaign at UC Davis. We would be honored to have you help us provide the best care possible for foals and crias that need specialty care immediately after birth. Donations will be used for new equipment, development of novel treatments, and assistance with indigent care. DONATE and learn more: https://www.givecampus.com/schools/UniversityofCaliforniaDavis/crowdfund-uc-davis-october-2024/pages/nicu

10/18/2024

Dr. Sarah le Jeune, chief of our Equine Integrative Sports Medicine Service, is featured on this episode of the Ask The Horse podcast about preventive equine joint care.

Two veterinarians answer your questions about preventive equine joint care during this Ask TheHorse podcast.

10/17/2024

On Oct. 30, AAEP is hosting a webinar covering the basics of reproductive biology of the horse, the logistics of breeding season, and what to expect when breeding a mare. The webinar is free but registration is required; a recording will be available for those who can’t attend the live event. Register here: https://aaep.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=098934c9131c3fad1fa75df6c&id=1483cf37f3&e=6b6040315a

10/16/2024

The UC Davis veterinary hospital’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) needs your help. Newborn foals and crias are some of the most vulnerable patients at the hospital, and they can present the most challenging and complex cases in all of large animal medicine. You can help save these newborns. The NICU has been selected for the October Crowdfunding Campaign at UC Davis. We would be honored to have you help us provide the best care possible for foals and crias that need specialty care immediately after birth. Donations will be used for new equipment, development of novel treatments, and assistance with indigent care. DONATE and learn more: https://www.givecampus.com/schools/UniversityofCaliforniaDavis/crowdfund-uc-davis-october-2024/pages/nicu

10/15/2024

Happy Veterinary Technician Week!

10/14/2024

It’s National Veterinary Technician Week, a time to recognize the incredible vet techs and assistants who are the heart and soul of our patient care. Their skill, dedication, and compassion are vital to everything we do, ensuring the well-being of our patients and their owners with unwavering commitment. THANK YOU to all our vet techs for everything they do. Their impact is immeasurable, and we are grateful for them every day.

10/04/2024

We are excited to announce the launch of our October 2024 Crowdfund to support our Neonatal ICU 🐴♥️

Please consider making a donation to help save the lives of neonatal foals and crias that without your help might be euthanized. Donations provide general support for the Foal ICU, including our current goal of treating patients and purchasing new equipment. Every little bit helps!!

For more information and to make a donation, please visit the site below:

https://www.givecampus.com/schools/UniversityofCaliforniaDavis/crowdfund-uc-davis-october-2024/pages/nicu

09/19/2024

09/07/2024

The Donkey Welfare Symposium is coming up in a few weeks. Reserve your spot now.

Join us for the 12th Annual Donkey Welfare Symposium at on September 27–29! This conference is for donkey professionals and enthusiasts—in-person and virtual options are available. Secure your spot today: https://na.eventscloud.com/ereg/index.php?eventid=803313