UTCVM-University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine

11/20/2025

Want to learn about what your cat might be thinking? Our board-certified veterinary behaviorist, Dr. Julie Albright, will untangle what’s real and what’s myth.

Curious about your cat’s behavior? 🐈

Join us for Cat Tales: Cat Behavior Talk & Improv on Saturday, Dec. 6, from 11 a.m.–12:45 p.m. Guests are welcome to join one part or stay for the full experience.

First, hear from board-certified veterinary behaviorist and UTCVM-University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine Associate Professor Julia Albright as she untangles what’s real, what’s myth, and what your cat might be thinking.

Then, let act out what you've learned during a workshop with Improv Knoxville and Manatee Vanity Improv!

11/20/2025

Barrel Futurities of America suspends Oklahoma event. Important Information Concerning Positive EHM Cases in Oklahoma

Equine herpesvirus (EHV) is a family of equine viruses named by numbers including EHV-1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 with EHV-1,3,4 posing the most risk for domestic horses. EHV is a common DNA virus that occurs in horse populations worldwide. The two most common species are EHV-1 and EHV-4.

11/19/2025

November is National Pet Cancer Awareness Month. "Approximately 1 in 4 dogs will develop cancer at some point during their life, and this risk increases to 1 in 2 for dogs 10 years or older."

Pets today have a better chance of being successfully treated for cancer than ever before, thanks to major advances in early recognition, diagnosis, and treatment. Understanding what cancer is—and what signs to look for—can help you act quickly and make informed choices.

11/15/2025

Smokey X, our beloved retired Bluetick Coonhound mascot, visited the UT College of Veterinary Medicine this week for his regularly scheduled check-in with our oncology team. His weight is holding steady (TBH, he’s had to watch his caloric intake since puphood). Despite his cancer diagnosis, Smokey’s appetite remains undiminished, and his energy level continues to be good.
This week, Smokey X spent a memorable night howling at the Northern Lights! The Hudson family is touched by the strong sense of community and compassion that defines Vol Nation.

11/08/2025

11/08/2025

The Hudson family sent this fantastic photo of Smokey X along with a November 8 update. “Smokey X is doing well to be an almost 14-year-old boy! We are still in shock about his diagnosis, but we are extremely grateful to the UT Vet School for their amazing care of our precious Tennie! Minus age-related issues, his diet and mannerisms, etc., have remained unchanged, and for that, we are also very thankful!”
https://vetmed.tennessee.edu/tennessee-mascot-diagnosed-with-cancer/

11/07/2025

THANK YOU for supporting us during https://give.utk.edu/schools/UniversityofTennesseeKnoxville/big-orange-give/pages/colleges/vet-med?a=10820588

11/06/2025

What a coincidence! UT’s Mic Nite on the same day as Big Orange Give. Dr. Ursini was scheduled to speak months ago. Her topic? You got it! She shared Seven’s story with a packed house of UT faculty from across campus. Not lying when I saw a gentleman wipe tears from his eyes. If you’d like to give to the Baby Seven endowed scholarships Katie set up, please visit https://bigorangegive.utk.edu/vet-med

11/06/2025

Sweet Tater says we can do this! Just a few hours left in Big Orange Give. Your gifts can help our Shelter Medicine program which helps dogs like Tater. She was spayed through that program six years ago and then adopted by her forever family. Help us finish strong and then sleep tight! . Https://bigorangegive.utk.edu/vet-med

11/05/2025

Today is Big Orange Give at UT. Your gifts make a difference for our patients, our students, our faculty and staff. Our UTCVM advisory board is matching gifts $1 to $1 (up to $100) while funds last! https://bigorangegive.utk.edu/vet-med

11/05/2025

Nothing like treating yourself to cotton candy! Our Dean Plummer helped hand out the sweet treat to students during today’s Big Orange Give. Want to help make the lives of our students a little sweeter? Consider donating to our scholarship funds Https://bigorangegive.utk.edu/vet-med

11/05/2025

Thank you for your support during Big Orange Give! https://bigorangegive.utk.edu/vet-med/