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Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine @pucvm.bsky.social · 2h

🌟 Meet Dr. Pouri! 🌟
We’re thrilled to welcome one of our new medical oncology residents to the Purdue University Veterinary Hospital. She’s passionate about compassionate cancer care and lifelong learning—both in the clinic and beyond! 🐾💛

#Purdue #VetMed #Oncology

Two-photo collage. Left panel: Dr. Pouri, a woman in tan scrubs and a black Purdue Veterinary Hospital jacket kneels in a clinic beside a large brown dog wearing a teal flower lei; both are facing the camera and smiling. Right panel: A black-and-tan Doberman Pinscher sits on a boat in bright sun with mouth open in a happy pant; a blue lake, distant mountains, and a few clouds are in the background.

Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine @pucvm.bsky.social · 10h

#FirstYearFriday Welcome Connor Guest, DVM 2029 from Hartsville, SC. He is drawn to Purdue’s hands-on curriculum and close-knit class. Goal after graduation: rural mixed animal practice in the Southeast, especially beef cattle. Glad to have you here, Connor!

#Purdue #VetMed #DVM2029 #BoilerUp

Four photos of DVM student Connor Guest. Top left: Connor stands beside a sign that reads “Equine & Farm Animal Hospital Entrance” at Purdue University. Top right: Connor stands next to a livestock trailer and rests a hand on the side near cattle inside. Bottom left: Connor, wearing scrubs and a stethoscope, smiles with an older veterinarian in a clinic hallway decorated with a “Congratulations” banner. Bottom right: close view of Connor working cattle in a chute while holding a tail.

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Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine @pucvm.bsky.social · 1d

Now hiring: Instruction Technologist for the Purdue Veterinary Nursing Program. Support teaching, labs, and student mentorship in West Lafayette. Salary $55–$60K.
https://purdue.vet/Instruction-tech

#Purdue #Vetmed #VetTech #PurdueUniversity American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

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Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine @pucvm.bsky.social · 2d

🐱 Introducing a new cat? Go step by step.
Private spaces first, scent swapping next, then brief monitored meetings with treats.
Patience helps both cats feel safe. 💛

#CatCare #PetTips #Purdue #VetMed American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

Two cats (Colby & Stew) in a home: a black-and-white cat lounges on a window perch while an orange tabby watches from a wooden ledge across the room. Separate spaces illustrate gradual introductions.

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Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine @pucvm.bsky.social · 2d

Nearly 75 employers came to Purdue Vet Med’s annual Career Fair, connecting students with future jobs, internships, and externships across the profession. 💼🐾

#Purdue #VetMed #CareerFair #news American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

🔗 https://purdue.vet/48OhyZZ

DVM and Veterinary Technology students enjoyed interacting with veterinary practice representatives at the 2025 PVM Career Fair.

Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine @pucvm.bsky.social · 3d

✨ Purdue Vet Hospital has launched a cancer immunotherapy trial with Akston Biosciences for dogs with solid tumors. Simple injections, fewer doses, lower costs. Rocco is thriving! 🐾

Learn more: 🔗 https://purdue.vet/wcorc-eccs

#Purdue #VetMed #Cancer American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

Close-up of a large dog with upright ears and a brindle coat sitting indoors on a tiled floor.

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Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine @pucvm.bsky.social · 5d

Through a collaboration with the Indianapolis Zoo, PVM welcomed Mwezi “Badru” Mugerwa, winner of the 2025 Emerging Conservationist Award

His work to protect the African golden cat shows the power of community-driven conservation.

🔗 https://purdue.vet/4pUMiyE

#VetMed ##news Indianapolis Prize

Indianapolis Prize Emerging Conservationist Award winner Mwezi “Badru” Mugerwa speaks to veterinary students at Lynn Hall Monday, September 29.

Africa’s least known wild cat species, the African golden cat is listed as Vulnerable on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)’s Red List of threatened species.

Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine @pucvm.bsky.social · 6d

Meet Erin (Class of 2027) and her new best friend, Joan!

Joan is a retired canine educator who spent her career helping students learn hands-on skills. Now, she’s found her forever home with Erin and is thriving in this next chapter.💛

#Purdue #VetMed American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

A collage of photos of Erin Ison and her beagle Joan.

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Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine @pucvm.bsky.social · 6d

Adopt a Shelter Dog Month. You can: adopt or foster, volunteer to walk dogs, help with transport, donate supplies, share adoptable dogs, sponsor an adoption, ask your shelter what they need most.
#Purdue #VetMed #ShelterMedicine #AdoptDontShop American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

A happy black Labrador lying on grass in a park with a leash attached, buildings and people in the background.

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Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine @pucvm.bsky.social · 7d

First Year Friday ✨ Meet Jurniee, DVM #Classof2029! From Goshen, Indiana, Jurniee is excited to dive into hands-on training, meet new people in the field, and explore interests in surgery, small animal practice, and wildlife medicine. Welcome, Jurniee! 💛🐾🖤
#FirstYearFriday #Purdue #VetMed #DVM

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Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine @pucvm.bsky.social · 8d

🦷 Pets need dental care too! Annual cleanings can prevent gum disease, tooth loss, and painful mouth issues — while keeping breath fresh and pets comfortable. A healthy smile = a happier life. 🐾

#PetHealth #Dentistry #Purdue #VetMed American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

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Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine @pucvm.bsky.social · 10d

White snakeroot grows in all 92 Indiana counties and across much of the Midwest. Knowing what it looks like and keeping grazing animals away is key to protecting livestock, horses , and people.

#VetMed #MilkSickness #IndianaPlants #PurdueVetMed @avmavets.bsky.social

Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine @pucvm.bsky.social · 10d

🧪 The Reed Animal Disease Diagnostic Lab at @pucvm.bsky.social offers toxicology testing to detect white snakeroot toxins in:
• Plant samples
• Rumen/stomach content
• Kidney or liver tissue
Learn more: vet.purdue.edu/addl

Indiana Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory

Reliable veterinary diagnostic testing for Indiana and the U.S., the Indiana Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory (ADDL) at Purdue University provides accredited, accurate, and timely animal disease…

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Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine @pucvm.bsky.social · 10d

But small-scale or homestead cattle or goat dairies could still be at risk if animals are grazing near woods in late summer or fall, when white snakeroot is green and palatable while other plants fade.

It's crucial to identify this plant and prevent access.

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Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine @pucvm.bsky.social · 10d

Why don’t we see milk sickness anymore?

Modern dairy practices:
• Keep cows out of woodland fringes where the plant grows
• Mix milk from thousands of cows — diluting risk
• Monitor pasture conditions carefully

The last human cases were in 1963.

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Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine @pucvm.bsky.social · 10d

Symptoms in people included vomiting, weakness, and eventual death.
In livestock, the condition is called trembles. It starts with depression, muscle tremors, and progresses to severe acidosis and death if untreated. Nursing young are especially vulnerable.

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Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine @pucvm.bsky.social · 10d

White snakeroot (Ageratina altissima) contains a muscle toxin that passes from plant to animal and can contaminate the milk of lactating goats and cattle.

Drinking that milk once caused a disease called milk sickness, which devastated early settlers.

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Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine @pucvm.bsky.social · 10d

🪻 Milk Sickness & White Snakeroot: What You Need to Know

White snakeroot is blooming across Indiana right now, and while it's beautiful, it's also historically deadly — responsible for hundreds of human deaths, possibly including that of Abraham Lincoln’s mother. Here's what to know. 🧵

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Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine @pucvm.bsky.social · 11d

Purdue Vet Med leaders helped launch the new edition of Dellmann’s Veterinary Histology, combining advanced micrographs, updated content, and Purdue’s own teaching materials. #news
Read more: https://purdue.vet/4pHwzTv

Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association (JAVMA)

PVM Scholars Co-edit New Edition of Signature Veterinary Histology Textbook

A new edition of a time-tested and influential veterinary work is on the market thanks to the scholarly efforts of two Purdue Veterinary Medicine faculty members and their team of U.S. and international experts from multiple veterinary schools. “Dellmann’s Textbook of Veterinary Histology” is an es

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Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine @pucvm.bsky.social · 12d

Allison Gossett, RVT, a Large Animal Vet Tech at Purdue, was praised by a new team member for her willingness to help and teach without being asked. A great reminder of how small actions make a big impact. Thank you, Allison! 🐴

#Purdue #VetMed #news

Allison Gossett wearing a Purdue University Veterinary Hospital jacket holds a brown horse with a black halter indoors.

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Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine @pucvm.bsky.social · 13d

The 2025 #Purdue #Vetmed Conference broke records with over 1,000 in attendance, including vets, techs, students & faculty.

From human-animal bond lectures & keynotes to pathology sessions & a new dental facility unveiling, it was a full week of innovation & connection.

https://purdue.vet/42LzBfv

Purdue Veterinary Conference Proves Popular as Overall Attendance Tops 1,000

Strong turnout characterized the 2025 Purdue Veterinary Conference with the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine welcoming more than 1,000 participants to the annual event. Held September 16–20 on Purdue’s West Lafayette campus, the annual continuing education conference for veterinary

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Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine @pucvm.bsky.social · 14d

It’s #FirstYearFriday!
Meet Emily from Fort Wayne, IN. She’s a member of our #DVM Class of 2029 and can’t wait to start anatomy labs and learn alongside her canine educator 🐶📚

Her goal? Small animal general or emergency practice—unless a specialty grabs her attention along the way!

#Purdue #VetMed

Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine @pucvm.bsky.social · 15d

Shoutout to Wolf Park for joining Purdue Vet Med and teaching our students about cooperative care in wolves 🐺

The same positive reinforcement strategies that help with exams and vaccines in wildlife can improve care for pets at home, too 🐾

#Purdue #VetMed #WolfPark #CooperativeCare

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Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine @pucvm.bsky.social · 16d

At #Purdue #VetMed, we’re helping students plan for the future. This year’s Career Fair brought in practices, hospitals, and organizations from across the country

From externship opportunities to career connections, it was a valuable experience in shaping their paths forward.

@avmavets.bsky.social

Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine @pucvm.bsky.social · 16d

At Purdue University Veterinary Hospital, we’re here 24/7 for your pet’s care — from emergency and internal medicine to surgery, cardiology, rehab, exotic pet care, and more. 🐾

World-class veterinary care lives here. 💛🖤

#Purdue #VetMed #AnimalCare @avmavets.bsky.social

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