UMN College Veterinary Medicine

Metronidazole accounted for 20% of antibiotics prescribed to US dogs from 2021-2024, often prescribed for acute diarrhea. Most diarrhea shouldn’t be treated with antibiotics. Learn about non-antibiotic therapies in this video. #USAAW25 #WAAW youtu.be/KT-I2nnewsc?si…

Do you have a personal or professional story about #antibiotics or #antimicrobialresistance? You are not alone. Read stories from vets, patients, doctors & more about how the overuse of antibiotics has impacted their lives. #USAAW25 #WAAW z.umn.edu/awbn

If your dog has kennel cough (CIRDC), remember: most cases are viral and don’t need antibiotics. Mild cases can be treated with comfort care. Watch this video to learn when they are needed. #USAAW25 #WAAW youtube.com/watch?v=BtERfN…

It's #GiveToTheMaxDay! Give to the CVM Scholarships Fund, and it will be matched by the Van Sloun Foundation to support our Summer Scholars Program. Any amount makes an impact. The future of veterinary medicine starts here. Donate now: z.umn.edu/aw6e #UMNGive | #GTMD25

Do you or your pet have leftover medications? Don’t flush them down the toilet or drain or throw them in the trash. They end up contaminating our natural waterways. Dispose unused medications in a drop box. Find one @MnPCA bit.ly/2xuEslW. #USAAW25 #WAAW

The Lowry Ave Bridge, Interstate 35W Bridge, Minneapolis Convention Center, Eagan's Sperry Tower, Faribault's water tower, and Mayo Clinic's Plummer Building will #GoPurple for #USAAW25 tonight! 💜 #USAAW25 health.state.mn.us/communities/on…

#AntimicrobialResistance (AR) is an urgent global threat to health. Any time #antibiotics are used, they can cause side effects and contribute to AR. During cold & flu season, keep in mind antibiotics aren’t always needed. #USAAW25 #WAAW

Your doctor. Your nurse. Your veterinarian. Chances are, they trained at the University of Minnesota. President Cunningham explains why Minnesota’s only public medical school is essential to our state and advancing the health of all Minnesotans. @umnmedschool @umnCVM

Save the date! November 20 is #GiveToTheMaxDay, MN's annual giving holiday. When you give to #umnCVM, every dollar will be matched by the Van Sloun Foundation to support our Summer Scholars Program. Early giving starts today! z.umn.edu/auyk #UMNGive | #GTMD25

The deadline to apply to our graduate programs is December 1! Apply now to work closely with faculty and peers in a supportive and collaborative environment to develop technical and communication skills for successful careers in academia, private industries, and more!

Check out our CVM Graduate Programs! Our mission is to provide education through research that advances animal and human health. We are committed to helping students graduate in a timely fashion through individualized mentoring, clear programmatic timelines, and annual reviews.

Celebrate #OneHealthDay by bringing attention to the need for a #OneHealth approach to achieve the best health for people, animals, and our shared environment.

The foundation of the @umnCVM VDL's national leadership is built on the expertise of our staff! We're celebrating two phenomenal scientists who earned major recognition for their technical mastery: Tracy Otterson and Karen Olsen. z.umn.edu/arx7 #UMNProud #UMNResearch

Students & residents integrate research & service! Surveys conducted during the @umnCVM Oaxaca spay/neuter trip led to a new @FrontVetScience study that will inform local public health efforts. Read the research: z.umn.edu/atc3 Trip details: z.umn.edu/atc4

Join @umnCVM experts Kelly Makielski and Jaime Modiano TOMORROW, Oct 23 to learn about their latest research on canine and pediatric osteosarcoma! Find more information: z.umn.edu/atbx

Breakthrough: Training the immune system to beat cancer. Our Phase II trial is testing a novel gene therapy vaccine against deadly canine melanoma. Meet Hugo, the dog helping accelerate this research with implications for human health. z.umn.edu/arxf

The #umnCVM Class of 2015 gathered to celebrate their 10 year reunion over the Labor Day Weekend! The alums gathered for the .5K Dr. Joe Armstrong Fun Run + BBQ, then followed it up on Sunday with brunch and a Twins game! #UMNproud #CVMproud

The #umnCVM Class of 2020 gathered over Labor Day Weekend to celebrate their five year reunion! They enjoyed @SEALIFEMN, go-karting (a huge highlight), and great food and drinks at the @mnstatefair! #GoGOPHERS #UMNproud #CVMproud

#UMNCVM is seeking a Large Animal Medical Director. Oversee clinical operations, policy development and personnel management to deliver high quality medical care. For more information, and to apply: hr.myu.umn.edu/jobs/ext/368990