Beloved Retired Mascot Smokey X Faces Health Challenges with Courage and Spirit Update: Happy 2026! Smokey X continues to act like himself. He’s playful, enjoys chewing on his bone, and…
Tennessee Mascot Diagnosed with Cancer
UTCVM Offers Support for Grieving Animal Owners
Coping with the death of a pet can be a stressful experience. Veterinary Social Work Service at the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine, offers the virtual Pet Loss…
The Healthy Trade Institute and University of Tennessee Partner to Launch Nationwide Herp Adoption Program
A win-win for the pet trade industry and educating veterinary students The Healthy Trade Institute (HTI) announced the official launch of its nationwide Herp Adoption Program, a first-of-its-kind initiative that provides…
UT College of Veterinary Medicine and Erlanger LIFE FORCE Air Medical Make History with First K-9 Officer Air Transport Training
Historic Partnership Provides Tennessee’s Police Dogs Access to Lifesaving Emergency Air Transport The University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine (UTCVM) and Erlanger LIFE FORCE Air Medical have completed the…
HPAI and Precautionary Measures
The UT Veterinary Medical Center continues to see owned birds but has implemented precautions to protect our patients and personnel from Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI). Out of an abundance…
Program Represents a Milestone for the Fresh Pet Food Industry
NEW YORK – The Farmer’s Dog, the leading fresh pet food company dedicated to helping dogs live longer, healthier lives, today announced the sponsorship of a veterinary nutrition residency at…
Tick Season is Here
Did you know? What to do if you find a tick attached to your pet Preventing Tick Bites Ticks commonly found in Tennessee Resources: UT Entomology and Plant Pathology Department…
UT College of Veterinary Medicine to Host Workshop for K9 Handlers and First Responders
The Emergency and Critical Care Service at the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine (UTCVM) is hosting the Emergency Management of the Working Dog Conference Friday May 29, 2026.…
UTCVM Phone Service Restored
Thursday, January 23 update — The phone lines are functional at this time. Wednesday, January 22, 9:45 p.m. update — RingCentral is experiencing widespread technical issues in North America, affecting…
Veterinary College Takes Precautionary Measures Due to Resurgence of Bird Flu
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), a very contagious and often deadly disease of poultry, can result in the deaths of entire flocks within a matter of days. Also known as…
