Clinical Trial Tests Efficacy of Ear Cleaning

Small Animal Clinic Makeover

 Dog Jog

 "Welcome Freshmen"

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College Acknowledges Sponsors

The College of Veterinary Medicine acknowledges its sponsors for the support of these alumni and student events: Alumni reception at the American Veterinary Medical Association conference; Alumni reception at the Central Veterinary Conference; Veterinary Student Orientation and Blue Coat Ceremony; Mentor/Veterinary Student Pre-Game Event; Veterinary Job Fair; and Fall Conference Alumni Pre-Game Event.

Platinum Sponsors:
College of Veterinary Medicine Achievement Fund
Elanco Animal Health
Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Inc.
Hill’s Student Feeding Committee
Nestle Purina PetCare Company
VCA Animal Hospitals

Gold Sponsors:
Illinois State Veterinary Medical Association Merial
Pfizer Animal Health

Silver Sponsors:
Banfield, The Pet Hospital
Novartis Animal Health
University of Illinois Veterinary Medical Alumni Association

Bronze Sponsor:
Chicago Veterinary Medical Association
Eastern Illinois Veterinary Medical Association
Kankakee Valley Veterinary Medical Association
Northern Illinois Veterinary Medical Association

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Clinical Trial Tests Efficacy of Ear Cleaning

The dermatology section in the Small Animal Clinic is conducting a trial to determine whether twice weekly use of otic cleanser in dogs with recent or recurrent ear infections will decrease discomfort, odor, and recurrence of bacterial and yeast infections.

Thirty dogs are sought for this 120-day trial. Owners will bring their dogs to the clinic at the start of the trial, twice the first month, and monthly thereafter, for a total of six visits.

Exclusions include dogs that have had or are scheduled for ear surgery, dogs that are taking an oral steroid or have received a steroid injection in the previous 4 weeks, dogs with ear canal calcification or canal proliferation/stenosis, dogs that have had an adverse reaction to ear medication or flush, and dogs with concurrent disease that may interfere with the evaluation.

To find out more, call 217/244-9857.

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Small Animal Clinic Makeover

From July to October the lobby of the Small Animal Clinic was closed for remodeling. During construction, a temporary lobby was set up outside the auditorium in the Large Animal Clinic (top photo). The renovated lobby (bottom photo) will ease problems in traffic flow for clients and staff and update the general appearance and size of the waiting area.

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...And They’re Off!

More than 1,000 runners and dogs came out for the Fourth Annual Dog Jog put on by the Chicago Veterinary Medical Association on Sunday, September 21.

The race took place on Chicago’s Lakefront at Montrose Harbor. Activities included a 5K run, mile walk, kids’ events, and reception on a beautiful morning. Proceeds from the race benefit the Lifelink fund, which helps to cover the costs of veterinary care at the University of Illinois Veterinary Teaching Hospital for low- or fixed-income pet owners.