OVC epilepsy studies actively recruiting participants
Two new epilepsy studies at the Ontario Veterinary College are actively recruiting participants.Study 1 - Are These Seizures?We recognize that some dogs do things that beg the question “are these...
View ArticleRunning for COVID-19 research
This summer, Kitchener resident Jim McLean, a war veteran who has completed two peace-keeping missions and the father of eight children, is running to raise funds for COVID-19 vaccine research at the...
View ArticleLooking for a cat to keep you company?
Doc is looking for a foster home! Doc is a shy cat who needs a quiet home and some extra TLC.The blood donor program will supply vaccines, veterinary care and food for our feline friend.You would...
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Byram BridleCOVID-19 vaccines could be less effective in the elderly - Kitchener TodayAmy GreerTDSB exploring ways to keep elementary classes smaller amid growing anxiety among parents – Globe and...
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Tracey Chenier Experts say COVID-19, hot weather impacting horse breeding this year - Wellington AdvertiserAndria Jones-Bitton Panel discusses ways to cope when mental stress runs high – Ontario Farmer...
View ArticlePanel talk: OVC experts tackle a One Health approach to the COVID-19 pandemic
This week the OVC Graduate Student Research Symposium hosts a TEAMS LIVE panel discussion on ‘A One Health Approach to the COVID-19 Pandemic’.Panelists will discuss what is “One Health”? Why is a One...
View ArticleDoes age influence cardiac structure and function in cats?
Clinicians at the Ontario Veterinary College are beginning a study to detect potential structural heart changes in cats who are 10 years of age or older. The study will look at healthy cats who are 10...
View ArticleSeeking Spay-Neuter Clinic Volunteers
Through a generous grant from PetSmart Charities, the Ontario Veterinary College (OVC), Guelph Humane Society and Community Veterinary Outreach are partnering together to offer spay-neuter services to...
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Equine Guelph Equine Guelph Celebrates 18 Years of Online Studies – The RiderAmy Greer‘You want kindergartners to social distance? Are you kidding me?’: How the youngest learners are about to become...
View ArticleApply now: Biomedical Sciences Recruitment Graduate Scholarship for Black...
Black* Canadians have long faced systemic barriers in their attempts to consistently access high quality graduate training, particularly in STEM fields. As a step toward increasing accessibility for...
View ArticleRegistration open: Hill’s Global Virtual Vet Students Day – Sept. 12, 2020
Hill’s Pet Nutrition announces the second global virtual vet students day event on Saturday, September 12, 2020.Register for free on the registration page. This day virtually allows for a never-before...
View ArticleNominations open for 2020 U of G Innovation of the Year
The Innovation of the Year Awards recognize and celebrate University of Guelph innovations that have made, or have the potential to generate value for Canada.Nominations are now open for the 2020...
View ArticleHow are you and your pets doing?
The COVID-19 Pandemic has affected us all – even our dogs and cats!A team of researchers at the Ontario Veterinary College is exploring how changes in our households during the pandemic shutdown have...
View ArticleUpdate from OVC Pet Trust – Acting Managing Director
OVC Pet Trust is pleased to announce that Sonia Randhawa has accepted a secondment as OVC Pet Trust’s Acting Managing Director effective September 8, 2020. Sonia will be covering the absence of the...
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Andria Jones-Bitton The Catalyst for Change – Canadian PoultryScott WeeseWhat does the COVID-19 summer surge mean for your cats and dogs? – Science Magazine
View ArticleOVC graduate student named a 2021 National Mastitis Council Scholar
An Ontario Veterinary College (OVC) graduate student has been named a 2021 National Mastitis Council Scholar. Hannah WoodhouseHannah Woodhouse, a 2020 graduate of the University of Guelph’s Biomedical...
View ArticleOVC study in lymph node staging for dogs with lung cancer
A new study at the Ontario Veterinary College is evaluating the use of an advanced technology to assess lymph node drainage of lung tumours to better understand and treat this cancer in both dogs and...
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Dorothee BienzleMore Pets May Be Getting COVID-19 Than Realized – US NewsPaw-ly in the Pandemic: Pets Can Catch Coronavirus from Their Owners, Shows Study – Yahoo News‘Substantial’ portion of pets...
View ArticleOccupational Health and Wellness Presents Wellness Sessions
October 2, 2020: Establishing Work-Life HarmonyOctober 16, 2020: Fundamentals of Change and TransitionOctober 30, 2020: Managing Time and EnergyRegister by using the link below, and a meeting link will...
View ArticleNew faculty in veterinary pathology joins OVC’s Department of Pathobiology
Veterinary pathologist, Mauricio Seguel, joined the Ontario Veterinary College’s (OVC) Department of Pathobiology this summer as an assistant professor.Mauricio is interested in all aspects of wildlife...
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