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Steve Volstad

Lucky the dog

Aug 1, 2017

One Lucky Dog

Life in Lucky’s world was fine until he developed lameness in his right hind leg. Initial examinations by private veterinarians indicated a possible osteosarcoma: bone cancer... 

watercolor of firestone lab

Jul 19, 2017

At the Crossroads of Discovery

The Firestone Laboratory is where scientific research is moved it into the clinic through clinical trials and other work, this is where new concepts and forms of treatment are tested and proven, modified or... 

Michele Wrath with Mary Kate

Jul 12, 2017

Extraordinary Teamwork

A 6-year-old female Dalmatian has come out a winner thanks to quick thinking and teamwork by clinicians... 

Man in red shirt with white horse.

Jul 5, 2017

For the Love of Horses

For CVM supporter Bill Thompson, an NC State alum, it all started with a horse named Cactus Wimpy... 

Brant Ramm with Sweetie and Sable

Jun 27, 2017

Testimonials Etched in Stone

Brant Ramm describes himself as a certified dog person. In fact, he’s got concrete proof of it... 

thumper the cat in wheel cart

Jun 19, 2017

Engineering a New Life for Thumper

Replacing rear legs with wheelchair devices is increasingly common in companion animals, but doing so with the delicate front legs of cats is particularly difficult... 

Terry Seaks

Jun 11, 2017

For Seaks, Miracles Stand the Test of Time

People who love their pets know the bonds that exist between ourselves and our animal companions are especially strong. Someone who understands that dynamic very well is Terry Seaks, economics professor emeritus... 

Oscar the parrot has developed squamous cell carcinoma

May 17, 2017

An Oscar-worthy Performance

Those closest to him would normally look forward to many more years of the pleasure of his company. But all of that comes into question with a diagnosis of cancer... 

CarLotta Mitchell

May 4, 2017

A Salute to Sergeant Mitchell — and the CVM

By making a donation to the place she loves, and that took such tender care of Sarge, she could create a permanent memorial for her companion with a red brick... 

memorial bricks

Apr 19, 2017

One for Charlie

Charlie began to show signs of a problem that is unfortunately common in Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, mitral valve disease, a degenerative heart condition. In the spring of 2016, Charlie’s cough grew worse...