News Releases
The office of public relations provides a media contact for information about the college, its programs and its activities. In addition to preparing news releases for the Associated Press and various trade publications, the office provides information for a variety of college brochures and newsletters. The office also on occasion posts information of value to the general public and to veterinarians, including but not limited to our UF veterinary alumni.
Recent Posts
Surgery resident honored by professional association
May 3rd, 2013
Dr. Laura Cuddy, a small animal surgery resident at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine, has been honored by a national professional association for her achievements.
For canine crusader, knee surgery makes a world of difference
Mar 25th, 2013
For canine crusader, knee surgery makes a world of difference.
Ailing pets getting hyperbaric chamber treatment
Feb 27th, 2013
A recent AP article and video on the use of hyperbaric chamber therapy for pets featured UF's Small Animal Hospital.
CVM Open House
Feb 11th, 2013
Everyone is invited to the college's traditional Open House, to be held April 13 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
UF veterinarians save dog with tetanus infection
Jan 18th, 2013
A puppy with the most severe tetanus infection seen by UF veterinarians in recent memory survived and is now thriving.
UF veterinarians help aquatic mammals tangled in fishing line
Jan 7th, 2013
The UF Aquatic Animal Health team has been active in developing new knowledge related to helping stranded marine mammals.
UF researchers: Rare human parasite found in U.S. horse for first time
Nov 15th, 2012
A rare, potentially fatal species of parasite never before found in North America has been identified in a Florida horse.
UF treats first animal in new hyperbaric chamber
Oct 31st, 2012
UF veterinarians have treated their first patient in a new hyperbaric chamber at UF's Small Animal Hospital. The dog is doing well at home after having survived multiple bites on its face from a rattlesnake.
UF’s first total knee replacement surgery in dog successful
Oct 18th, 2012
UF veterinarians performed their first total knee replacement surgery on a dog in February. Mica, a 9-year-old Labrador, received a clean bill of health during a check-up on Oct. 10.
Analysis of bacterial genes may help ID cause of dog brain disease, say UF researchers
Sep 27th, 2012
By analyzing the genes of bacteria, University of Florida researchers have moved a step closer to pinpointing how two brain disorders common in small-breed dogs occur.