University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine

University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine Over 100 years of expertise, 32 state-of-the-art laboratories, 13 world-renowned research centers, and 2 teaching hospitals.

Ranked among the top 10 veterinary schools worldwide, the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine (Penn Vet) is a global leader in veterinary education, research, and clinical care. Founded in 1884, it is the first veterinary school developed in association with a medical school. Connections to Pennโ€™s expansive research network and twelve top-rated schools have allowed Penn Vet to

become a pioneer in unique dual degree programs and carve a distinctive niche in infectious disease research. Penn Vet serves a diverse population of animals through its two teaching hospitals, which both feature diagnostic and research laboratories. Ryan Hospital in Philadelphia provides care for dogs, cats, and other companion animals. Penn Vet New Bolton Center in Kennett Square, PA, offers on-site veterinary services for farm animals and horses and farm visits through its Field Service unit. Situated on 700 acres, New Bolton Center is also home to Penn Vetโ€™s agricultural research centers and wildlife health program. For more information, visit www.vet.upenn.edu.




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Congratulations to our Penn Vet House Officers on completing their residencies,  internships, or fellowships at Ryan Hos...
06/18/2026

Congratulations to our Penn Vet House Officers on completing their residencies, internships, or fellowships at Ryan Hospital and New Bolton Center. Thank you for the expertise, compassion, and commitment you've brought to every patient.

We can't wait to see where your careers take you next. ๐ŸŽ‰

"Think big and do hard things." ๐Ÿ’ซ   This spring, Penn Vet New Bolton Center's Rose Nolen-Walston completed the Cocodona ...
06/16/2026

"Think big and do hard things." ๐Ÿ’ซ

This spring, Penn Vet New Bolton Center's Rose Nolen-Walston completed the Cocodona 250, a grueling ultramarathon across Arizona. ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ๐ŸŒตโ›ฐ๏ธ

For Dr. Nolen-Walston, associate professor of large animal internal medicine, this race was the latest challenge in a life defined by curiosity, resilience, and a willingness to take the unconventional path.

It's the same growth mentality she brings to her teaching, encouraging students to embrace challenges as opportunities to learn.

๐Ÿ† Her path to the finish line is only part of the story. From a record-setting trek across Bhutan to an unconventional journey into veterinary medicine, Nolen-Walston has never been afraid to take the road less traveled.

๐Ÿ”— Read her story: https://bit.ly/4vRHKeq

Photo 1: Rose trekking the Cocodona 250
Photo 2: Rose in Bhutan
Photo 3: Rose hiking with Penn Vet students

It was a treat to have our Animal Welfare and Behavior Program students on campus this past weekend for a three-day grad...
06/15/2026

It was a treat to have our Animal Welfare and Behavior Program students on campus this past weekend for a three-day graduation extravaganza! ๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽ“

These online graduate programs provide working professionals in the animal health or policy fields with an evidence-based understanding of animal behavior and the tools to identify solutions that advance animal welfare practices.

Congratulations to this yearโ€™s class on completing the program! ๐Ÿฅณ

See you tomorrow!
06/10/2026

See you tomorrow!

Cindy Otto, professor of Working Dog Sciences & Sports Medicine and executive director of the Penn Vet Working Dog Center, has been talking to animals her whole life, but when she started listening, the magic really happened. โœจ

In honor of her retirement at the end of this year after over 35 years of dedicated service to Penn Vet, Dr. Otto will be hosting a virtual lecture to share lessons drawn from her canine companions, heroic working dogs, one ridiculously smart cat, a wild black vulture, a tiny puffer fish, and other creatures that have crossed, brightened, and enlightened her path.

This event is free and open to the public. Registration Required.

๐Ÿ• Lessons from a Lifetime of Listening to Dogs and Other Amazing Animals
๐Ÿ—“๏ธ June 11, 2026, 6:00 โ€“ 7:30 PM
๐Ÿ”— Register today: https://bit.ly/49nMQ9F

06/08/2026

A lamb walks into Ryan Hospital... no, really. ๐Ÿ‘ โค๏ธ

Maeve isn't Ryan Hospital's usual patient. But after a rare vascular disorder left her battling painful infections and running out of treatment options, veterinarians from both of Penn Vet's animal hospitals came together to try something extraordinary.

๐Ÿ’ก Inspired by an idea from veterinary student Emily Jaramillo, V'26, Maeve became one of the first patients of her kind to receive radiation therapy for her condition.

Today? She's back where she belongsโ€”running, playing, and celebrating her first birthday at Lancaster Farm Sanctuary. ๐ŸŽ‰

๐Ÿ”— Get the whole story: https://bit.ly/4urz11E

Cindy Otto, professor of Working Dog Sciences & Sports Medicine and executive director of the Penn Vet Working Dog Cente...
06/04/2026

Cindy Otto, professor of Working Dog Sciences & Sports Medicine and executive director of the Penn Vet Working Dog Center, has been talking to animals her whole life, but when she started listening, the magic really happened. โœจ

In honor of her retirement at the end of this year after over 35 years of dedicated service to Penn Vet, Dr. Otto will be hosting a virtual lecture to share lessons drawn from her canine companions, heroic working dogs, one ridiculously smart cat, a wild black vulture, a tiny puffer fish, and other creatures that have crossed, brightened, and enlightened her path.

This event is free and open to the public. Registration Required.

๐Ÿ• Lessons from a Lifetime of Listening to Dogs and Other Amazing Animals
๐Ÿ—“๏ธ June 11, 2026, 6:00 โ€“ 7:30 PM
๐Ÿ”— Register today: https://bit.ly/49nMQ9F

06/01/2026
100% VMD โœจ๐Ÿฉบ๐Ÿพ  See all the photos from graduation here: https://bit.ly/4dWTs0b
05/29/2026

100% VMD โœจ๐Ÿฉบ๐Ÿพ

See all the photos from graduation here: https://bit.ly/4dWTs0b

Introducing our latest virtual lecture series: Penn Vet Working Dog Centerโ€™s "Past, Present, and Future."   This three-p...
05/28/2026

Introducing our latest virtual lecture series: Penn Vet Working Dog Centerโ€™s "Past, Present, and Future."

This three-part series will commemorate the retirement of Cindy Otto, the center's director and founder, and a professor of Working Dog Sciences and Sports Medicine.

In the first installment of this series, Dr. Otto will share lessons drawn from canine companions, heroic working dogs, one ridiculously smart cat, a wild black vulture, and the many other creatures she has encountered in her 35 years of dedicated service to Penn Vet.

๐Ÿ• Lessons from a Lifetime of Listening to Dogs and Other Amazing Animals
๐Ÿ—“๏ธ June 11, 2026, 6:00 โ€“ 7:30 PM
๐Ÿ”— Register today: https://bit.ly/49nMQ9F

We blinked, and it was over!Penn Vet Alumni, it was so great to have you back on campus last weekend. We hope you enjoye...
05/22/2026

We blinked, and it was over!

Penn Vet Alumni, it was so great to have you back on campus last weekend. We hope you enjoyed your time reconnecting with friends and classmates and reminiscing about your vet school days. ๐Ÿ’™โค๏ธ

๐Ÿ“ธ See all the pics from Alumni Reunion Weekend here: https://bit.ly/4v4hxJp

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