Small Animal Clinical Sciences

The Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences advances small animal veterinary medicine through excellence in education, clinical care, and research. As a leader in companion animal health, the department provides advanced diagnostic and specialty care while educating D.V.M. students, interns, and residents through extensive hands-on clinical training across Cummings School's teaching hospitals and clinics.

Faculty integrate innovative clinical and translational research with patient care to improve the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease in dogs, cats, and other companion animals. This collaborative environment prepares future veterinarians, veterinary specialists, and researchers while advancing discoveries that improve animal health and strengthen the veterinary profession.