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One Immune System, Two Species

A Tufts researcher studies T cells in dogs to help identify promising new treatments for lupus and lymphoma that may someday benefit both pets and people

A Boston Terrier in a graduation cap sits next to a sign reading “ARNIE’S LAST DAY OF RADIATION! FEB 3, 2026.”

Cardiology and Oncology Services Pool Expertise to Save Boston Terrier

Arnie’s heart base tumor had shrunk by 70 percent after stenting and radiation therapy

Cardiology and Oncology Services Pool Expertise to Save Boston Terrier

Arnie’s heart base tumor had shrunk by 70 percent after stenting and radiation therapy

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How to Protect Yourself from West Nile Virus and EEE

Tips for avoiding these potentially serious mosquito-borne illnesses  

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What Is Cyclosporiasis and Why Are Cases on the Rise?

Infectious disease specialists at Tufts share what they know about a parasite that has made thousands of people sick this summer

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All A-Buzz in Amherst, Massachusetts

First Person: Rick Rego shares the Bee Club’s experiences at Beekeeping Field Day

A couple sits on a beach with their dog, one of them is smoking

Could a Chat With a Veterinarian Help Smokers Kick the Habit?

New study reveals an opportunity to affect human smoking habits, and narrow health disparities, in the veterinarian’s office

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Cummings School Climbs in the Rankings

New 2026 rankings recognize Cummings School among the leading veterinary institutions nationally and worldwide

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2026 House Officers’ Graduation Ceremony

Interns and residents celebrate a milestone

Danielle Wolfus, a veterinary technician, is kneeling on the sidewalk holding a brown dog in front of Tufts at Tech Community Clinic front doors.

Tufts at Tech’s Danielle Wolfus Honored with Tufts Distinction Award

Wolfus has cared for patients and trained students at Tufts at Tech for 13 years and counting

A brown-and-white dog drinks from a bowl on a green lawn

Summer Tips for Pet Owners

Keeping pets safe while still having fun

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Meet Dr. Heather McCrary

Dr. Heather McCrary, Resident, Large Animal Surgery

Bryan Gagnon works with veterinary student Daniella Banton and a Worcester Technical High School student to examine a small dog

Where Veterinary Students Provide Care With a Safety Net

At Tufts at Tech clinic, veterinary students take ownership of cases under the supervision of experienced veterinarians, including alumni volunteers

Two people wear blue personal protective equipment from head to toe

Experts Describe Myriad Challenges in Fight to Control Ebola Outbreak

Infectious disease researchers share what it will take to stop the spread of the disease in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

a veterinarian holds open the mouth of a mannequin dog during a session at Cummings School that prepared veterinarians to train first responders to treat and transport injured police dogs.

Lifesaving Care for the Dogs That Save Lives

Sean Majoy holds open the mouth of a mannequin dog during a session at Cummings School that prepared veterinarians to train first responders to treat and transport injured police dogs.

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Ban of Aussie supermarket product sparks warning to avoid deadly US trend

Maureen Murray, director of the Tufts Wildlife Clinic, is quoted about bromethalin poisoning in birds of prey, citing her 2023 research.

Dr. Isabelle Louge standing against a barn gate. There are black and white cows on the other side of the gate grazing.

New World Screwworm Q&A with Dr. Isabelle Louge

Safety precautions for animal owners

New World Screwworm Q&A with Dr. Isabelle Louge

Safety precautions for animal owners

Bitten by a tick? Don't panic - or race to the ER, epidemiologist says

Professor Sam Telford, encourages people not to panic over tick bites this summer.

Ticks are everywhere. Here's how to stop them.

Professor Sam Telford, discusses how to reduce the risk of tick bites this summer while still enjoying the outdoors.

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Welcome Dr. Emma Gorenberg

New assistant professor of anesthesia and analgesia is also boarded in large animal medicine—and a poet

In a lecture hall, a screen displays images of dogs and text, while 3 students present to seated students.

Students from Cummings School and Tufts Medical School Host Cad Ex 2026

First Person by Rick Rego, Anatomy Lab Manager, Department of Comparative Pathobiology

7 Strange but Cute Signs Cats Do When They Trust You, Say Vets

Assistant clinical professor Stephanie Borns-Weil, is quoted about signs that a cat trusts you.

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Tufts at Tech and Foster Hospital Clinicians Publish How-To Video on Simple, Affordable In-House Urine Cultures

Technical tutorial among the first videos featured in JAVMA

Tufts at Tech and Foster Hospital Clinicians Publish How-To Video on Simple, Affordable In-House Urine Cultures

Technical tutorial among the first videos featured in JAVMA