General news
Brave Bart Undergoes Double Surgery to Beat Cancer[14 May 2013]
Mary Casey and Tony Lowe knew something was amiss when their beloved domestic shorthair cat, Bart, started circling in an unusual manner and occasionally stumbling as he walked. At 12 years of age, Bart had always been in excellent health, and was very popular in their Inner West neighbourhood. More
Faculty of Veterinary Science Alumni Cocktails Reception[22 April 2013]
The Alumni Cocktail Reception will be held as part of the annual Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) Conference in Cairns. Don't miss a great chance to reconnect with your colleagues and former class mates, and learn more about faculty developments and alumni plans. More
Every dog has its day as Farm Dog Survey goes live[25 March 2013]
It is no secret that Australian farmers rely heavily on their working dogs to carry out stock work economically and efficiently. The value of these dogs was highlighted last year with the record sale of a kelpie for $12,000 at the Casterton Working Dog Auction. More
Veterinary Science Alumni Awards 2013[22 February 2013]
Nominations are now open for the 2013 Faculty of Veterinary Science Alumni Awards. The awards will recognise the extraordinary difference our alumni make in Australia and around the world. It is a wonderful opportunity to honour those graduates, whose contributions may go unrecognised. More
Playing to win the fight against rabies - a board game that can save lives[1 February 2013]
In 'Dog Village' the aim is to successfully raise a puppy that wins the honour of being best dog in the village. It is a fun board game where players have to navigate obstacles and overcome challenges but in this case the players may genuinely be playing for their lives. More
Canine cardiology: twin dogs get heart surgery[7 December 2012]
Little Man and Hippo are fluffy Finnish Lapphund puppies who are cute, playful and dearly loved by their owner Cassandra Howard. However, the twin puppies have a serious heart condition that would most likely kill them within their first year of life if left untreated. More
University Veterinary Teaching Hospital hosts corporate volunteers[20 November 2012]
A group of consultants from Deloitte are spending a day working with the University Veterinary Teaching Hospital to streamline IT systems. More
Q fever: How common is it and how can we best prevent it?[9 November 2012]
Research to inform vaccine policy for Australia and internationally More
Alumni Survey For Mentoring Programs[25 October 2012]
The Executive Committee of the Veterinary Science Alumni Association has prepared a survey for alumni on our Faculty mentoring programs. More
Marshall Edwards, 1928-2012[16 August 2012]
Preventing bith defects is critical, and an important contributor to this was Marshall Edwards, dean of veterinary science at Sydney University. More
Bomber Command Memorial[31 July 2012]
Alumnus Dr Max Barry OAM joined more than 6,000 veterans and the general public at the Bomber Command Ceremony in Green Park, London. More
Speaking for animals through science[25 July 2012]
Ballarat-based Young Alumni Award winner Dr Katherine van Eckert is calling on more veterinarians to take charge of animal welfare issues. More