Lewis Small Animal Hospital, Veterinary Medical Center

Lewis Small Animal Hospital, Veterinary Medical Center www.vmc.umn.edu

The University of Minnesota Veterinary Medical Center has been providing veterinary care to the region for over 120 years.
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The University of Minnesota’s Lewis Small Animal Hospital provides the area's most comprehensive care for companion animals including specialty, emergency, urgent, and primary care. Our small animal hospital provides patients with access to expert veterinarians with an extended network of specialists and technology. A not-for-profit teaching hospital, our clinic provides cutting-edge services and is proud to help shape the future of veterinary medicine.

Finn, a 6-year-old Devon Rex, has beaten the odds more than once, first surviving a potentially fatal infectious disease...
03/24/2026

Finn, a 6-year-old Devon Rex, has beaten the odds more than once, first surviving a potentially fatal infectious disease and then facing a rare, painful case of dry eye that traditional treatments couldn’t fix 👁️ 🐾

When standard therapies for dry eye disease failed to provide relief for Finn, the Ophthalmology Service at UMN Veterinary Medical Center turned to a procedure rarely documented in feline literature: Parotid Duct Transposition.

By rerouting the salivary duct to bathe the eye, Dr. Jordan Roberts was able to alleviate Finn's chronic discomfort and prevent potential blindness. Cases like Finn’s help raise awareness for surgical options that can significantly improve patient outcomes when medical management options are exhausted.

Today, Finn is running, jumping, and checking out everything in his path! Read more: https://profiles-vetmed.umn.edu/article/chronically-uncomfortable

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03/23/2026

Happy National Puppy Day! Enjoy this 30 seconds of one of our favorite puppies from the VMC staff 🐾 🫶 Thank you Dr. Allison Masters for sharing Nona with us!!

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Last week, we celebrated House Officer Appreciation Week, a week filled with snack carts, treats, and sweet drinks to gi...
03/03/2026

Last week, we celebrated House Officer Appreciation Week, a week filled with snack carts, treats, and sweet drinks to give back to our amazing house officers ✨ Thank you for your dedication, hard work, and help in making VMC a place of compassion and expertise!

02/26/2026

Imagine if a single breath could tell your veterinarian exactly what is happening inside your dog’s heart🫀 Dr. Stauthammer's research focuses on catching heart disease long before it reaches a crisis point!

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02/19/2026

Happy National Heart Health Month 🫀🐾 If you haven't booked an annual visit for your pet, take this as a sign 👀

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Make sure to keep your lovely Valentine’s Day chocolates away from your dog 💝🍫Chocolate (and cocoa) is one the most comm...
02/10/2026

Make sure to keep your lovely Valentine’s Day chocolates away from your dog 💝🍫

Chocolate (and cocoa) is one the most common toxins that dogs can ingest at home. Unlike people, dogs are more sensitive to the toxic effects of chocolate, and when given the opportunity, they tend to eat much more than they should. Overindulgence can cause mild to serious problems including vomiting, diarrhea, tremors and rapid heart rate.

If your dog has accidentally eaten chocolate, even if they are not yet showing concerning symptoms, the Emergency and Critical Care service at the University of Minnesota Veterinary Medical Center (VMC) can help!

For more info about VMC’s Emergency service: https://vmc.umn.edu/services/emergency-and-critical-care

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is almost over! Help us reach our goal with one last push by donating now. Your gift supports the VMC's ability to pro...
11/21/2025

is almost over! Help us reach our goal with one last push by donating now. Your gift supports the VMC's ability to provide high-quality and cutting-edge treatment for the 15,000+ patients we care for every year. If we reach 200 gifts by the end of our campaign, we’ll unlock a $35,000 matching gift, generously donated by Phyllis Wisen and an anonymous client family. Donate now: z.umn.edu/av0d

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There's still time to ! We need you to help us reach our goal of 200 gifts to unlock a match of up to $35,000 thanks to...
11/20/2025

There's still time to ! We need you to help us reach our goal of 200 gifts to unlock a match of up to $35,000 thanks to Phyllis Wisen and an anonymous client family. A donation of any amount gets us closer, and your support will help us provide high-quality and cutting-edge treatment for our patients. Donate now: z.umn.edu/av0d

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We're over halfway through , and we need your help! Donate today to the VMC to help improve patient care and provide li...
11/20/2025

We're over halfway through , and we need your help! Donate today to the VMC to help improve patient care and provide life-saving treatments. This year, our goal is 200 gifts. If we get there by the end of the campaign, a $35,000 match from Phyllis Wisen and a generous client family will be unlocked to support the VMC’s work! Give now ➡️ z.umn.edu/av0d

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Meet Misu, a resilient Shih Tzu who faced a difficult challenge: a risky adrenal tumor removal. During surgery, vets di...
11/20/2025

Meet Misu, a resilient Shih Tzu who faced a difficult challenge: a risky adrenal tumor removal. During surgery, vets discovered her liver was wrapped tightly around the tumor—turning a routine procedure into an historic, high-skill feat. But the VMC team pulled it off.

It's , and donations of any amount to the Veterinary Medical Center help improve patient care and provide life-saving treatments. Thanks to Phyllis Wisen and an anonymous client family, every 25 gifts given will unlock a match up to a maximum of $35,000. 💙 Donate today: z.umn.edu/av0d

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Read Miso's full story: z.umn.edu/aw6i

11/20/2025

❗️It's ❗️

Every year, the Veterinary Medical Center serves thousands of patients, large and small, who come to our hospitals. Their care depends on both our medical teams, as well as on the generosity of people who believe in this work. Gifts of every size help make advanced, compassionate treatment possible. This year, our goal is 200 gifts. If we get there by the end of the campaign, a $35,000 match from Phyllis Wisen and a generous client family will be unlocked to support the VMC’s work.

Help us succeed by making your gift: z.umn.edu/aw65
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💛🐾 Meet Bernard — the Boston terrier who proves the power of a second chance. Born with a parasitic twin, extra limbs, c...
11/19/2025

💛🐾 Meet Bernard — the Boston terrier who proves the power of a second chance. Born with a parasitic twin, extra limbs, complex internal issues, and facing euthanasia at just 8 weeks old, Bernard’s future looked uncertain. But thanks to experts at the University of Minnesota’s Veterinary Medical Center, today Bernard is thriving — sprinting through the grass, making new friends, and radiating pure joy.

is tomorrow! Donations of any amount to the VMC help improve patient care and provide life-saving treatments, and support the compassionate and expert professionals on the team. Thanks to Phyllis Wisen and an anonymous client family, every 25 gifts given will unlock a match up to a maximum of $35,000. 💙Donate early now: z.umn.edu/av0d

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Read Bernard’s full story: z.umn.edu/aw4l

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The Veterinary Medical Center is comprised of the Small Animal Hospital for dogs, cats, and other companion animals, the Piper Clinic at the new Leatherdale Equine Center and the West Metro Equine practice in Maple Plain for horses, and the Large Animal Hospital, which treats farm animals, and occasionally, zoo animals. Our Values Pave Our Path to Success: 1. RESPECT...we believe in respecting all individuals and value their contributions. 2. INTEGRITY...we believe in upholding the trust our community has in the veterinary profession and reflect that in our actions. 3. LEARNING...we believe in helping each other develop to our fullest potential. 4. SERVICE...we believe it's a privilege to provide the best quality of care to our patients and clients. 5. COLLABORATION...we believe the best outcomes arise from teamwork. 6. INNOVATION...we believe in driving change for the better. We are responsible for upholding these values. Follow us on twitter: http://twitter.com/umnVMC