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Lewis Small Animal Hospital, Veterinary Medical Center

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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.

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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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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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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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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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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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

11/16/2025

🐾💛 When 13-year-old Hugo went in for a routine dental cleaning, his family never expected the news that followed—a diagnosis of malignant melanoma, an aggressive oral cancer in dogs. Thanks to the care team at the University of Minnesota’s Veterinary Medical Center, Hugo received surgery and radiation therapy, followed by enrollment in a groundbreaking clinical trial testing a new cancer vaccine developed by UMN College of Veterinary Medicine researchers Dr. Antonella Borgatti and Dr. George Aslanidi. Months later, Hugo is thriving.

is November 20! Donations of any amount to the Veterinary Medical Center 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 today: z.umn.edu/av0d

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Read Hugo's full story: z.umn.edu/avqf

11/07/2025

Save the date! November 20 is , Minnesota's annual giving holiday and an opportunity to share your pride in being part of the Veterinary Medical Center (VMC)! Each year, more than 15,000 animals come through the door of the VMC. Their care—whether it’s routine, urgent, or pioneering—depends not only on our medical teams, but also 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 kick off the campaign by making your gift TODAY. Your support expands the possibilities of our lifesaving work and brings comfort and hope to our patients and their families. Any donation counts toward our goal, no matter the amount! Donate early here: z.umn.edu/av0d

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11/06/2025

The UMN Veterinary Clinical Investigation Center (CIC) has a current trial, "AMPs: canine pyoderma topical treatment study", that is accepting and enrolling patients.

The objective of this study is to investigate the efficacy and safety of a topical product containing ceragenin, a mimicker of AMPs, on superficial bacterial skin infection in dogs.

If your dog has a superficial bacterial skin infection but is overall healthy, click here for more info: https://z.umn.edu/aiik

10/31/2025

Spooky fun is in the air today at the Lewis Small Animal Hospital! 👻 Several departments and team members joined in the Halloween spirit with creative costumes and festive decorations.

10/25/2025

Last week we celebrated National Veterinary Technician Week, a special time to recognize the incredible contributions they do!

While the week may have passed, our appreciation for their dedication, skill, and compassion continues every day. Thank you to all our veterinary technicians for the essential role you play in providing exceptional care for animals!

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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

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