University of Illinois Veterinary Teaching Hospital

01/26/2026

BRRRR it's cold outside. 🥶 These cute faces found some stylish ways to stay warm. How are your pets staying warm in this bitter cold?

01/22/2026

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01/20/2026

While routine spays were historically not recommended for Guinea pigs, thoughts are changing as recent alternative surgical approaches have been implemented and more is being learned about reproductive disease in the species.

“An elective spay in healthy guinea pigs can serve several purposes: it reduces the risk of developing reproductive disease, provides effective contraception, and is technically easier to perform and less likely to involve complications in the absence of pathology,” Dr. Mariana Sosa Higareda explains.

Learn more about this preventative procedure ➜ https://bit.ly/49ysjQ8

01/15/2026

Friendly reminder: Our hospital specialty services will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

We know emergencies happen, and we are here for you if you need us. ☎ 217-333-5300

📢 Heading our way? Let us know, share important information for your account, and even pre-approve stabilization or set a CPR preference for your pet — all from your phone, without needing to call, with the WaitWell system.

Upon arrival, you can press “2” to reply to an SMS from us, or click “I’m here” in the app, then you will receive real-time updates on your pet’s status and estimated wait time based on triage priority.

👉 https://413601.waitwell.us/join/5

01/13/2026

Hazik began visiting the Dermatology/Otology Service in June 2025, and while her family, friends, and the veterinary staff all appreciated her inner beauty, it was clear the Hazik's quality of life could benefit from a glow up of her outer beauty. Voila! Six months later, Hazik looks and, more importantly, feels so much better now that her allergies are under control. Happy 2026, Hazik! May it be your best year ever! 🥰

01/08/2026

Dr. Joseph Bruner, clinical assistant professor in small animal internal medicine, visited WCIA 3 News to discuss laser lithotripsy, an innovative non-surgical, non-invasive option to remove kidney and bladder stones in pets.

CHAMPAIGN-URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — If you’re a pet parent you know it’s not always easy to bring your furry friend to the vet for care. Now, there’s a new treatment option to h…

01/06/2026

What's better than one Guinea pig? Two of course! 😍 Dorito (black and brown) and Chili (brown and white) came to see Dr. Vincent for their wellness exam and a yummy treat.

01/02/2026

Meet Dr. Stefania Gelendi, a clinical assistant professor in the small animal emergency and critical care service.

"I’ve always been fascinated by how quickly situations can change and how small decisions can make all the difference. There’s something uniquely fulfilling about stabilizing a patient on the edge and watching them recover. It’s science and humanity at their rawest form. That sense of urgency and meaning is what made me fall in love with emergency and critical care and what continues to inspire me every day in the ICU."

Find out more about Dr. Gelendi: https://bit.ly/4pMGOVR

12/31/2025

Thank you for being with us in 2025. Here is a lookback at the year's top social medic posts. 💙

12/29/2025

Say hello to Voodoo. This little guy is so sweet and tears up the agility arena when not contributing to science.

Voodoo is currently enrolled in one of our oral melanoma trials and is doing great. He stays here in hospital for a few days when he comes for treatments and he has captured the heart of the whole oncology team. So much personally in that little fluff. He loves laps and to be held like a baby. It’s quite adorable. 😎

12/26/2025

If your dog occasionally vomits yellow bile early in the morning, it might be more common and less alarming than you think.

Dr. Canaan Shores from 's urgent and convenient care service explains bilious vomiting syndrome, a condition where pets vomit bile after not eating, such as in the early morning hours. Many pets improve with simple changes to feeding schedules, diets, or supportive medications.

Read the full story to learn when this condition may be the culprit:

Bilious vomiting syndrome may occur when bile moves backward from the intestines to the stomach. It usually happens early in the morning.

12/23/2025

Festive times, calls for festive measures and did not disappoint. Between fancy sweaters, a hot chocolate bar, and some creatively decorative doors the faculty, staff, and students are bringing the cheer. 🧡