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For Immediate Release
Contact:
Mariah Carroll, College of Veterinary Medicine, 612-624-7231, carr0278@umn.edu
U of M Veterinary School at Minnesota State Fair
MINNEAPOLIS / ST. PAUL (Aug. 25, 2006) – The College of Veterinary Medicine specializes in the medical care and health of Minnesota’s farm and companion animals as well as raptors. Come visit our veterinarians, students, and volunteers during the Minnesota State Fair from Friday, August 25, through Monday, September 4, to learn how they impact the lives of Minnesotans every day through their teaching, research, and outreach.
| Date |
Time(s) |
Who/What |
Place |
| Friday, Aug. 25 |
9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
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Representatives of the Veterinary Medical Center will be available to answer questions on pet health care and animal topics:
9-11 a.m.
Nutrition in pets: Dr. Julie Churchill and Joan Smith, CVT
11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Emergency Services: Dr. Jeff Todd and Jessica Redineus, CVT
1-3 p.m.
Cardiology Services: Dr. Luca Ferasin and Dr. Chris Stauthammer
Social Work Services: Jeannine Moga, MSW
3-5 p.m.
Dermatology: Dr. Sandra Nogueria and Kim Horne, CVT
Animal behavior: Dr. Lorna Reichl
5-7 p.m.
Cancer in pets: Krystal Baxter, CVT
7-9 p.m.
Cancer in pets: Jody Larson, CVT and Alexa Hart, B.S.
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University of Minnesota building, Academic Health Center exhibit |
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Thurs., Aug. 24 – Mon., Sept. 4 (every day)
Sat., Aug. 26, Wed., Aug. 30,
Sat., Sept. 2
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9 a.m.-9 p.m.
2 p.m.
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Miracle of Birth Center – Witness births daily
U of M veterinary students and faculty will assist with births, demonstrate procedures, and answer questions about animal health
What does it take to be a vet? Student presentations
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Miracle of Birth Center |
Thurs., Aug. 24-Sept. 4
(every day) |
10 a.m., noon, 2 p.m., 4 p.m. |
Surgery Suite – Witness Live Surgeries
Assisted by veterinary students, veterinarians will perform spays, neuters, and other surgeries on cats and dogs, and discuss the importance of population control. |
Surgery Suite, Pet Center |
| Friday, Aug. 25 |
11 a.m. |
The Raptor Center - Staff and volunteers will have live birds on stage and be available to answer questions about raptors. |
DNR Building, main stage |
| Saturday, Aug. 26 |
11 a.m. |
The Raptor Center - Staff and volunteers will have live birds on stage and be available to answer questions about raptors. |
DNR Building, main stage |
| Sunday, Aug. 27 |
11 a.m. |
The Raptor Center - Staff and volunteers will have live birds on stage and be available to answer questions about raptors. |
DNR Building, main stage |
| Monday, Aug. 28 |
11 a.m. |
The Raptor Center - Staff and volunteers will have live birds on stage and be available to answer questions about raptors. |
DNR Building, main stage |
| Tuesday, Aug. 29 |
11 a.m. |
The Raptor Center - Staff and volunteers will have live birds on stage and be available to answer questions about raptors. |
DNR Building, main stage |
| Wednesday, Aug. 30 |
11 a.m. |
The Raptor Center - Staff and volunteers will have live birds on stage and be available to answer questions about raptors. |
DNR Building, main stage |
| Thursday, Aug. 31 |
10:30 a.m.
11 a.m.
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The Raptor Center - Staff and volunteers will have live birds on stage and be available to answer questions about raptors. |
University of Minnesota stage
DNR Building, main stage
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| Friday, Sept. 1 |
Noon |
The Raptor Center - Staff and volunteers will have live birds on stage and be available to answer questions about raptors. |
DNR Building, main stage |
| Saturday, Sept. 2 |
11 a.m. |
The Raptor Center - Staff and volunteers will have live birds on stage and be available to answer questions about raptors. |
DNR Building, main stage |
| Sunday, Sept. 3 |
Noon |
The Raptor Center - Staff and volunteers will have live birds on stage and be available to answer questions about raptors. |
DNR Building, main stage |
| Monday, Sept. 4 |
11 a.m. |
The Raptor Center - Staff and volunteers will have live birds on stage and be available to answer questions about raptors. |
DNR Building, main stage |
Where:
Miracle of Birth Center: New location on the corner of Clough Street and Judson Avenue
University of Minnesota building: two blocks west of gate 5 on Dan Patch Avenue (off Snelling Avenenue)
DNR building: Carnes Avenue between Clough and Nelson Streets
Surgery Suite, Pet Center: Underwood St. and Murphy Ave.
The University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine improves the health and well-being of animals and people by providing high-quality veterinary training, conducting leading-edge research, delivering innovative veterinary services, and leading and supporting critical public health initiatives. For more information, visit www.cvm.umn.edu.
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