Dr. Joe Guevara does the daily work of a large-animal veterinarian, including long hours, travel between farms and caring for animals that require immediate attention. He explains how the job combines ...

But at veterinary school, Haines chose to work at large-animal clinics during the day while completing classes at night, believing the best way to learn was hands-on. After graduation, she completed ...

When it comes to livestock production — whether beef, dairy or swine — a knowledgeable large-animal veterinarian is a critical resource for producers. The veterinarian’s duties have grown through the ...

CHRISTIANSBURG, Va. (WDBJ) - The Virginia General Assembly wrapped up its 2025 legislative session over the weekend, and one of the bills passed is aiming to help farmers by addressing the shortage of ...

The Virginia General Assembly recognized last year that solutions need to be developed regarding the statewide shortage of large animal veterinarians. As a result, the legislature authorized a ...

Linda Rhodes, author of the forthcoming memoir 'Breaking the Barnyard Barrier,' shares an exclusive essay about her trailblazing career as a large animal veterinarian ...

Dr. Christine Staten knows exactly when she decided to become a large animal veterinarian. “At 9 years old, I have a memory of my pony (Brandy) being super sick…” she said, “The veterinarian drives up ...

Recent trainings were organized where one local vet helped teach people emergency care for their horses. Around 100 attended each of two recent sessions.

A Washington working group is examining the shortage of large animal veterinary services. The state legislature approved the group in July. The group must provide a preliminary report to the ...

When Lexi Roloson decided to become a veterinarian, she had a problem: it was her senior year of college, and she had zero veterinary work experience, a requirement for the competitive veterinary ...