College of

Veterinary Medicine

Thinking about becoming a veterinarian? Join our Admissions 101 session to learn about the DVM application process, admission requirements, and what to expect when applying to OSU Veterinary Medicine.

Come meet the alpacas! See these unique animals up close and enjoy a live demonstration while learning more about them. 

The Stillwater Police Department K9 Unit has proven an extremely valuable resource in effectively investigating and suppressing criminal activity. Come see these amazing dogs in action

Come meet the alpacas! See these unique animals up close and enjoy a live demonstration while learning more about them. 

Pistol Pete is a campus celebrity and well-known nationwide. He not only represents our school but also what we stand for: loyalty, strength, and truth. See Pete around at Open House.

Heeeeeerrrreeeee comes BULLET! Bullet and his Spirit Riders are a fan favorite, and you may have seen him racing across the field a time or two.

The Class of 2029 is excited to showcase key veterinary skills and share their knowledge of parasites, a specialty of our college and the National Center for Veterinary Parasitology. In the clinical skills lab, students practice essential techniques with hands-on training and expert guidance. 

 This is a CVM emergency broadcast!  Please remain calm and take immediate precautions: A zombie pig outbreak has been reported in multiple regions of McElroy Hall. We request assistance with containment strategies to prevent further exposure.

Calling all little builders! Stop by to build a birdhouse to take home and create a cozy new spot for your backyard feathered friends. 

 The first-year class invites you to the Anatomy Lab showcase. Stop by to examine the morphological parallels and distinctions shared between humans and various animal species.

Meet the donkeys from Peaceful Valley in Perry, OK! They’re curious, gentle, and full of personality. Give them a scratch, snap a photo, and see how Peaceful Valley helps give donkeys a safe, happy home. 

Come meet real alpacas from Alpacas of Oklahoma! These gentle, fluffy animals love to say hello. Pet them, take a picture, and learn what makes alpacas so special. Fun for the whole family!

Come meet our local firefighters! Get an up-close look at a fire truck, learn about the important work firefighters do, and say hello to the Stillwater Fire Department crew. 

Take a look inside a veterinary ambulance and learn how veterinary professionals provide emergency care and transport for animals. Visitors can explore the equipment used to safely care for animals during transport and discover what goes into responding to veterinary emergencies. 

Our third year students will be showcasing their surgery skills by running the Teddy Bear Surgery exhibit. Children under the age of 16 are encouraged to participate in this mock procedure covering all of the basic surgical techniques. 

Our veterinary students have spent the summer exploring science mysteries, and now they’re excited to share what they’ve discovered! Check out their colorful posters, ask questions, and learn fun facts about animals, health, and research.

Put on your X-ray vision!  Take a look at real animal radiographs and see if you can spot what surprising object a pet has swallowed. Learn how veterinarians use X-rays to solve these mysteries!

 Grab a roll of bandages and give it a try!  Learn how vets protect horses’ legs by practicing wraps on our life-sized models.

Step into the role of a veterinarian! Kids can work alongside our veterinary students to perform a hands-on “checkup” on real dogs and learn what veterinarians look for during a physical exam.

Practice milking a cow with our interactive model. Learn the technique farmers use every day and discover where milk comes from in a fun, hands-on way. 

 On your mark... get set...GO!  Cheer on the contestants in our tick races! Watch these speedy crawlers make their way to the finish line and see if the tick you picked comes out on top.

Get hands-on with Morticia, our life-sized model horse! Explore the inside of a horse and learn how veterinarians use palpation to examine internal structures and assess a horse’s health.

 The OSU CVM Museum on Wheels is a mobile exhibit that showcases a collection of veterinary tools and equipment, offering visitors a historical perspective on veterinary medicine.

Heartworms are creepy—but learning about them can be fun! Kids can explore the “ooky spooky” world of heartworms and learn how these pesky parasites affect pets and how veterinarians help keep animals protected.