AAVLD Accreditation
The UF Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory is provisionally accredited by the American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians, demonstrating compliance with rigorous national standards for quality, accuracy and reliability in diagnostic testing. This certification reflects the laboratory’s commitment to standardized procedures, proficiency testing and continuous quality assurance to support animal and public health.
News FROM AROUND THE COLLEGE
Professor emeritus Dr. Maarten Drost passes away
UF CVM founding faculty member, professor emeritus and globally acclaimed theriogenologist Maarten Drost, D.V.M., passed peacefully on Jan. 18, 2026.
Nestlé Purina PetCare Co. establishes endowed professorship at CVM
Dr. Domenico Santoro, professor and service chief of dermatology, has been named the Purina Endowed Professor.
McFarlane receives grant to study equine laminitis
Using PET scans to recognize clinical cases of laminitis earlier than current methods may mean quicker interventions and more positive outcomes.
Doctor’s orders for Iya the Komodo dragon
Iya’s care team was composed of UF Vet Med’s zoological medicine, anesthesia & analgesia and diagnostic imaging services.
ANIMAL AIRWAVES
No more nightlights
Are you one of those people who can’t sleep if even a tiny sliver of light slips under the door? Or do you doze best with the glow of the…
Tailpipes & Trauma: A Crash Course in Canine Vehicular Trauma
Vehicular trauma is common in dogs who are allowed to roam outdoors while unattended and, even when a dog is kept inside, accidents can happen: an animal can escape through…
Horse Shopping? Why a Vet Check Matters
Central Florida is home to horses of all breeds and disciplines and boasts one of the most robust equine industries in the country. With a plethora of horses for sale,…
Seeing is Believing: Spotting Pet Eye Problems Early
This week’s archived episode of Animal Airwaves Live focuses on your furry friend’s peepers! Dr. Bret Moore, a veterinary ophthalmology specialist, will share his expertise on recognizing and treating ocular…
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Fees for visits are to be paid in full at the time of service. For your convenience we accept cash, checks, MasterCard, Visa, Discover, American Express and Care Credit. Individuals other than the owner admitting an animal must provide written treatment authorization signed by the owner or be able to assume financial responsibility for the total cost of the visit. Pay your bill online.
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