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 ...

Dr. Melanie Parker pulled the black-and-white baby goat close, hugging it then kissing it on the nose. The barn was quiet and still, the vague odor of animal hanging in the cold air. Parker grabbed ...

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 ...

A-1 Vet Care started seeing larger animals last fall with creation of an area for examining horses, sheep, goats, pigs and more. A cattle area will be added this summer. The veterinarian also wants to ...

Several longtime Washington large animal veterinarians are sounding alarms following the Washington State University veterinary hospital’s decision to offer only mobile services due to staffing ...

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 ...

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) -- Fewer veterinary school graduates are taking their talent, time and training to the farms and ranches of South Dakota. It's a trend seen in other farm states, too, in part ...

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 ...

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Some Virginia veterinarians who care for large animals like livestock, poultry and equines could potentially receive more than $100,000 grant from the state. Starting Tuesday, ...