Penn Vet Working Dog Center

The provided content describes the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Veterinary Medicine, which houses the Penn Vet Working Dog Center as one of its research centers. The School of Veterinary Medicine offers a Veterinariae Medicinae Doctoris (VMD) degree and various dual degree programs, preparing students for careers in veterinary practice, research, and public health.

It also provides online graduate programs in Animal Welfare & Behavior, and Certificates & Continuing Education, which may be relevant for aspiring dog trainers or behaviorists. The institution operates veterinary hospitals for companion animals and large animals, treating over 60,000 animals at its hospitals and local farms. The text emphasizes the school’s role in addressing global challenges related to animal and human health through education, clinical care, and interdisciplinary research.

Accomplishments

Penn Vet has a history of over 140 years, playing a crucial role in animal and human health. The class of 2024 achieved a 97% pass rate on the North American Veterinary Licensing Examination (NAVLE). The faculty are leaders in their field, holding various advanced degrees and certifications such as VMD, PhD, DACVIM, DACVR, DACVS, DACVSMR, DACVO, DACVECC, DACT, and DACVM.