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The work of Dr. ​Brittany Watson and the Shelter Medicine team at Penn Vet is often featured in the news media. Here are recent articles featuring Dr. ​Watson and her team's work.
Penn Vet & Pets for Life Bring Veterinary Care to Philadelphia
Vets tell how they helped adorable dog dumped in trash walk again
FOX 29 — Tuesday, Jan 24, 2017
Dr. Jonathan Wood talks about the care Frances received on "Good Morning Philadelphia"
The best ways to prepare for a new pet
Philly.com — Tuesday, Jan 17, 2017
Looking for a new pet? Dr. Brittany Watson gives tips on preparing for this big decision.
Should you adopt a puppy for the holidays?
Radio Times — Wednesday, Dec 21, 2016
Drs. James Serpell and Brittany Watson discuss considerations for adopting pets.
Clear the Shelters: Penn Vet Student Adopts Louie
NBC10 — Wednesday, Jul 20, 2016
Penn student adopts Louie, who was treated through the Shelter Dog Specialty Medical Treatment Project.
Q&A with Brittany Watson
Penn Current — Thursday, May 12, 2016
Dr. Brittany Watson discusses shelter medicine, pets as children or family members, and a solution to the city’s overpopulation of animals.
NBC10 Teams Up to 'Clear The Shelters,' Find Pets Homes
NBC10 — Saturday, Aug 15, 2015
Penn Vet student Jonathan Ferrari speaks with NBC10 about our community outreach.
The University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine (Penn Vet) is a global leader in veterinary education, research, and clinical care. Founded in 1884, Penn Vet is the first veterinary school developed in association with a medical school. The school is a proud member of the One Health initiative, linking human, animal, and environmental health.
Penn Vet serves a diverse population of animals at its two campuses, which include extensive diagnostic and research laboratories. Ryan Hospital in Philadelphia provides care for dogs, cats, and other domestic/companion animals, handling more than 30,000 patient visits a year. New Bolton Center, Penn Vet’s large-animal hospital on nearly 700 acres in rural Kennett Square, PA, cares for horses and livestock/farm animals. The hospital handles more than 4,000 patient visits a year, while the Field Service treats nearly 37,000 patients at local farms. In addition, New Bolton Center’s campus includes a swine center, working dairy, and poultry unit that provide valuable research for the agriculture industry.