A human hand with pointer finger outstretched toward the paw of a black cat, in a nod to Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel painting called "The Creation of Adam", where God and Adam reach their fingers toward each other.

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  • RCVM@OVC team walking through a wooded area of the Arboretum at the University of Guelph.
  • Quote by Dr. Natasha Janke that says, “Being a part of RCVM@OVC has given me the opportunity to grow as a researcher. Pursuing research that I am passionate about and working with others who share an interest in helping the veterinary profession is very fulfilling.”
  • RCVM@OVC team member Kat holding her dog, Bella, on her lap.
  • Young woman walks next to her horse as they gaze at each other.
  • Abby pats her pet pig, Wilson, on the grass during an autumn day.
  • Quote from Dr. Kat Sutherland that says "I love being here and think RCVM@OVC is an amazing group of people."
  • A black cat next to a tricolour dog, who are posing together for a professional portrait.
  • Child and white puppy cuddling. Child is smiling at her puppy.
  • Rosalie caring for 3 horses in a field.
  • Quote that says, “The more we get together around shared goals, shared knowledge, mutual respect, and frequent, timely, and accurate communication, the happier a veterinary team will be.” Dr. Jason Coe, DVM, PhD
  • Baby Howie the cat at the vet's office, looking at a bird in a cage.
  • RCVM@OVC alumna and veterinarian, Judy, cuddling a rabbit at the Toronto Humane Society
  • Kirsten & her pup, Ivy, at The Wooly Pub in Guelph

“The RCVM@OVC team, led by Dr. Jason Coe, is all about ‘CoeLaboration’.”
Dr. Kirsten Blokland, PhD