Source: Michigan State University
Michigan State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine has launched a new Community Medicine Program featuring a 32-foot mobile veterinary surgical unit designed to bring spay and neuter services directly to animal shelters and welfare organizations across Michigan. The initiative aims to address a common challenge faced by shelters: limited access to Veterinary care needed to prepare animals for adoption.
The mobile clinic functions as a fully equipped Veterinary hospital on wheels, complete with surgical suites, anesthesia monitoring equipment, recovery space, and onboard power. In addition to helping shelters increase adoption readiness, the program provides Veterinary and Veterinary nursing students with valuable hands-on clinical experience under faculty supervision.
Since its pilot phase, the mobile unit has traveled more than 2,000 miles, partnered with 13 animal welfare organizations, and completed more than 100 spay and neuter surgeries. Supported by state funding and private donations, the program seeks to improve animal welfare, reduce barriers to adoption, expand access to Veterinary care, and prepare future Veterinary professionals to serve communities throughout Michigan.
Read the full story HERE: https://msutoday.msu.edu/news/2026/06/mobile-vet-clinic