Loading Dock Closure: The University of Minnesota Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory's loading dock area will be closed for renovation from noon on Friday 7/11 through 7:30 AM on Monday 7/14. We cannot accept deliveries of animals for necropsy services weighing more than 50 lbs during this time. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Change in access to the VDL: Commonwealth Avenue (immediately south of the VDL) will be closed by the city for construction starting July 7th. Please access Gortner Avenue (in front of the lab) via Buford Avenue from the north. Please click here for more information.
New guidance for H5N1 Influenza testing in pets
Requirements for Diagnostic Testing for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) H5N1 Virus in Livestock
Research ethics at the University of Minnesota. We are committed to protecting research participants, upholding ethical standards, and improving our practice at every step of our work.