In 1791, a pioneering institution dedicated to understanding the silent suffering and remarkable resilience of animals emerged in Milan. This was the “Scuola Veterinaria Minore,” later to become the esteemed Department of Veterinary Medicine. Initially, the school’s focus was straightforward. It trained farriers, those unsung heroes of the equine world, to perform minor surgeries and treat common ailments in horses, cattle, and sheep. Napoleon’s influence in 1805 brought about a significant transformation. The curriculum expanded to three years, aiming to produce more skilled practitioners. As the decades passed and the Department of Veterinary Medicine came under the umbrella of the University of Milan, its reputation grew. The world, however, was changing. The once bucolic outskirts of Milan, where the Department had found its home on Via Celoria in 1927, were slowly being absorbed by the expanding city. And so, in 2018, the Department of Veterinary Medicine embarked on a new chapter, relocating to Lodi. This move signaled more than just a change of scenery. It represented a commitment to staying at the forefront of veterinary science with state-of-the-art facilities. The Department of Veterinary Medicine stands today as a testament to the enduring bond between humans and animals, and the unwavering pursuit of their well-being.
Nuovo Cimitero di Cologno Monzese
“A timeless sanctuary,” the old woman whispered, her gaze fixed on the rows of marble within Nuovo Cimitero di Cologno