August Vet Candy Spotlight: Caitlin Palmer, Creativity Meets Veterinary Medicine
Brought to you by Zoetis
This month, Vet Candy Magazine is thrilled to shine a spotlight on Caitlin Palmer, one of the first-ever Certified Veterinary Receptionists and a true innovator in our field. Caitlin is equal parts artist, comedian, and educator, transforming the veterinary profession with humor, creativity, and heart.
From her viral TikTok skits as “The Desk Wench” to starring roles on Vet Candy’s Brain Smarts and Cat Café, Caitlin brings laughter and joy to every corner of veterinary media. Now, she’s taking her talents to a new level with All Creatures, a comedy podcast series co-starring her husband, Clay. In the series, they play veterinarians tasked with saving the world from mythical threats—think zombies, Mothman, and more. Caitlin not only stars in the show, but also writes and illustrates it, blending storytelling, humor, and veterinary insight like never before.
This issue of Vet Candy is packed with stories of innovation and inspiration. Highlights include:
AI transforming veterinary workflows, making clinic processes more efficient
The world’s first vaccine for swine dysentery, a breakthrough in animal health
Zoetis’ latest mental health survey, revealing a call for systemic support across the veterinary community
Research on the human-animal bond, showing that pets don’t just comfort us—they make us stronger, happier, and more connected
Other news making waves this month:
Papaya Veterinary Care opens its doors in Culver City
Texas A&M breaks ground on a cutting-edge teaching hospital
Zoetis unveils AI-powered urine sediment analysis at ACVIM
As always, we celebrate the incredible work done by everyone in veterinary medicine. Whether you’re behind the microscope or at the front desk, your efforts matter. Caitlin’s story reminds us that creativity and compassion go hand in hand, making the profession richer, brighter, and more inspiring.
Don’t miss Caitlin and Clay’s hilarious new series, All Creatures, now streaming on the Vet Candy podcast channel!
