Vet Candy Exclusive: WVC’s Dr. Anthony Pease On What’s Next in Nashville
If there’s one thing veterinary professionals know, it’s that the WVC Annual Conference isn’t just a meeting — it’s an experience. And this year, the 2026 conference delivered in a big way.
How to Find Your Dream Job in Veterinary Medicine
With so many possible career paths in veterinary medicine — private practice, corporate, research, public health, education, telemedicine, and beyond — it's easy to feel overwhelmed when it comes to figuring out where you belong. But according to Dr. Ashley Hopkins, veterinarian, career coach, and founder of Hopper Vets, the answer isn't something you stumble into.
Why Relief Veterinary Jobs Are the Hottest Thing in Vet Med Right Now
If you've been scrolling through veterinary job listings lately, you've probably noticed something: relief vet jobs are everywhere. And according to Dr. Ashley Hopkins, founder of Hopper Vets and one of veterinary medicine's most passionate advocates for career flexibility, there's a very good reason for that.
Dr. Ashley Hopkins Brings Career Coaching to WVC Vegas: Because Burnout Isn't a Badge of Honor
When we asked Dr. Ashley Hopkins to be a Vet Candy ambassador for WVC Vegas 2026, we knew we were bringing something different to the table. While other ambassadors will be covering the latest in cardiology or the coolest surgical techniques, Ashley is bringing something the veterinary profession desperately needs to talk about: how to actually love your career without destroying yourself in the process.
2026: The Year You Finally Land Your Dream Veterinary Job (Here’s How!
If you’ve been thinking about making a change in your veterinary career, 2026 is your year. Whether you’re a recent graduate or a seasoned veterinarian, now is the perfect time to align your work with your values, lifestyle, and professional goals. Dr. Ashley Hopkins, career coach and DVM, shares key steps every veterinarian should take before hitting “apply” for their next role.
Veterinary Burnout? Here’s How Dr. Ashley Hopkins Found Her Spark
Dr. Ashley Hopkins knew she wanted to be a veterinarian at six years old. But the road from that childhood dream to becoming the founder of a revolutionary veterinary relief network was paved with obstacles that would have discouraged many.