Money, Mistrust, and Machines: What’s Shaping the Future of Vet Med
In the latest episode of Vet Candy Watch, Career Coach Vet Dr. Ashley Hopkins takes a closer look at the biggest conversations shaping the veterinary profession today. From economic realities to public perception and global innovation, this episode explores the issues that every veterinary professional should be paying attention to.
PRN Pharmacal Announces Veterinary Technician Awards Program to Honor Exceptional Care
Pegasus Laboratories/PRN Pharmacal, a company focused on developing innovative products to treat chronic conditions in cats, dogs, and horses, is launching an awards program that celebrates the dedication, compassion, and clinical expertise of veterinary technicians.
The Vet Candy Magazine Issue Everyone’s Talking About
Sponsored by PRN Pharmacal, creators of Reconcile® for canine separation anxiety. Reconcile® combines the proven power of fluoxetine with a vet-approved behavioral plan to help dogs live more relaxed, joyful lives. Discover more at reconcile.com.
Being the Boss: Why Practice Ownership is the New Power Move in Vet Med
According to the AVMA, only about 25% of veterinarians in the U.S. are practice owners—and most are over 40. But the next generation is flipping the script.
In this episode of Vet Candy Pop, co-hosts Dr. Shannon and Dr. Elan explore the rise of young, female practice owners and why ownership is officially hot in veterinary medicine.
The July 2025 Issue of Vet Candy Magazine is Here—and It’s All About the Women Who Do It All
Gracing our cover is none other than Dr. Elān Armstrong, the unstoppable Connecticut veterinarian who juggles a thriving career, co-hosts our brand-new talk show Pop with Dr. Shannon Gregoire, and somehow still finds time to raise four (yes, four!) amazing kids. She's smart, she's fierce, and she’s redefining what it means to be a modern vet—and we are so here for it.
Is Your Job Hurting Your Mental Health?
It’s no secret—millennials are feeling the pressure. A recent survey found that 45% of millennials say their job negatively affects their mental health, and the veterinary world is no exception. Long hours, emotional cases, student debt, and the ever-present pressure to be perfect have created the perfect storm for burnout. But now, two bold voices are stepping up to challenge the silence.