Bird Flu Strikes Again: Fourth Arizona Poultry Farm Hit with Avian Influenza
The avian influenza outbreak in Maricopa County, Arizona, has now reached a fourth commercial poultry farm. The latest affected site—dubbed Maricopa 05—was flagged through routine surveillance testing on June 4, 2025, before any birds showed clinical signs of illness.
New Elanco Report Reveals Scope of Dog Itch Epidemic—and Urges Cost-Effective Solutions
A newly released report by Elanco Animal Health sheds light on an increasingly common issue in pet care: canine itch. According to the data, nearly 9 out of 10 dog owners in the U.S. report that their pet has experienced itchiness in the past year, with seasonal allergies and environmental triggers like pollen playing a major role in flare-ups.
Brazil Opens Bird Flu Vaccination Debate Amid First Commercial Outbreak
In response to Brazil's first confirmed avian influenza outbreak on a commercial poultry farm, Agriculture Minister Carlos Favaro is calling for a global discussion on bird flu vaccination—a topic with major implications for global poultry trade and animal health policy.
Colorado's Veterinary Workforce Just Got a Major Change with New VPA Law
On May 30, 2025, Governor Jared Polis signed HB25-1285 into law, officially establishing the role of the Veterinary Professional Associate (VPA). This new mid-level veterinary position is designed to work under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian, with the goal of increasing access to care and addressing workforce challenges. The law takes effect on January 1, 2026.
Brain Smarts Gets Wild (and Hilarious) with Dr. Hannah Jordan, the Vet Who Does It All
The latest episode of Vet Candy’s Brain Smarts with Clay and Caitlin Palmer had everything: laughs, weird trivia, adorable animals, and a vet who could probably out-charm Steve Irwin himself. That’s right—comedian duo Clay and Caitlin brought their signature chaotic energy to this week’s show with a guest who can diagnose a gecko, perform surgery on a hamster, and still have time to craft a stunning pair of earrings: Dr. Hannah Jordan.
The June Issue of Vet Candy Magazine: Reconciliation in the Heart of Vet Med
As we step into the heart of 2025, the veterinary profession stands at a pivotal crossroads. This June, Vet Candy Magazinededicates its latest issue to reconciliation—between the clinical and the compassionate, the traditional and the innovative, and the realities of burnout and the pursuit of balance.