Vet Candy’s Hit Podcast Unravels a Cryptid Mystery with a Veterinary Twist
When prize-winning cattle at Connecticut's Goshen Stampede were found mysteriously drained of blood, locals whispered about the legendary Chupacabra - the mythical "goat-sucker" of Latin American folklore. But in Vet Candy's hit podcast All Creatures: Fangs on the Farm, veterinarians Dr. Greathouse and Dr. Smalls uncover a truth far more disturbing than any monster legend. Their forensic investigation reveals an invasive threat that's cloning itself across American farms, proving reality can be stranger than fiction.
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.
Why These Young Veterinarians Are Taking Over the Industry (and Crushing It)
Discover how a new generation of veterinarians is transforming the field of animal care. These rising stars are blending cutting-edge technology, inclusive values, and fresh perspectives to reshape veterinary medicine. Learn about the changes they’re driving—from mental health advocacy to social media outreach—and meet standout young professionals like those featured by Vet Candy. This article explores why these trailblazing vets are the future of the industry.
Study Examines Deep Surgical Site Infections Following Spinal Surgery in Dogs
The retrospective, single-center study analyzed medical records from 2017 to 2021, identifying 19 confirmed cases of deep SSI among 1,723 thoracolumbar decompressive procedures—a 1.1% incidence rate.
Environmental Testing Helps Pork Producers Target Resources to Prevent PED
Pork producers are turning to environmental testing to enhance biosecurity and better prevent the spread of Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea (PED), a highly contagious virus that poses ongoing risks to swine health.
Oklahoma's livestock industry at crossroads amid vet shortage
Oklahoma’s livestock industry is facing a critical shortage of rural veterinarians, with more than 80% of counties reporting inadequate veterinary coverage over the past five years. The gap is raising concerns about the future of animal agriculture in the state and the stability of rural economies.