Veterinary Blog for Education, Careers, and Real Vet Life
Welcome to the Vet Candy Blog—your go-to destination for veterinary education, career growth, and real-life insights from the world of animal health.
From free RACE-approved CE courses and clinical updates to NAVLE prep and career advice, our content is designed for veterinarians, vet techs, and students who want to stay informed, inspired, and ahead in their careers.
Latest Veterinary News & Clinical Insights
Megan Weidenbach Is Building Her Voice Before She Even Graduates
Megan Weidenbach is a third-year DVM student at Lincoln Memorial University, President of her school's WVLDI chapter, and one of Vet Candy's Rising Stars for 2026. A self-described yapper, ceramics artist, and social media creator with thousands of followers, Megan talks about her grandmother's legacy, the creative life she never gave up, and why the veterinary profession needs more people willing to make noise. Read her story.
Could You Be a Vet Candy Rising Star? Here's What We Look For
The Vet Candy Rising Stars program celebrates vet students doing meaningful work right now. Here's exactly what we look for — and why the feature can change your career before it starts.
This Vet Student Traded the Basketball Court for the Clinic Floor
Meet Phylicia McInnis, a second-year vet student at Virginia-Maryland CVM and Vet Candy Rising Star 2026 with her eyes on emergency medicine and her own clinic.
Nominate a Rising Star: Vet Students Making Waves Before Graduation
Vet Candy's Rising Stars 2026 program recognizes veterinary students globally who demonstrate exceptional leadership before graduation. Students creating community clinics, mental health initiatives, diversity advocacy, and educational content are eligible. Self-nominations and peer nominations accepted. No experience requirements—celebrates students making meaningful impact in veterinary medicine regardless of year in program.
Your Questions, Answered
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