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
Serious Science. Bad Jokes. Aaryn DuBose Takes on Brain Smarts
Warning: Listening to Vet Candy’s Brain Smarts may result in spontaneous laughter, improved trivia skills, and a slight crush on hosts Clay and Caitlin Palmer. It’s like a news show... if the news show had a sense of humor and a caffeine problem.
From the Rainbow State to the Royal Rumble: Deacon Lajala Takes on Brain Smarts
If you’ve ever wondered what happens when a Hawaiian vet student squares off against a fast-paced veterinary game show, Brain Smarts has your answer, and it’s chaos in the best possible way.
Brain Smarts Brings the Heat: Ashli Selke Joins Clay and Caitlin Palmer for an Episode You Literally Cannot Miss
In the latest episode of Vet Candy’s Brain Smarts podcast, veterinary comedians Clay and Caitlin Palmer welcome veterinary technician powerhouse Ashli Selke. Ashli — former NAVTA President, legal strategist, and board member — shares spicy hot takes on leadership, advocacy, and breaking barriers in vet med. Packed with hilarious games, insider stories, and unstoppable laughs, this must-listen episode highlights Ashli’s mission to uplift rising leaders and transform veterinary medicine. Stream it now on Apple Podcasts, where Vet Candy is the #1 podcast in the Pets & Animals category.
Think You’re the Smartest Vet Professional? Prove It on Vet Candy’s New Show, Brain Smarts!
Introducing Brain Smarts, Vet Candy’s brand-new veterinary game show, where contestants go head-to-head in a battle of wits, weird trivia, and breaking vet news. It’s a show designed to make learning fun, with a twist of comedy, a splash of chaos, and a whole lot of unexpected moments. And the best part? We’re looking for contestants!
21 Questions with Ava Cabble
this captivating episode of "21 Questions with Vet Candy," we're thrilled to introduce Ava Cabble, a bright and ambitious first-year veterinary student at Cornell College of Veterinary Medicine. Originally from Michigan, Ava's passion for animals takes a unique twist as she embarks on a specialized path in herpetological medicine, focusing on reptiles.
Your Questions, Answered
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