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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
Mind-Blowing breakthrough: Can we predict dogs heart failure with machine learning?
Heart disease in dogs, particularly myxomatous mitral valve disease (MMVD), can pose a significant challenge when it comes to assessing the risk of heart failure. However, a recent study has harnessed the capabilities of machine learning and electronic health records (EHRs) to address this issue
Shocking cat health mystery revealed: Unbelievable eosinophilia and basophilia case!"
Inflammatory bowel disease can be a recurring issue in cats, marked by gastrointestinal problems and confirmed intestinal inflammation through histology. Here, we unravel a peculiar case involving a 9-month-old neutered male cat.
Mind-Blowing breakthrough: Canine cancer treatment that astonished even experts!
In human medicine, intrathecal chemotherapy is a well-known treatment for central nervous system hematopoietic neoplasia. However, its application and benefits in veterinary medicine remain relatively unexplored. In this case report, we delve into the story of a 4-year-old male cross-breed dog who presented with concerning symptoms, leading to an intriguing use of intrathecal chemotherapy.
Saving money, milk and improving human health
New research conducted by the College of Veterinary Medicine at Michigan State University sheds light on a costly issue within the dairy industry. It appears that dairy producers tend to overmedicate cows diagnosed with non-severe cases of clinical mastitis, leading to increased farm expenses and loss of milk production.
Researchers show endangered parrot species is thriving in urban areas
A Texas A&M-led research team has discovered that a population of endangered red-crowned parrots is thriving in urban areas of South Texas. The parrots are a unique case, considering that many animal species are affected negatively by the expansion of human urban areas, which can lead to deforestation and pollution of natural habitats.
Shocking Revelation: The hidden truth about chemotherapy drug shortage
The nationwide shortage of cancer chemotherapy medicines for pets is a pressing issue that affects both veterinary professionals and the pets they care for. Addressing this problem requires collaboration among pharmaceutical companies, regulatory agencies, veterinarians, and pet owners. By working together, we can ensure that our animal companions receive the best possible care in their battle against cancer, and we can alleviate the burden on the veterinary community.
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