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
HPAI Alert: Bird Flu Cases Soar Across the U.S.
Avian influenza is back in the spotlight, and veterinary professionals across the country are paying close attention. Cases of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) are on the rise in the U.S., impacting commercial and backyard flocks alike. Understanding the latest numbers, trends, and veterinary implications is critical for protecting animal health and managing outbreaks.
How to Increase Pet Owner Visits When Your Phone Stops Ringing: Recession-Proof Strategies for Veterinary Practices
Economic uncertainty changes everything. Pet owners who previously scheduled wellness exams without hesitation now pause before committing. The phone rings less frequently. Appointment cancellations increase. According to recent industry data, veterinary visits dropped 2.7% from 2021 to 2023, while practices simultaneously face staffing shortages and rising costs.
Breaking Down the Paywall: Why Every Vet Deserves Access to Free Quality CE
Stay compliant with your license requirements and earn high-quality CE credits without spending a dime. Vet Candy CE is fully RACE approved and designed for busy veterinarians
Real Talk, Real Education: CE That Feels Like Coffee with Colleagues
Real Talk with Vet Candy featuring Vetique Chicago co-owners, Dr. Jessica Trice and Dr. Jennifer Remnes. Get free, RACE approved veterinary continuing education credits online. Vet Candy CE delivers flexible, high-quality courses for veterinarians, including clinical updates, practice management, and professional development, recognized by veterinary state licensing boards nationwide.
You Won’t Believe How NC State Just Solved One of Livestock Genetics’ Longest Running Headaches
Veterinary genetics just got a massive upgrade, and it comes from a place many of us already trust for powerhouse animal science: North Carolina State University. Researchers there have unveiled a suite of new statistical tools that promises to change how we identify DNA variants responsible for key livestock traits. Think of it as going from a flip phone to a smartphone for fine-mapping.
The Future of Behavior Research Just Got a Massive Upgrade
If you trained in an era when behavioral science meant stopwatches, clipboards, and highly staged tasks, buckle up. The field is shifting fast. Advances in tracking technologies now let researchers capture ultra fine movements in freely behaving animals at sub second and millimeter scales. That means richer datasets but also a major drawback. Complex motion tracking often comes with gaps. Missing data is the enemy of clean analysis and can weaken scientific conclusions.
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