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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
How a Human Cancer Breakthrough Could Shape the Future of Veterinary Oncology
Colorectal cancer remains one of the most lethal malignancies worldwide and ranks second in global cancer mortality. In 2020 alone, more than 900,000 people died from the disease. While early detection dramatically improves outcomes, metastatic progression continues to drive poor prognoses, with five year survival rates dropping below 10 percent once the cancer spreads.
Your Team’s Mascot Might Be Endangered in Real Life, and the Reason Why Matters More Than You Think
If you grew up cheering for the Lions, Tigers, Bears, Wolves, or any team with a fierce creature on its logo, you are not alone. Wild animals are basically the unofficial celebrities of the sports world. They look great on jerseys, they hype us up, and they give teams their signature personality.
Holiday Burnout Is Real for Vets And Here’s How to Fight Back
The holiday season is supposed to be magical. Twinkling lights, family gatherings, joy and gratitude all around. But if you're a veterinarian staring at your December schedule—packed with emergencies, euthanasias, and clients who can't afford treatment right before Christmas—the holidays might feel more exhausting than enchanting.
Veterinary Research Team Identifies Genes That Keep Cancer from Spreading
Research led by Christopher J. Lengner and M. Andrés Blanco of the School of Veterinary Medicine has identified two genes that suppress metastasis in preclinical models of colorectal cancer. The study is published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.
Receptors in mammary glands make livestock and humans inviting hosts for avian flu
An ongoing outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza has affected more than 184 million domestic poultry since 2022 and, since making the leap to dairy cattle in spring 2024, more than 1,000 milking cow herds.
Novel kirkovirus may be associated with colitis in horses
In a pilot study, researchers from North Carolina State University have found a novel kirkovirus that may be associated with colitis – and potentially small colon impactions – in horses. The study could offer a route to new therapies for horses with colitis symptoms from unknown causes.
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