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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
I Failed the NAVLE. Here's What I Wish I Had.
One in five vet grads doesn't pass the NAVLE on the first try. Here's what the students who pass on a retake have in common, and the free 12-week program that changes outcomes
What Your First Vet Salary Will Actually Look Like (And How to Negotiate It)
What does a new grad veterinarian actually earn — and how do you negotiate it? The financial conversation vet school never had with you, including what to negotiate beyond base salary.
Jean Carlos Alvarado Colon left Puerto Rico after a hurricane and built something that helped 507 animals. He is not done.
Meet one of Vet Candy’s Rising Stars of Vet Med 2026. Jean Carlos Alvarado Colon's parents gave him one piece of advice before he left Puerto Rico in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria. It was short. It was in Spanish. And it changed the course of everything that followed.
Cats left alone too long: what veterinarians now refuse to ignore
A growing body of veterinary and behavioral research is challenging the long-standing perception that cats are entirely self-sufficient animals that can be left alone indefinitely without consequence. While cats do have strong independent behaviors, experts now emphasize that their tolerance for solitude is more limited than commonly assumed, and that prolonged isolation can have measurable effects on both physical and psychological well-being.
Westminster Kennel Club Opens Nominations for 2026 Veterinarian of the Year Award on World Veterinary Day
The Westminster Kennel Club has officially announced the opening of nominations for its 2026 Veterinarian of the Year Award, presented by Purina Pro Plan Veterinary, marking the initiative’s fifth anniversary. The program celebrates the vital role veterinarians play in animal health and welfare while also highlighting the growing challenges faced within the profession.
Playing with your dog creates a stronger bond
Playing a little extra with your dog improves the emotional bond between owner and dog, according to a new study from Linköping University. However, training did not give the same results. The study is relevant for all dog owners, whether they have young or adult dogs.
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