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
Your Cat's Brain Ages Like Yours. What That Means for Both of You.
Researchers from the University of Bath, Auburn College of Veterinary Medicine, and École Nationale Vétérinaire de Toulouse recently published findings that show how closely human and feline brain aging track together. And they're saying that your cat—or more accurately, studying thousands of cats—might help us understand how to age better.
Darwin's Ark invites research collaboration on the world's largest community science initiative for cats and dogs
Darwin's Ark, a nonprofit dedicated to advancing scientific discovery through collaboration with pet owners and scientists, invited researchers to access its tools and data to advance pet and human health.
Brachycephalic Cats and Dystocia: What New Research Reveals About Breed Health and Reproductive Emergency
A large-scale study finds that brachycephalic queens face dystocia risk over three times higher than normal cats. The data raises urgent questions about breeding ethics and what vets need to know for client counseling
Feline fleas carry bacteria linked to human disease In South Texas, study finds
In a recent study, researchers at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) detected DNA from Rickettsia typhi — the bacterium that causes flea-borne murine typhus — in cat fleas (Ctenocephalides felis) collected from domestic cats in the Rio Grande Valley, a region that consistently reports some of the highest numbers of human cases of murine typhus in Texas.
Dr. Christina Dougherty Is Building a Different Kind of Vet School. Here's Why It Matters
As the new Associate Dean for Clinical Programs and Outreach at UMES, she's leading the charge to bring diversity, accessibility, and community partnership to veterinary education.
Dr. Christina "Tina" Dougherty wasn't supposed to become a veterinarian. At least, not the way most people think about it
When New Equipment Causes Unexpected Harm: What the MRI Thermal Injury Case Teaches Veterinary Hospitals
A nine-month investigation into skin burns at an academic veterinary hospital reveals how multiple small failures can align to cause patient harm and what systematic approaches can prevent it.
Your Questions, Answered
-
Vet Candy welcomes relevant industry news, press releases, and high-quality content that provides value to veterinary professionals. Submissions should focus on clinical insights, innovation in animal health, or meaningful industry developments.
All submissions are reviewed by our editorial team to ensure they align with our content standards and audience interests. To inquire about opportunities, please contact our team through the website.
-
Vet Candy focuses on content that is educational, engaging, and relevant to veterinarians, vet techs, and veterinary students. This includes clinical updates, industry news, career insights, and expert perspectives that help professionals stay informed and grow in their careers.
-
Yes, Vet Candy offers opportunities for companies and organizations to share important updates, product news, and industry announcements through sponsored content, press features, and integrated campaigns—helping you reach a highly engaged veterinary audience.
-
You can reach us anytime via our contact page or email. We aim to respond quickly—usually within one business day.
-
Vet Candy is committed to providing content that is accurate, balanced, and relevant to veterinary professionals. Our editorial team works to maintain high journalistic standards by reviewing content for clarity, credibility, and educational value. We aim to present information in a way that reflects a range of perspectives within the veterinary industry.
-
We strive for accuracy in everything we publish, but if you notice an error or outdated information, we encourage you to reach out to our team. Vet Candy is committed to transparency and will review and update content as needed to ensure it remains accurate and reliable.
-
Yes, Vet Candy regularly reviews and updates content to maintain accuracy and relevance. When necessary, corrections or edits are made to ensure our content reflects the most current and reliable information available.