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"New insights into wound healing https://www.myvetcandy.com/newsblog/2020/7/29/new-insights-into-wound-healing
When we get a wound on our skin, the cells in our bodies quickly mobilize to repair it. While it has been known how cells heal wounds and how scars form, a team led by researchers from Washington University in St. Louis has determined for the first time how the process begins, which may provide new
"How biking can transform your health https://www.myvetcandy.com/livingblog/2021/2/12/how-biking-can-transform-your-health
If you've been looking at alternative methods to get to work or stay fit, cycling has probably come to mind as a possible solution. Taking your bike out for a spin has a lot of wonderful health benefits, including weight loss, a mental health boost, and so much more. If you've been thinking about ta
"Madagascar: New mouse lemur species discovered https://www.myvetcandy.com/newsblog/2020/7/28/madagascar-new-mouse-lemur-species-discovered
Madagascar is a biodiversity hotspot. In the last 20 years new lemur species have been discovered while forested habitats have been quickly disappearing. Recent reports by the IUCN (International Union for the Conservation of Nature) have identified the lemurs as one of the most threated groups of v
Case of the Lame Labrador Dr. Jenifer Chatfield and Dr. Jason Chatfield discuss a case involving a lame 9 year old Labrador retriever. They are joined by veterinary surgeon, Dr. Philippa Pavia, who talks about osteoarthritis and explains it all from a specialist point of view, from diagnosis and treatment to prevention.
This show is brought to you by Elanco Animal Health, makers of Synovi G4 Soft Chews for Dogs.
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“This program 20-806608. is approved by the AAVSB RACE to offer a total of .25 CE Credits, with a maximum of .25 CE Credits being available to any individual veterinarian or veterinary technician/technologist. This RACE approval is for the subject matter categories of non medical using the delivery method of anytime/ distance learning.This approval is valid in jurisdictions which recognize AAVSB RACE; however, participants are responsible for ascertaining each board’s CE requirements. This program is also approved in the State of New York for .25 CE Credits. Expiration Date: 02/211/2023
A 9 year old Labrador retriever comes in to the clinic with a history of lameness. It is up to Dr. Jenifer Chatfield and Dr. Jason Chatfield to solve the mystery.
Special guest, veterinary surgeon, Dr. Philippa Pavia, talks about osteoarthritis and explains it all from a specialist point of view, from diagnosis and treatment to prevention.
WATCH now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DvPC_abb8Dk
This show is brought to you by Elanco Animal Health, makers of Synovi G4 Soft Chews for Dogs.
Case of the Lame Labrador Dr. Jenifer Chatfield and Dr. Jason Chatfield discuss a case involving a lame 9 year old Labrador retriever. They are joined by vet...
"For rufous hummingbirds, migration looks different depending on age and sex https://www.myvetcandy.com/newsblog/2020/7/28/for-rufous-hummingbirds-migration-looks-different-depending-on-age-and-sex
Plucky, beautiful and declining in numbers at about a 2% annual rate, the rufous hummingbird makes its long annual migration in different timing and route patterns based the birds' age and sex, new research by Oregon State University shows. The findings, published in the journal Avian Con
"Zero waste decoration ideas https://www.myvetcandy.com/livingblog/2020/8/28/zero-waste-fall-decor-ideas
How we are treating the environment has become a topic of huge concern for the majority of the world. Decorating itself can seem frivalous when you know that all those fake fall leaf garlands, wreathes, and plastic goards that will have to be stored or thrown away when the season is over.
"Artificial Intelligence to identify individual birds of a same species https://www.myvetcandy.com/newsblog/2020/7/27/artificial-intelligence-to-identify-individual-birds-of-a-same-species
Humans have a hard time identifying individual birds just by looking at the patterns on their plumage. An international study involving scientists form the CNRS, Université de Montpellier* and the University of Porto in Portugal, among others, has shown how computers can learn to differentiate indi...
"Why you need to get a bike https://www.myvetcandy.com/livingblog/2021/2/9/why-you-need-to-get-a-bike
If you don't already have a bike, you might be on the fence about using one as a major source of transportation. After all, most countries are built with cars in mind, so why pedal when you could let a car do the work for you? Here are 3 great reasons why. It's Free Transportation You'll never hav
"How children give voice to gender stereotyped job roles https://www.myvetcandy.com/newsblog/2020/7/27/how-children-give-voice-to-gender-stereotyped-job-roles
Children, and especially boys, show stronger stereotyping about masculine and feminine jobs than previously suspected, an innovative study by the University of Sussex reveals. New research reveals the extent to which girls exaggerated their gendered voices to imitate workers in different profession
"Livestock workers, including food animal veterinarians, face high MRSA risk https://www.myvetcandy.com/clinicalupdblog/2021/2/8/livestock-workers-including-food-animal-veterinarians-face-high-mrsa-risk
or Michigan State University's Felicia Wu, the surprise isn't that people who work with livestock are at higher risk of picking up antibiotic-resistant bacteria, but instead how much higher their risk levels are. "This is a bit of a wakeup call," said Wu, John. A Hannah Distinguished Pro
"New holographic super camera allows for diagnosing corneal disease easier https://www.myvetcandy.com/newsblog/2020/7/24/new-holographic-super-camera-allows-for-diagnosing-corneal-disease-easier
If the eyes are the mirror of the soul, then thanks to the translucent corneas, we can look deep into that soul. And thanks to the work of scientists from the IPC PAS we can look into the depths of the cornea itself. And that without touching it! All thanks to the introduction of an innovative metho
If you aren't working with a recruiter, you could be missing out! The US Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that veterinary occupations will add 51,700 new jobs to the economy and will grow at a rate of 19% over the 2016–26 decade—almost three times faster than the 7% average for all occupations.
So, how can you find your dream job and make smart choices without stressing yourself out? Choose a great recruiter!
Here’s a list of the top five reasons to work with a recruiter, courtesy of Gwen Lowder-Delavar, of Vetprocentral, a free veterinary recruiting service for job seekers that helps match veterinary professionals with their ideal jobs.
Read more:
https://www.myvetcandy.com/careerblog/2021/2/8/if-you-arent-working-with-a-recruiter-you-could-be-missing-out
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The US Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that veterinary occupations will add 51,700 new jobs to the economy and will grow at a rate of 19% over the 2016–26 decade—almost three times faster than the 7% average for all occupations. 1 Right now, there are more than 7,5
"Light pollution keeps magpies and pigeons tossing and turning https://www.myvetcandy.com/newsblog/2020/7/23/light-pollution-keeps-magpies-and-pigeons-tossing-and-turning
Researchers are urging city-dwellers to switch off their garden lights at night-time after a study of magpies and pigeons revealed the harmful impact artificial light is having on the birds' sleep patterns. The study by La Trobe University and University of Melbourne, published today in C
"Americans are consuming less sugar but more nonnutritive sweeteners https://www.myvetcandy.com/livingblog/2020/7/29/americans-are-consuming-less-sugar-but-more-nonnutritive-sweeteners
A new study in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics , published by Elsevier, found that between 2002 and 2018 purchases by US households of foods and beverages containing caloric sweetener (CS, i.e., sugar) declined while purchases of products contain
"Pandemic life for married couples can lead to sadness, anger https://www.myvetcandy.com/livingblog/2021/2/6/pandemic-life-for-married-couples-can-lead-to-sadness-anger
Maybe space is tight in your home and you share a remote office with your spouse. Or your partner asks you to step away from work to watch the children because they have an important call to jump on. Then you may wonder, 'Well, what makes his/her job more important than mine!' There have been no s
"Plastic flow into ocean expected to triple by 2040, action could stem tide more than 80% https://www.myvetcandy.com/newsblog/2020/7/23/plastic-flow-into-ocean-expected-to-triple-by-2040-action-could-stem-tide-more-than-80
A new analysis by The Pew Charitable Trusts and SYSTEMIQ finds that without immediate and sustained action, the annual flow of plastic into the ocean could nearly triple by 2040. But the study also identifies solutions that could cut this volume by more than 80 per cent using technologies that are a
"Explaining to your child why behavior is wrong may not always work https://www.myvetcandy.com/livingblog/2021/2/5/explaining-to-your-child-why-behavior-is-wrong-may-not-always-work
Parents know the scenario all too well: their child misbehaves and it comes time for discipline. Research conducted globally shows that spanking is not the best option. But verbal reasoning, which explains why the behavior is wrong, may not always have the intended positive effect if the parent is
"Study suggests cat owners should increase the duration of flea and tick treatment https://www.myvetcandy.com/clinicalupdblog/2021/1/29/study-suggests-cat-owners-should-increase-the-duration-of-flea-and-tick-treatment
Flea and tick control is a crucial component in preventive care and companion animal practice. A retrospective study of owners purchasing feline flea and tick products was conducted and compared them based on the annual doses purchased by cat owners. Records were analyzed from a commercial databas
"The genetic basis of bats' superpowers revealed https://www.myvetcandy.com/newsblog/2020/7/23/the-genetic-basis-of-bats-superpowers-revealed
For the first time, the raw genetic material that codes for bats' unique adaptations and superpowers such as the ability to fly, to use sound to move effortlessly in complete darkness, to survive and tolerate deadly diseases, to resist ageing and cancer - has been fully revealed. Bat1K (Bat1K.com),
"Potential preterm births in high risk women predicted to 73% accuracy, by new technique https://www.myvetcandy.com/livingblog/2020/7/29/potential-preterm-births-in-high-risk-women-predicted-to-73-accuracy-by-new-technique
A new technique that can spot a potential preterm birth in asymptomatic high-risk women, with up to 73% accuracy months before delivery, has been developed by scientists at the University of Warwick. Utilising cutting-edge volatile organic compound analysis technology, designed to characterise airb
"Lone Star ticks in Illinois can carry, transmit Heartland virus https://www.myvetcandy.com/newsblog/2020/7/23/lone-star-ticks-in-illinois-can-carry-transmit-heartland-virus
Researchers have confirmed that Heartland virus, an emerging pathogen with potentially dire consequences for those infected, is present in Lone Star ticks in two Illinois counties hundreds of miles apart. Lone Star ticks were first detected in Illinois in 1999, but had not been found to be infected
Refresh your surgery skills with Vet Candy Operation. The show features a quiz competition in which contestants are presented with general knowledge clues about suture materials, suture patterns, and more.
The gamefication program is taught by veterinary surgeon Dr. Courtney Campbell and features twin veterinarians, Dr. Jenifer Chatfield and Dr. Jason Chatfield.
This program is RACE and NYS approved for continuing education and is brought to you by Ethicon Sutures
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Refresh your surgery skills with Vet Candy Operation. The show features a quiz competition in which contestants are presented with general knowledge clues a...
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This month we are introducing you to America’s sweetheart, Tatiana Rogers.
Raised by a single mother and her grandparents and living in a low-income, minority neighborhood of South Central Los Angeles, she attended school in a predominately white area in Santa Monica.
At school, she felt like an outsider and was ashamed of her heritage. She tried to conceal who she was so she could fit in with other students. She didn’t want anyone to know that she spoke Spanish, and she straightened her naturally curly hair.
As she matured, she realized the mistake she was making and vowed to never again be ashamed of who she was.
We all have plenty to learn from Tatiana. We hope her story inspires you to dream big and never let anyone stop you from being your beautiful self.
PS. Other stories inside include dating with your dog, making delicious Valentine's Day treats from Caitlin Kiarie, RDN, plus a fun DIY project with Renee Machel
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"Rumen additive and controlled energy benefit dairy cows during dry period https://www.myvetcandy.com/clinicalupdblog/2021/2/3/rumen-additive-and-controlled-energy-benefit-dairy-cows-during-dry-period
Getting nutrition right during a dairy cow's dry period can make a big difference to her health and the health of her calf. But it's also a key contributor to her milk yield after calving. New research from the University of Illinois shows diets containing consistent energy levels and the rumen-boos
"Hot or cold, venomous vipers still quick to strike https://www.myvetcandy.com/newsblog/2020/7/23/hot-or-cold-venomous-vipers-still-quick-to-strike
Most reptiles move slower when temperatures drop, but venomous rattlesnakes appear to be an exception. The cold affects them, but not as much as scientists expected. "Many reptiles and other animals that rely on external sources of heat have muscles that don't contract as well when temperature
"Maternal depression increases odds of depression in offspring, study shows https://www.myvetcandy.com/livingblog/2020/7/28/maternal-depression-increases-odds-of-depression-in-offspring-study-shows
Depression in mothers during and after pregnancy increased the odds of depression in offspring during adolescence and adulthood by 70%, according to a new study by researchers at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth). The systematic review was recently published in&
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On this episode of Vet Candy Pop, Dr. Jenifer Chatfield, Dr. Courtney Campbell, and Dr. Jason Chatfield, talk all about Work-Life Balance. Special guest, Dr. Lindy O’Neal tells us how she balances life as a busy mom with her life running two veterinary practices. This show is brought to you by Elanco Animal Health, makers of Ultra Duramune vaccines. **************************************************************** This show is RACE approved for vets and vet techs. See first commens for details and quiz!
🎃🎃🎃🎃 Contest Alert 🎃🎃🎃🎃 Halloween is sweeter with Vet Candy. To celebrate, we are hosting a Scary Selfie contest with @petliferadio Show us your Scary Selfie and enter to win a $100 Visa giftcard.☠️💀☠️💀☠️ Rules: check out the link in our bio! Good luck!! 🍀☘️☘️☘️☘️☘️ #repost #veterinarynurse #veterinarysurgeon #veterinarylife #vetmedworld #vetlove #vetsofinstagram #vetmedicine #vetmedlife #veterinarymedicine #vetnurse #veterinarytechnician #medvet #medvetlife #veterinaryclinic #vetstudent #vetschool #futuredoctor #womeninmedicine #vet-tech #veterinarian #veterinarytechnician #medicinaveterinaria #medicinaveterinaria #veterinary #veterinaria #studentdogtor
September 15 to October 15 is National Hispanic American Heritage Month National Hispanic Heritage Month traditionally honors the cultures and contributions of both Hispanic and Latino Americans as we celebrate heritage rooted in all Latin American countries. During this month and throughout the year, Vet Candy celebrates the accomplishments Hispanic and Latino veterinary professionals around the world. The storybook tells the story of a veterinarian’s journey from childhood to motherhood and her pursuit of becoming a veterinarian. The bilingual storybook is read in Spanish by Miami veterinarian, Dr. Marta Sanchez-Emden. The children’s book is dedicated to Dr. Marta Sanchez-Emden, who herself is a mother of two boys and owner of Animal Health and Rehab Center in Miami. Dr. Marta says that the book is helpful for parents teaching their children about different career paths. Dr. Marta, who is of Hispanic descent, notes that the book “is also meant to show children from all backgrounds and cultures that veterinary sciences are available to them also.” Dr. Marta’s first child was born in her second year of veterinary school, and completing vet school is something that Dr. Marta still remembers as a “challenging but rewarding time.” According to her, the book “I was Born to be a Veterinarian” brought back memories of why she became a vet, as well as the difficulty, and joy, of being a parent while in school. #hispanicheritagemonth #storiesforkids #veterinary #veterinario
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💜🌈Time to give back 🌈💜 Want to give back to your veterinary community? Try mentoring a student. Newly launched Pawsibilities Vet Med is a nonprofit organization that aims to improve the recruitment and retention of underrepresented groups into the veterinary profession. Pawsibilities is a web and mobile platform designed to connect individuals from underrepresented backgrounds interested in the veterinary profession to both opportunities available and to potential mentors and advisors within the field. Pawsibility Vet Med aims to increase diversity based on disability status, ethnicity, gender, non-traditional path, race, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, religion, and veteran status. #vet #veterinarymedicine #veterinary #veterinarytechnician #veterinarylife #mentorship #diversity #diversityandinclusion
This generation will be the last generation that has to be afraid of rabies. Mission Rabies is one of the amazing groups that plan to eradicate rabies from the planet! #worldrabiesday #rabies #veterinarymedicine #vetmed #vetschool #vetstudent
🌈Dream Job🌈 Dr. Sheridan Lathe, known more by the moniker “Dr. Sheddy” is a native of Queensland, Australia and a graduate of James Cook University. Following graduation, she worked as a small animal #veterinarian in rural Queensland and later as a wildlife veterinarian in South Australia where she picked up some unusual skills, including how to detect sexually transmitted disease in koalas, fix fractured turtle shells and how to navigate the world of wildlife rehabilitation and release. Her life took a turn when she got her dream job, working in China to rescue Asiatic Black Bears from the cruel bear bile trade. A few years later, she found herself married to a man who was keen on sailing and she soon grew to love life on a boat. Although the marriage didn’t work out, sailing did, and sailing grew into a passion that shaped her future. As luck would have it, she purchased the “Chuffed” -a 37ft Aluminium Hull sail boat that was built in 1990. Aboard Chuffed, Dr. Sheddy sails around the world, and is lucky enough to combine her many passions of travel, surfing, sailing and animal care into an amazing adventure that she hopes can help inspire people and change the world one community at a time. Through her non-profit, Vet Tails that she founded in 2017, she sails to areas in need and offers free veterinary care and education to the communities and animals that need it most. Read more by clicking on the link in our bio
A recent study surveyed 1061 U.S CBD consumers about their experience of using CBD on their pets. 🐶🐕🐩🐈 Highlights of the study include: • Before using CBD on their pets, 61% of the participants were worried about its safety. However, after using it, 40% of them were no longer concerned about that. • 92% often read the labels on CBD products before purchasing CBD for their pets. Among them: ◦ 19% of the participants are not sure if they understand the information labeled on #CBD products ◦ 59% of the respondents believe they have a fair understanding of the information labeled on CBD products • 9 out of 10 participants would recommend CBD for pets to others.
Hosted by Dr. Courtney Campbell and twin vets, Dr. Jenifer and Dr. Jason Chatfield, Vet Candy Pop features commentary, interviews, and lifestyle segments. The show is a high energy talk-show that delivers fun, insightful, and relatable conversations centered around the biggest veterinary news today. In this show, the veterinary trio covers all things coughing- from causes of canine cough, to diagnostics and prevention. This show is brought to you by Merck Animal Health, makers of Nobivac Vaccines, with a message to Pair UP for protection. Special guest Dr. Ernie Ward, America's Pet Advocate - joins in on the fun with the vinegar shot challenge. 📺Subscribe to our channel tiny.cc/px9bnz Sign up for our free weekly newsletter at https://www.myvetcandy.com Follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/myvetcandy Follow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/myvetcandy Follow us on Twitter at https://www.twitter.com/myvetcandy Learn more about how to Pair UP for Protection, visit https://www.merck-animal-health-usa.c... Learn more about Dr. Ernie Ward, visit https://www.drernieward.com CONTINUING EDUCATION INFORMATION BELOW: Vet Candy POP Canine Cough Program Number: 1487-44097 “This program 1487-44097 is approved by the AAVSB RACE to offer a total of .25 CE Credits, with a maximum of .25 CE Credits being available to any individual veterinarian or veterinary technician/technologist. This RACE approval is for the subject matter categories of medical and non medical using the delivery method of lecture/seminar .This approval is valid in jurisdictions which recognize AAVSB RACE; however, participants are responsible for ascertaining each board’s CE requirements. This program is also approved in the State of New York for .25 CE Credits. Expiration Date: 9/14/2022 TAKE THE Quiz for CE credit: https://www.classmarker.com/online-test/start/?quiz=trv5f6a5756072fa
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On this show, Dr Courtney Campbell covers ways to keep your team safe from leptospirosis, better ways to induce vomiting in cats, and the science behind pet adoption. The Derm Vet, Dr. Ashley Bourgeois drops by to give advice on making your family first and balancing your work with your home life. Check out this information-packed show where veterinary professionals can watch scientific news, clinical updates, and lifestyle advice. This show is sponsored by Elanco Animal Health, makers of Ultra Duramune vaccines. 📺Subscribe to our channel tiny.cc/px9bnz Sign up for our free weekly newsletter at https://www.myvetcandy.com Follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/myvetcandy Follow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/myvetcandy Follow us on Twitter at https://www.twitter.com/myvetcandy Follow Dr. Ashley @thedermvet Learn more about Dr. Ashley at thedermvet.com
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A cloned Texas horse named Kurt, born with genetic material from another horse that was cryopreserved for 40 years, has the potential to save what is thought to be the last truly wild breed, the Przewalski’s horse. Only around 2,000 of this species remains on the planet. On Aug. 6, 2020, the world’s first successfully cloned Przewalski’s horse was born in Texas at the veterinary facility, Timber Creek Veterinary with help from veterinarian, Gregg Veneklasen #endangeredspecies #conservation #sciencenews #cloning #vetlife #vetlife #vetmed #veterinarymedicine #veterinarian #vettech #vetschool #veterinary #veterinarytechnician #cats #veterinarian
Our favorite #twin #veterinarians on the cover of our favorite #veterinary #magazine Pet Vet Magazine. Read the coolest story about these two by clicking on the link in our bio #fridayvibes
🐈 Cat news! 🐈 Cat owners fall into five categories in terms of their attitudes to their pets' roaming and hunting, according to a new study. The study included 56 cat owners, some from rural parts of the UK (mostly in south-west England) and some from urban areas (Bristol and Manchester). The paper, published in the journal Frontiers in Ecology and the Environment, is entitled: "Diverse perspectives of cat owners indicate barriers to and opportunities for managing cat predation of wildlife." Alongside the detailed research survey, the researchers have created a simple quiz so cat owners can find out which category bests describes them. #cats #catsofinstagram #catlovers
In other news: we have Dr. Marta on our show!! On this episode, it is all about the ladies. Dr. Jenifer Chatfield speaks with Dr. Marta Sanchez-Emden, a Miami veterinarian, mom of two, and a world class fencer. The two talk about Dr. Marta’s incredible journey through vet school while pregnant, and how she overcame the odds to become a successful business owner and the face of Spanish pet care news. This show is sponsored by Elanco Animal Health, makers of Ultra Duramune, a more comfortable vaccine. #repost #veterinarynurse #veterinarysurgeon #veterinarylife #vetmedworld #vetlove #vetsofinstagram #vetmedicine #vetmedlife #veterinarymedicine #vetnurse #veterinarytechnician #medvet #medvetlife #veterinaryclinic #vetstudent #vetschool #futuredoctor #womeninmedicine #vet-tech #veterinarian #veterinarytechnician #medicinaveterinaria #medicinaveterinaria #veterinary #veterinaria #studentdogtor #womeninscience #ladyboss #womeninmedicine #workingmoms #fencing #fencer
Vet Candy is a first in category, innovative hub of content that helps makes vet life easier. Featuring clinical updates, scientific news, and expert tips, together with the latest lifestyle and health trends, the site functions as a comprehensive source for the busy veterinary professional.
Led by a group of diverse veterinary professionals, Vet Candy aims to become the top trusted source of veterinary information for the busy professional. Through well-researched content, inspirational profiles, together with the latest scientific news and trends, the site functions as a all-inclusive and informative lens into the world of veterinary medicine.
“As veterinary professionals, we can identify emerging trends early and change the way that our profession stays informed,” said Dr. Kathryn Primm, Vet Candy advisor, media personality, and owner of AAHA certified Applebrook Animal Hospital in Ooltewah, Tennessee, “The goal of Vet Candy is to make our busy lives easier. As a mother, wife, and hospital owner, I know how important this is.”
Courtney Campbell, DVM, says that Vet Candy’s unique approach to the often-overwhelming influx of news and media is refreshing. Dr. Campbell is a co-host on NatGeo Wild’s PetTalk and a veterinarian at VetSurg, in Ventura, California. Dr. Campbell hopes to help Vet Candy become the online destination for those seeking clinical and lifestyle news.
Veterinary professionals looking to stay on top of the latest scientific and clinical news may not have enough time or energy to keep up. “There are over one hundred thousand veterinary professionals in the United States,” says Julie Legred, CVT, former executive director of National Association of Veterinary Technicians of America and Vet Candy advisor, “recent studies, including the 2017 AVMA Wellness survey, have shown that most of these professionals are unhappy with their work life balance. At VetCandy, we hope to help veterinary professionals balance a career and their busy personal life.”
“As veterinary professionals, we have the opportunity to support our colleagues and help make their complicated lives easier,” says Dr. Marta Sanchez-Emden, Vet Candy contributor and owner of Animal Health and Rehab Center in Miami, Florida. Dr. Sanchez-Emden is also the resident veterinarian for Telemundo, a Miami-based Spanish television channel, and a world champion fencer.
Vet Candy provides a free subscription based weekly email featuring clinical updates, scientific news, and lifestyle tips. Content is also shared on Vet Candy’s social channels and through an app.
“Vet Candy focuses on an aspect the field that is often neglected: female professionals,” says renown infectious disease expert and Vet Candy advisor, Jenifer Chatfield, DVM,DACZM, “Veterinary medicine, which has for many years been a male-dominated profession, has experienced a significant increase in the number of women studying at veterinary colleges and practicing in all fields of the profession. “
“Women make up about 85% of vet students in the U.S.,” says Merrill Simpson, Vet Candy contributor and senior veterinary student at Colorado State University, “More than 60% of practicing small animal veterinarians are now female.” Simpson predicts that the veterinary field will become even more female-dominated over time.
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