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We built Vet Candy because veterinary medicine deserved more—more honesty, more connection, more representation, and more courage to challenge the status quo.

A Deadly Rabbit Virus Has Hit Two Minnesota Colonies 🐇⚠️A highly contagious rabbit disease is raising concern in norther...
02/10/2026

A Deadly Rabbit Virus Has Hit Two Minnesota Colonies 🐇⚠️

A highly contagious rabbit disease is raising concern in northern Minnesota after Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus type 2 (RHDV2) was confirmed in one domestic rabbit colony, while a second nearby colony is considered presumptively positive.

The two colonies are located less than a mile apart, and the outbreaks occurred within roughly a week of each other even though the owners reported no direct contact between their animals or visits to each other’s farms.

The situation is a powerful reminder that infectious diseases can spread in unexpected ways, making biosecurity, vaccination, and early awareness especially important for rabbit owners and those working with rabbit populations.

🐇 For rabbit owners, prevention can make all the difference.

👉 What happened, how could the virus have spread, and what precautions should rabbit owners take? Read the full story on Vet Candy for the latest details and expert guidance.

Follow Vet Candy for important veterinary news, emerging disease updates, and stories that matter to animal health professionals.

From Veterinary Medicine to the Human Brain: A $3 Million Research Breakthrough 🧠🔬What happens when veterinary science t...
29/09/2026

From Veterinary Medicine to the Human Brain: A $3 Million Research Breakthrough 🧠🔬

What happens when veterinary science tackles one of the most challenging diseases in human medicine?

At Colorado State University, a research team within the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences is taking on a rare variant of Parkinson’s disease associated with dementia.

The National Institutes of Health has awarded $3 million to Dr. Amanda Woerman’s lab for five years of research aimed at understanding how this distinctive form of Parkinson’s disease spreads through the nervous system and ultimately, how that process could be stopped.

The research is a powerful reminder that veterinary medicine extends far beyond clinical care.

Discoveries made through comparative and biomedical research can help deepen our understanding of complex diseases across species and potentially open new paths toward treatments.

🧠 From the veterinary college to the human brain, this research could have implications far beyond the lab.

👉 Want to know what researchers discovered and what they hope to uncover next? Read the full story on Vet Candy for an inside look at the $3 million research effort and the science behind it.

Follow Vet Candy for more groundbreaking stories at the intersection of veterinary medicine, science, and human health.

Two Cats. One Rare Genetic Disorder. A First in Feline Medicine. 🐱🔬Gary and Shaggy, two cat brothers with unusually long...
27/09/2026

Two Cats. One Rare Genetic Disorder. A First in Feline Medicine. 🐱🔬

Gary and Shaggy, two cat brothers with unusually long legs, have helped Cornell researchers document what is believed to be the first known case of Marfan syndrome in a cat.

What initially appeared to be an unusual physical trait led veterinarians to investigate further. Eye examinations revealed structural abnormalities, while imaging showed an enlarged aorta findings that together pointed toward Marfan syndrome, a rare inherited connective tissue disorder that is well recognized in humans but had never previously been documented in cats.

This remarkable case highlights how careful observation, advanced diagnostics, and a thorough veterinary workup can turn an unusual clinical finding into an important medical discovery. It may also provide researchers with a new opportunity to better understand connective tissue disorders across species.

🐾 Gary and Shaggy didn’t just look different they helped open a new chapter in feline medicine.

Read the full story on Vet Candy to discover how these two brothers made feline medical history.

Veterinary Care, Now Just a Virtual Visit Away 🐾📱Access to veterinary care is becoming more convenient as Nationwide exp...
25/09/2026

Veterinary Care, Now Just a Virtual Visit Away 🐾📱
Access to veterinary care is becoming more convenient as Nationwide expands its pet telemedicine program in partnership with FirstVet.

Nearly half of Nationwide pet insurance policyholders are now eligible in participating states to connect virtually with a licensed veterinarian for evaluation, diagnosis of certain conditions, and prescription treatment when appropriate.

Through the VetHelpline® App, eligible pet parents can schedule virtual consultations for concerns such as skin allergies, minor digestive issues, and certain behavioral problems while also getting guidance on whether their pet needs home monitoring, a routine veterinary visit, or more urgent care.

The expanded service builds on Nationwide’s complimentary teletriage program, which has supported policyholders since 2015. Importantly, telemedicine is designed to complement not replace ongoing care from a pet’s primary veterinarian.

Currently, telemedicine is available to eligible policyholders in Arizona, California, Florida, Idaho, Washington, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, and Washington, D.C., while teletriage remains available to all Nationwide policyholders.

📲 Could virtual veterinary care change how pet parents access care?

Read the full story on Vet Candy for what this expansion means for pet families and the future of accessible veterinary medicine.

Hey vets! 🩺🍬We just launched Vet School After Dark, a podcast hosted by five veterinary students from Rowan, Cornell, Pu...
25/09/2026

Hey vets! 🩺🍬

We just launched Vet School After Dark, a podcast hosted by five veterinary students from Rowan, Cornell, Purdue, Colorado State, and Ohio State!

Our next episode is an Ask Me Anything (AMA), and we want to hear from YOU!

What do you really want to know about vet school? Admissions, applications, interviews, surviving your first year, managing stress, making friends, or what life is actually like once you get in?

No sugarcoating, no rehearsed answers. Just five vet students sharing their real experiences, the good, the bad, and everything they wish someone had told them before starting vet school.

👇 Drop your questions in the comments! Nothing is too random, awkward, or embarrassing. We might even feature your question in the episode!

What Happens When the World’s Pollinators Begin to Disappear? 🐝From wild bees and butterflies to beetles and flies, inse...
23/09/2026

What Happens When the World’s Pollinators Begin to Disappear? 🐝

From wild bees and butterflies to beetles and flies, insect pollinators play a vital role in sustaining biodiversity, food production, and ecosystem health.

But as their populations face growing threats from habitat loss, climate change, disease, and insecticide exposure, protecting these essential species has become an increasingly urgent One Health concern.

On October 28, Cornell’s K. Lisa Yang Center for Wildlife Health will host a free One Health Around the World webinar featuring Drs. Melissa Guzman, Wendy Leuenberger, and Robin Radcliffe. The experts will explore the causes and consequences of pollinator decline, its impact on wildlife, people, and the environment, and the conservation strategies that could help protect these vital species.

For veterinary professionals, researchers, students, and conservation advocates, this is an opportunity to discover how the health of even the smallest species can have far-reaching consequences for the entire planet.

📅 October 28 | 1:00–2:00 p.m. EDT
🎓 Free virtual webinar featuring expert insights and discussion.

🔗 Register now: https://ecornell.cornell.edu/keynotes/overview/K102826/

Read more on Vet Candy and discover why protecting pollinators is a shared responsibility for wildlife, environmental, and human health.

What happens when a pet needs help after the veterinary clinic closes? For millions of pet owners, access to timely guid...
22/09/2026

What happens when a pet needs help after the veterinary clinic closes? For millions of pet owners, access to timely guidance can make all the difference.

GuardianVets has surpassed 2.5 million after-hours veterinary cases, highlighting the growing need for 24/7 client support.

Through U.S.-based Credentialed Veterinary Technicians, the service helps practices triage urgent concerns, guide pet owners toward appropriate care, and schedule follow-up appointments.

With 34% of after-hours clinical calls resulting in appointments rather than emergency room visits, after-hours support can play a meaningful role in patient care while strengthening client trust and continuity.

As veterinary practices navigate staffing pressures and changing client needs, this milestone underscores an important reality: compassionate care and trusted guidance shouldn't end when the clinic doors close.

Read the full story on Vet Candy to discover how after-hours support is shaping the future of veterinary client care.

A $150 3D-Printed Device Is Bringing a New Perspective to Veterinary Education!Teaching large-animal intubation just got...
19/09/2026

A $150 3D-Printed Device Is Bringing a New Perspective to Veterinary Education!

Teaching large-animal intubation just got a whole lot more innovative. Auburn University’s College of Veterinary Medicine has teamed up with engineering students to develop a low-cost, 3D-printed laryngoscope that allows veterinary students to see the procedure in real time not just hear instructions from the sidelines.

What began as a $30 borescope camera hack evolved into a device featuring an adjustable camera, a real-time display, and a blade designed to accommodate animals of different sizes. Priced at approximately $150, this innovation is helping make hands-on learning more interactive, accessible, and engaging.

While traditional laryngoscopes remain an essential part of training, Auburn’s new design gives students a clearer view of the procedure, helping bridge the gap between observation and practical experience.

With plans to share the 3D-printing files, this teaching tool could eventually benefit veterinary schools and practitioners far beyond Auburn.

🔬 Discover how a simple idea is transforming large-animal training and opening new possibilities for veterinary education.

📖 Read the full story on myvetcandy.com

🐾 Could a distracted dog walk be affecting more than just your dog?A new study from the University of Surrey suggests th...
16/09/2026

🐾 Could a distracted dog walk be affecting more than just your dog?

A new study from the University of Surrey suggests that everyday distractions phones, headphones, conversations, or simply managing multiple dogs may cause walkers to miss moments that can have consequences for wildlife, livestock, and the environment.

Researchers observed 40 hours of dog walking across several outdoor sites and recorded instances of missed dog fouling, dogs entering sensitive habitats, disturbing birds, and approaching livestock.

Interestingly, the study found that most dog walkers were not deliberately being irresponsible. Instead, problems often occurred when attention was divided or when facilities didn’t match the way people actually walk their dogs.

The researchers also found that where bins and signs are placed matters. Waste was especially concentrated near car parks and busy paths, while seasonal signs explaining the vulnerability of ground-nesting birds attracted more attention than generic “keep dogs on leads” messages.

The takeaway? Responsible dog walking may be easier when the environment is designed to support it with well-placed bins, timely reminders, and safe spaces for off-lead exercise.

🐶🌿 Sometimes, protecting wildlife starts with simply paying attention.

📖 Read the full story on myvetcandy.com and discover what this research means for dogs, their owners, and the natural world.

What happens when a veterinarian takes the skills of the clinic and follows them far beyond it?Dr. Cliff Redford known a...
15/09/2026

What happens when a veterinarian takes the skills of the clinic and follows them far beyond it?

Dr. Cliff Redford known as the Worldwide Vet has built a career that reaches far beyond the typical veterinary practice. From treating a one-eyed crocodile in Jamaica and a monkey in India to helping animals in Ukraine during wartime, his work has taken him to some of the most unexpected places in the world.

Now, in his new memoir, Far and Wild, Redford shares the experiences, challenges, and emotional realities behind those extraordinary cases. The book explores not only the medicine, but also the exhaustion, heartbreak, humor, and human connections that come with working in animal welfare and veterinary medicine.

For veterinary professionals and students wondering how far their careers can take them, this memoir offers a fascinating look at a life where the veterinary license became a passport to places and patients most vets never encounter.

📚 Far and Wild is out September 15, 2026.

🐾 Five paws up from Vet Candy!

Read the full story and find out why this memoir is worth adding to your reading list.

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