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Dr. Kate Alucard, DVM, MPH
@kalucard.bsky.social
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🦇 The Vampire Veterinarian 🦇
🇵🇸🇨🇩 free them all 🇸🇩🇦🇲
🏳️‍⚧️ Nonbinary bisexual 🏳️‍🌈
🏥 VetMed & DEIA 🍉
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kalucard.bsky.social
I think I'm hilarious btw.

This is one of my special skills also (meme-ification of my presentations which in turn, increases engagement with sometimes more complicated topics).
A presentation title page cropped with the title "liver, liver, liver - a cross-disciplinary cat case of a ductal plate malformation"; to the right is a popular lizard meme screenshot in reference to a video where the lizard continues to hit a button that says "lizard" over and over again.
October 24, 2025 at 4:46 PM
kalucard.bsky.social
Dr. Mu'ath has been found💔

You can find more info about him on Sulala Animal Rescue's pages. Please help support his family: gofund.me/d8f73d9d7

@avmavets.bsky.social you continue to be cowards as #veterinary professionals are killed. Please... for #VetMed's future, SAY SOMETHING!

#FreePalestine
October 19, 2025 at 3:47 PM
kalucard.bsky.social
Republicans hate Gavin Newsom because he's a Democratic governor who has a decent social media intern & knows pop culture

I hate Gavin Newsom because he's an anti-homeless transphobe who said we should continue Charlie Kirk's work & is barely left of center

We are not the same
lgbtqnation.com LGBTQ Nation @lgbtqnation.com · Oct 14
Gov. Gavin Newsom signs pro-LGBTQ+ bills, but vetos “critical” trans medication bill - buff.ly/Gyb41bv
October 18, 2025 at 9:14 PM
kalucard.bsky.social
Since the whole US Gov't is now on BlueSky posting propaganda, we have to learn about the Hatch Act here too.

I don't think talking about this is going to stop these agencies, but I want you ALL to be aware how people in positions of power can try to control you by feeding you manipulative info.
October 18, 2025 at 11:33 AM
Reposted by Dr. Kate Alucard, DVM, MPH
eva.computer
white house has joined bluesky
click here to block all official us government accounts instantly

bsky.app/profile/did:...
October 17, 2025 at 10:08 PM
kalucard.bsky.social
Wisconsin Planned Parenthood announced they will pause abortion services starting October 1, 2025.

Even after overturning the 1849 ban, this is incredibly dangerous and people will be harmed and/or die from this.

www.wpr.org/news/medicai...

#Wisconsin #PlannedParenthood #Abortion #ProChoice
Faced with Medicaid cuts, Planned Parenthood to pause abortions in Wisconsin
Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin says it's working to schedule as many appointments as possible before it hits "pause" on abortions starting Oct. 1.
www.wpr.org
September 26, 2025 at 12:40 PM
kalucard.bsky.social
I'm writing cards again for National Vet Tech Week. But remember, celebration weeks don't replace the much-needed change we need in this profession.

I hope my cards bring you joy, and make you feel valued. It's just one piece of the puzzle to make this profession better 🖤

forms.gle/7ETDj96HgNqV...
A grey background with black floral flourish that reads " I want to send you a card for veterinary technician week / October 12 - October 18, 2025" (from left to right, top to bottom) 1) "I'm writing cards again for National Vet Tech Week. You can find the form in my bio on all my social media. / When I did this last, I sent over 100 handwritten cards to 50 states and three countries, so I can't wait to see how many I write. Feel free to share this so others will see it!" 2) "That being said, at my core I'm pretty anti-celebration weeks. / These weeks DO NOT: 1. Increase wages to be livable 2. Address tech utilization gaps 3. Resolve lack of title protection 4. Enact real meaningful change / so what actually celebrates vet techs??" 3) "cementing title protection into law celebrates veterinary technicians" 4) "joining your State's veterinary technician group celebrates veterinary technicians" (from left to right, top to bottom) 1. "Task delegation, tech utilization and giving staff autonomy celebrates veterinary technicians" 2. "Doctors listening to and incorporating the feedback from your staff celebrates Veterinary technicians" 3. "Financially supporting them going to school to become credentialed celebrates veterinary technicians" 4. "Paying your staff a living wage celebrates Veterinary technicians" "Along with doing the mentioned things, I hope my cards bring you joy and make you feel valued. It's just one piece of the puzzle to make this profession better. With so much love for all y'all, Kate"
September 26, 2025 at 3:08 AM
kalucard.bsky.social
Apparently I needed to post this here while vetmed professionals attack one another for not grieving a neoNazi. Unbelievable

Didnt know ppl were proud to defend someone who called the Civil Rights Act a mistake & queer people like me a disease. But vet med rarely surprises me.

#CharlieKirk #VetMed
A grey background with a floral black border with black calligraphy that reads "Neo-Nazis who are racist, homophobic, Antisemitic, misogynistic assholes don't need to be grieved" Below is the logo for dr. kate alucard with the T in "Kate" being the vampire ankh.
September 13, 2025 at 1:58 PM
Reposted by Dr. Kate Alucard, DVM, MPH
nildesperandumvt.bsky.social
Um, by the way,
There was ANOTHER school shooting today:

3 teens in critical condition after shooting at Evergreen High School - The Colorado Sun share.google/rUd0P6ZEwf4v...
3 teens in critical condition after shooting at Evergreen High School
“We think they’re all students. We don’t know the condition of any of them,” said a spokesperson for Jefferson County Sheriff's Office
share.google
September 10, 2025 at 8:57 PM
kalucard.bsky.social
I'll be attending IVECCS next week for the first time! See you soon San Diego ☀️ #Veterinarian #VetMed #Veterinary #VeterinaryMedicine #IVECCS2025
A photo of Kate in front of an IVECCS background for the conference in San Diego. The background is blue and yellow with the city and seals on a cartoon drawn beach. The text says "IVECCS 2025" and "San Diego/ San Diego convention center/ Sept 4-8, 2025"
August 27, 2025 at 1:26 AM
kalucard.bsky.social
Today (7/24/25) Trump signed an EO directing states to criminalize and institutionalize people experiencing homelessness, addiction, and mental health issues.

Not enough people are talking about this.

The time to speak up was eons ago. The second best time is now.

Don't let fascism win.

#FDT
July 25, 2025 at 3:31 AM
kalucard.bsky.social
Other healthcare professionals in the Senate + House that voted for the #OBBB, gutting Medicaid for 17M people.

Senate:
• John Boozman

House:
• Paul Gosar
• Buddy Carter
• Mike Simpson
• Glenn Thompson
• Diana Harshbarger
• Brian Babin
• Sheri Biggs
• Jen Kiggans

Vote them out starting 2026 🗳️🇺🇸
July 24, 2025 at 3:04 AM
kalucard.bsky.social
Physicians in Congress that voted for the #OBBB gutting Medicaid for 17M people

FL Neal Dunn
GA Rich McCormick
IA Mariannette Miller-Meeks
MD Andy Harris
MO Bob Onder
NC Greg Murphy
PA John Joyce
TN Scott DesJarlais
TX Ronny Jackson
UT Mike Kennedy

TN Mark Green (resigned)

Vote 'em out 11/3/26 🗳️🇺🇸
July 17, 2025 at 8:05 PM
kalucard.bsky.social
Physicians in the Senate that voted for the #OBBB or otherwise supported gutting Medicaid for 17M people.

Roger Marshall (KS)
Bill Cassidy (LA)
John Barasso (WY)
Rand Paul (KY)

Vote them out 🗳️🇺🇸

#Senate #OneBigBeautifulBill #Healthcare #Medicaid #OBBB #Kansas #Kentucky #Louisiana #Wyoming #Doctor
July 17, 2025 at 7:58 PM
kalucard.bsky.social
Save the date for this talk by Northwest Immigrants Rights Project, hosted by the MCVMA and the Association of AAVMP title Caring for Each Other: What to do if ICE comes to your vet clinic.

Tuesday, July 29th, 2025, 5PM PT/8PM ET

us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

#AbolishICE #FuckICE #ACAB
July 2, 2025 at 1:20 PM
kalucard.bsky.social
TONIGHT IS THE NIGHT - June 13!

Email the AVMA COE to let them know you oppose the changes to the Standards of Accreditation that strip all DEIA related language from the Standards.

Email Template and instructions below:
docs.google.com/document/d/1...
June 14, 2025 at 3:26 AM
kalucard.bsky.social
In case you want to support a small pet biz for Pride month, check out Bougie Dogwear & their pet accessories!

After Barkbox's goofy stunt, I am happy to share small businesses that are excited to celebrate Pride with us 🌈🐾

www.bougiedogwear.com

#PetAccessories #AnimalLovers #Pride #Pets
Handmade Pet Accessories at Bougie Dogwear
Discover handmade pet accessories at Bougie Dogwear! Shop stylish collars, festive bandanas, and elegant bow ties for your furry friend today!
www.bougiedogwear.com
June 11, 2025 at 6:42 PM
kalucard.bsky.social
I made an email template for anyone interested.

Due: June 13
Email to send it to: [email protected]
⚠️ Must use the following subject line: "COE Standards revisions - Public Comments"

Feel free to comment or give feedback if it needs to be tweaked!

docs.google.com/document/d/1...
June 6, 2025 at 5:07 AM
kalucard.bsky.social
🚨𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗧𝗢 𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡🚨

1/5 🧵 (repost due to error)

The AVMA Council on Education has told vet schools that they don't have to report or comply with Standards of Accreditation related to DEI or accessibility

#Veterinarian #VetMed #Veterinary #VetStudent #VetSchool #VeterinaryLife #VeterinaryMedicine
June 3, 2025 at 6:46 AM
kalucard.bsky.social
It's 2025. If you're a veterinary content creator still making owner-bashing engagement bait, your content is lazy and unprofessional, and I think you need some training on empathy and compassion.

#Veterinarian #VetMed #Veterinary #VetTech #VetStudent #VetSchool #VeterinaryLife #VeterinaryMedicine
June 1, 2025 at 1:29 AM
kalucard.bsky.social
Being surprised by Democrats betraying marginalized communities is somewhat naive. It's textbook at this point. Many are sliding down the alt-right pipeline at full speed. Gallego is no different.

I doubt he could name 5 trans athletes if he tried.

#TransRights
Gallego says concerns about trans athletes are ‘legitimate’
The Arizona senator is the most recent prominent Democrat to say trans athletes should be restricted from competing in some way.
www.politico.com
May 31, 2025 at 4:30 AM
kalucard.bsky.social
Veterinary medicine, human healthcare, and all allied health professionals, you’re gonna want to buckle up. This 'Big Beautiful' BS budget could affect higher education and professional programs forever.

Please read & share!

#VeterinaryMedicine #VetMed #VetTech

open.substack.com/pub/kalucard...
May 28, 2025 at 5:52 AM
kalucard.bsky.social
Stephen King's racist joke, & then doubling down saying "if you don't think it's funny, you should go to the dr to get checked out"... is bad

The ppl (esp white ppl) defending King and his racist joke are also bad

It's 2025. Dont be racist & dont defend racism. It's that simple

#StephenKing
May 11, 2025 at 2:26 PM
kalucard.bsky.social
Maybe the Nahtzee who made a truck that's had 8 recalls since late 2023 shouldn't be giving an entire country a lecture on efficiency.

www.forbes.com/sites/peterl...

#Cybertruck #Tesla #ElonMusk
Tesla Recalls Nearly Every Cybertruck Due To Potential Crash Risk
The NHTSA’s recall, which covers more than 46,000 Cybertrucks, warned that an exterior panel can detach while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
www.forbes.com
March 25, 2025 at 4:35 AM
kalucard.bsky.social
My best friend Nic had a horrific fall this past week and is still recovering from major emergency surgery after fracturing her jaw. She is in need of support and can use all the help she can get.

Please donate if you can and consider sharing her campaign ❤️

gofund.me/02907456

#MutualAid #Support
Donate to Support Nic's Recovery from POTS Fall, organized by Lexy Harris
Hi, I’m Lexy and my roommate Nic slipped and fell in our house on Monday night, Febr… Lexy Harris needs your support for Support Nic's Recovery from POTS Fall
gofund.me
February 22, 2025 at 2:03 AM