Veterinary Blog

Even the most involved, vigilant, and responsible pet owners cannot control every possible circumstance related to a pet’s health and safety. The fact is that despite best intentions, pet emergencies simply come with the territory. The good news is that not all scenarios are perilous; however, the more prepared an owner is to handle essential pet first-aid techniques, the better the outcome. 

With each passing year, veterinary medicine becomes more and more advanced. Many of our clients at Curem Veterinary Care are familiar with (or have utilized) rehabilitation therapy for their dogs, but far fewer realize that our cat patients can benefit as well. Read on to learn how feline rehabilitation techniques are improving the lives of cats everywhere.

It’s easy to understand why so many households have pet cats. They’re clean and cuddly, inquisitive and intelligent. But, like any living creature, they have their not-so-well-behaved moments, too. If your cat scratches furniture, snarls at the dog, or insists that her favorite place to potty is right beside the litter box, take heart! If you’ve got cat behavior problems, our team at Curem Veterinary Care has cat behavior solutions.

Keep reading for cat behavior tips to help you and your fluffy feline restore harmony at home.

Curem Veterinary Clinic knows first-hand how scary pet emergencies can be. We want to give you tools to help your pet in the face of a major illness or accident by helping you with your pet emergency preparedness knowledge. Knowing what to do and when to do it can make all the difference.

Are you thinking about fostering rescued pets? This is a fantastic way to help pets in need, and a great option for people who cannot adopt pets or want to know what to expect before adopting a pet. Make sure your home and your heart are prepared to welcome a new furry friend with these helpful tips for providing homes for shelter animals. 

When you have pets, it is important to know exactly what’s in the garden or around the property. An innocent exploration in the backyard could lead to big trouble if your pet comes into contact with a toxic plant. Whether a pet likes to sniff, eat, or sleep on garden plants according to their whim, we’re here to help steer them towards a safer environment. 

Are those licks from your labrador and cuddles from your calico signs of pet affection or just an animal’s way of saying they’re out of food? We love our pets, and we’d like to think that they love us right back, but how can we be sure? To help pet families understand how pets express love, our team at Curem Veterinary Care has put together a quick primer on the love language of pets.

February is National Pet Dental Health Month, but you should make pet oral care a part of any pet’s wellness routine all year long.

At Curem Veterinary Care, we want pet families to understand the impact that dental hygiene for pets can have on an animal’s longevity and quality of life, so our team is here with a primer on the importance of pet dental health.

While it can be tempting (and easy!) to spoil an adorable household cat with tasty treats, we know that excess weight can be downright dangerous for our feline friends. One of the most loving things you can do as a pet owner is help maintain your kitty’s weight and fitness!

Here’s what you need to know about preventing cat obesity for your pet’s best health:

Regardless of how a pet passes, their family mourns the transition from life to death. This event raises questions about how to properly memorialize their best friend, in a way that honors their life and the powerful impact they had. A pet’s funeral or memorial can provide a place for grief to settle, and honors their legacy. Letting go of a pet is never easy, but environmentally friendly pet memorials can symbolize a pet’s zest for life, nature, and beauty.