Veterinary Blog

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. 

Our four-legged friends are more than just pets—they’re part of the family. As we increasingly turn to natural remedies for ourselves, why not extend the same care to our pets? At Curem Veterinary Care, we believe in a well-rounded approach to pet wellness that incorporates holistic pet care alongside traditional treatments. 

This blog post will explore some natural pet remedies and how they can be seamlessly integrated into your pet’s healthcare routine.

Furnishing toys and comfort items can keep a pet out of trouble, but there’s more to pet enrichment than simple distraction. Providing safe games or toys can improve a pet’s sense of control on their surroundings and circumstances. We’ve got some boredom-busting activities for dogs and cats to play with when their owners are temporarily away or busy. 

Now more than ever, shoppers are becoming conscious of the impact they make on the planet. That includes those of us who shop for pet products. Here at Curem Veterinary Care, we’ve rounded up a list of our favorite eco-friendly pet care brands to make sustainable pet care easy for you. 

Whether you’re ready to start your holiday shopping or you just want to splurge on new bedding for Fido, we’ve got you covered. 

Pet healthcare is a labor of love for all involved. Long hours, somewhat difficult working conditions, a lot of training, and sometimes less than commensurate wages make the veterinary field a less-than-attractive option for many. For those of us who love it, though, we wouldn’t have things any other way.

Help us at Curem Veterinary Care celebrate our veterinary team and learn what a day in the life of a veterinary technician looks like.