The Wandering Vet - Denise Cudiamat, DVM

06/29/2024

A few tips from your local FearFree certified housecall vet to prep for July 4th!
Reach out if your dog is freaked out!

06/24/2024

Firework Season has arrived!!
If your dog is fearful of the storms or fireworks, know that many solutions are available. Reach out (call or text) 708-627-3077 to arrange a Telemedicine consult to discuss options to help everyone have a more relaxed summer holiday!

06/10/2024

This week's wander is to a far off land, to attend to an important and delicate matter of epic feline proportions...😼😹
I’ll be back seeing patients starting Saturday June 22nd. Feel free to text at 708-627-3077 to arrange wellness or non-urgent care, or call your local vet ER if your pet needs urgent care.

05/11/2024

This week’s wander requires passports, my Mom, and a serendipitous aerial view of the Northern Lights!!
Heading on an adventure to honor my Mom this Mother’s Day ☘️💕

Please note that I will not be available for house calls until May 23rd. If your pet needs urgent medical attention, please contact your local traditional vet or ER hospital.

Happy Mother's Day to all the Moms!!

05/09/2024

It was BIG DOG Day for The Wandering Vet! Minimum 120 # to participate!! These 3 kiddos totaled 404 #.⚖️
These beastly angels are all too reactive and aggressive to go to a traditional vet's office. 😬With some calming premeds, muzzle training and tasty snacks everyone had a great visit!! Full physical exams and vaccines for all and I made a few friends👩🏼‍⚕️
P was a VERY GOOD boy until it was time for the scale 😆... when he flopped on the floor throwing a tantrum like a kid in the grocery store!! Mom and I got our workout picking up his 150 # self to correctly weigh him on the scale! 🐾💕

05/05/2024

Perspective...

04/29/2024

My time at FARM (Farm Animal Refresher for Missions) was educational and inspiring! So much fun to be with my tribe, Christian Vet Mission, and surprising to see that I still know how to operate a head gate on a cattle chute 🐮 and restrain a goat 🐐😆
Praying for the next opportunity to share God’s love in practical ways on the mission field.

04/25/2024

This week’s wandering is to rural Virginia for FARM (Farm Animal Refresher for Missions) training! So grateful for the opportunity to brush up on my large animal skills and be with my tribe, Christian Vet Mission! 🐮🐴🐐
My excitement makes the 3am wake up worth it! 😴🛩️
Prayers appreciated for safe travels and protection 🙏

03/31/2024

First House Call to Wisconsin to see this cutie!!
Now licensed for Vet Relief & House Call services in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan AND Wisconsin!

02/18/2024

I had the honor and privilege to present to developing Veterinary leaders this weekend at the Illinois State Veterinary Medical Association Power of 10 class! We had great discussions about Veterinary Entrepreneurship, Developing Resilience and Fear Free Practices.
These conversations are always a joy for me. We can share ideas and inspire one another to walk out our calling well! As a graduate of Power of 10, I know these classes propelled me forward in my career as well!

01/23/2024

When you forget your gym shoes but realize now you're equipped to entertain the clinic cats all day! 😻 These boots were made for playing 🥾

01/22/2024

My patients this week have been cartoon characters! So cute and sooo floofy!

01/21/2024

Our pets are always communicating with us!! In case you need to know how your cat feels about the thermostat.... Keep this handy reference! 🥶😻
Remember, just like with humans.... Very young, old, or immunocompromised pets may need extra warmth.... Or you'll find that old cranky cat on your face! (See photo in comments)

01/06/2024

Our Mission to Mana's was successful. All EIGHT pets checked out well! Trimmed precisely 100 nails!
🐕‍🦺🐕🐩🐕😺🦜🦜🦜
Heading back to our home territory!!

Dr. Denise will be providing housecall services in the South Chicago suburbs and Northwest Indiana soon. Call/text 708-627-3077 for more information or to schedule a visit! 📞🏠👩🏼‍⚕️

01/01/2024

The First and Farthest housecall of 2024 is underway!! We left before dawn, for the 9hr journey to Grandma's. Stay tuned to see HOW MANY PETS she has and the answer to the obvious question, how did Dr. Denise know she wanted to be a vet!?!
Happy New Year Everyone!
May you be blessed and protected wherever you wander!

12/15/2023

Some of the best parts of being a relief vet, are making new friends AND hanging out with old friends! I've known Skyline, the Blue and Gold Macaw, for almost 15 years. It was a pleasure to hang out with her on my lunch break today at Plum Creek Regional Animal Medical Center in Crete, IL.
I knew she loved reggae, so we had a dance party 💃🏼with some Bob Marley!! (Video in comments) 🎥🦜

12/10/2023

Inspiring story of a life and career well lived! She was one of the first "lady vets", blazing the trail for the rest of us. Blessed to trek this path and carry the torch forward!

🎥My Emmy award winning friend, Jordan Arseneau, was the photog for this beautiful story.

Located in Westville, Indiana, Bloom Animal Farm is run by trailblazing vet, Dr. Carol Bloom. She reflects on her 57-year career as a female vet.

11/28/2023

Today's episode of The Wandering Vet is brought to you by the sweetest Land Shark I've ever met. Meet, Shark, my desk buddy this afternoon at Sibley AH. When not walking on my keyboard or knocking my calculator on the floor, he's booping me for snuggles. It's a rough life for both of us. 😆

11/27/2023

This week, my wanderings are local! Come see me!🐾👩🏼‍⚕️💕
Tuesday - Sibley Animal Hospital (Calumet City, IL)
Friday - Plum Creek Animal (Crete, IL)

11/25/2023

Putting up the Christmas tree this weekend? 🎄 Here are a few tips that pet parents may find helpful! Learn more here: https://aercmn.com/christmas-tree-safety-for-pets/

11/23/2023

More helpful information.

The veterinary community does not have much information on this pathogen at this time.
Here are some tips to keep your pet safe.
Information provided by:
Veterinary Specialty Center

11/22/2023

Watch your dogs closely, especially if they have been social. Seek veterinary care if needed. Most dogs recover with a lingering cough, but some have developed pneumonia.

11/20/2023

Friendly reminder so we all aren't dealing with Doggy Diarrhea or Pancreatitis later this week! 🦃💩

11/08/2023

Inaugural Voyage of The Wandering Vet!!
I had the pleasure of practicing with the Amazing Team of Hometown Veterinary Clinic in Peoria, IL. Anne is a rockstar tech with great experience!
They shared their mobile practice with me in homes all over the Peoria area while by friend and classmate, Dr. Kim Springman, was able to enjoy a well deserved rest. 👩‍⚕️🐾💕

11/07/2023

When it’s the first day of your new career and your favorite mentor in the world calls, out of the blue - not knowing the significance of the day, just to chat and pray for you…that’s a wink from God.

It’s an “I see you”, “I got this”, and “Just in case you might consider doubting…I told him to call you to speak the truth.” I’m in for the ride of my life, and I know it 👩🏼‍⚕️🐾🙏🏼

11/03/2023

It's official!! 👩🏼‍⚕️🚙😎✈️
The Adventures of The Wandering Vet have begun!
Stay tuned as I highlight new locations, showcase adorable pets, and provide veterinary care in new communities - near and far - US and abroad!!

Grab your favorite road trip snacks, and come along for the ride 🚘

My travel roster is open and taking reservations for 2024!!

Vet friends, if your hospital needs relief support, reach out!! I'd love to help support your patients, clients and team while you take a breather. I'm available for Small Animal GP shifts.

Non-Vet friends, ask your local vet if they need a relief doctor and I'll come visit!!