Why do dogs eat poop? It’s a pretty disgusting behavior, especially when your dog then wants to give you kisses or breathe in your face. To help dog parents understand and address poop eating, integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby explains the reasons dogs eat poop and twelve things you can do to discourage (or stop) this behavior.
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Searching for a trusted resource on senior dog care, dog wellness, and dog health issues? As an integrative veterinarian with 20+ years of experience, Dr. Julie Buzby shares comprehensive information on canine topics you care about. From senior dog health problems like canine arthritis to everyday dilemmas like stopping a dog's nail from bleeding, no dog health topic is too big or small. Find thoughtful answers, delivered with a healthy dose of encouragement, in Dr. Buzby's award-winning dog blog.
Blue Green Algae and Dogs: Symptoms, Prevention
Blue green algae and dogs create a potentially deadly combination, and this very real hazard often catches dog parents unaware. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby is here to spread the word and arm you with information about blue green algae toxicity in dogs. Get the facts so you can safeguard your canine companion from this toxin.
Why Do Dogs Lick Their Paws? A Veterinarian Explains
If you are listening to your dog incessantly lick and chews his or her paws and wondering “Why do dogs lick their paws?”, this article is for you! Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby discusses two normal and seven abnormal reasons for dogs to lick their paws. Then she explains how your veterinarian will diagnose and address these different causes of paw licking, and what you can do at home to help your dog.
Dog’s Back Legs Weak? 20 Causes & How To Help Your Pup
Are your dog’s back legs weak? If so, integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby is here to help you understand 20 reasons for your dog’s hind legs to be losing strength, the signs you might see as your dog’s rear legs become weak, and what you can do at home to help your dog. Plus she explains when noticing weak back legs is an emergency and when it might be able to wait for a non-urgent but still timely appointment with your regular vet.
Epilepsy In Dogs: Signs, Diagnosis, Treatment
Epilepsy in dogs, specifically the idiopathic form, causes dogs to have recurrent seizures without an identifiable cause. While seeing your dog have a seizure will probably always be scary, understanding the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment for epilepsy may make it less daunting. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby shares what to know.
