Common Dog Health Problems

Hearing loss in dogs, be it gradual hearing loss or sudden hearing loss, can occur for a variety of reasons. But thankfully, most dogs learn to cope well. To help you navigate your dog’s hearing loss, integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby explains the signs of hearing loss, why dogs may experience hearing loss, how your vet can assess your dog’s hearing, and how to help and support your deaf dog.

Melanoma in dogs is a tumor of pigment cells and can affect a dog’s eyes, mouth, or skin. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby discusses the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of these three types of melanoma in dogs so that you can be informed and empowered.

Pancreatitis in dogs—which means inflammation of the pancreas—is a serious and even life-threatening medical condition. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby explains signs, risk factors, and treatment options so you can help your dog have the best possible outcome if he or she is ever diagnosed with pancreatitis..

Follicular cysts in dogs are benign fluid-filled skin masses that can sometimes rupture or become irritated. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby discusses the types, appearance, diagnosis, and treatment for follicular cysts in dogs so you will have a better idea of what to expect if one pops up on your pup.

Discovering your senior dog has cancer is always heartbreaking — even more so when you realize it’s an aggressive type like a hemangiosarcoma in dogs. Who better to lean into when wrestling with this diagnosis than a veterinarian who has walked in your shoes. Dr. Julie Buzby welcomes friend and fellow veterinarian, Dr. Erica Irish, to share her story of loving her senior dog through a canine hemangiosarcoma diagnosis