Common Dog Health Problems

Summary: A St Bernard named Charlie is diagnosed with heat stroke. Dr. Julie Buzby recounts the emergency, shares symptoms and treatment, and explains why heat stroke in dogs is a life-threatening—potentially fatal—veterinary emergency. Keep your dog safe by learning how to prevent heat stroke.

If you heard your vet say “kidney failure in dogs” and everything else he or she said about your senior dog’s diagnosis was a blur, this article is for you. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby explains kidney failure in detail—what it is, the types, common causes, which tests your vet may run, the various treatment options, and the overall outlook. Armed with this information, you will be ready to navigate kidney disease with your dear dog.

If you think you have a pot-bellied dog, you might wonder, “Could this be something serious? Or is it simply the result of one too many dog cookies?” To help you sort out the difference and know when to call the vet, integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby gives an overview of the top 10 reasons for a pot bellied dog.

When it comes to a corneal ulcer, dogs and humans alike would agree that it is painful. Not only that, but left untreated, a corneal ulcer could cause significant damage to a dog’s eye. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby explains why corneal ulcers occur, how to recognize one, and what your vet will do to help your dog feel better. Plus she gives some instructions on applying eye medication.

Is canine hypothyroidism part of your dog’s healthy history? If so, or if you suspect he may have it, read on as Julie Buzby, DVM, and her colleague, Jennifer Shepherd, DVM, reveal the three markers of true canine hypothyroidism, and why a T4 test is just the first step towards an accurate diagnosis.