Common Dog Health Problems

Deciding when to euthanize a dog with hemangiosarcoma can be incredibly difficult. Take it from Dr. Erica Irish, a veterinarian who lost not one but two of her beloved dogs to hemangiosarcoma. On the invitation of integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby, Dr. Irish wrote this blog to share her experiences and expertise with other dog parents who are facing the same heartbreaking decision.

There are many myths and misconceptions about heartworm disease in dogs. And social media platforms help fan the flames of misunderstanding. If you have concerns about heartworm disease in dogs, let’s bust these 10 myths together.

For your dog, itchy paws can be quite distressing. And listening to your dog lick and chew at his or her feet isn’t that pleasant for you either. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby discusses five reasons a dog may have itchy paws then gives six ideas for at-home remedies. Plus she discusses when you should make a vet appointment and how your vet can help give your dog some itchy paw relief.

Pyoderma in dogs (i.e. a bacterial skin infection) may lead to irritated and uncomfortable skin for your canine companion. To help you recognize this common condition, integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby reviews the causes, signs, diagnosis, and treatment of pyoderma in dogs.

After a diagnosis of dog kidney failure, when to euthanize your beloved companion may weigh heavily on your mind. How do you decide when it’s time to let him or her go? And what can you do in the meantime to give your dog the best life possible? To help you answer those questions (and more), integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby invites end-of-life-care veterinarian Dr. Dawnetta Woodruff to share her perspective.