Common Dog Health Problems

Old dog seizures, or seizures at any other age, probably rank pretty high on the list of things most dog parents hope they never experience. Seizures are scary—plain and simple. But integrative veterinarian, Dr. Julie Buzby, is here to help. With compassion and understanding, she discusses how to recognize seizures, why they occur, the types of seizures, how they are treated, and what to do if your dog has a seizure.

Realizing “My dog is wobbly and off balance” can be disconcerting for even the most seasoned dog parent. Integrative veterinarian, Dr. Julie Buzby, dives deep into the heart of your dog’s nervous system to explain the “why” behind the wobble and seven conditions that could be the culprit.

A splenic mass in dogs may be just a blip on the radar for some senior dogs, and a life-threatening crisis for others. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby invites her friend and colleague, Dr. Jennifer Shepherd, to the blog to give you the scoop on splenic masses and share the stories of three of her patients.

Whether you’ve known for years that your dog is carrying a few extra pounds or you just found out at a recent vet visit, you may be wondering, “How can I help my dog lose weight?” Integrative veterinarian, Dr. Julie Buzby, understands this struggle. That’s why she teamed up with board-certified veterinary nutritionist, Dr. Jackie Parr, to share four practical and doable canine weight-loss tips on how to help your dog lose weight.

A spinal stroke in dogs requires prompt medical attention. Learn its symptoms, treatments, and prognosis as Dr. Julie Buzby shares about a sweet Bernese Mountain Dog named Jasper.