Common Dog Health Problems

A dog nose bleed can be upsetting (and messy). To help you feel prepared should your dog’s nose ever start bleeding unexpectedly, integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby explains how to stop a nose bleed at home and discusses 13 causes of dog nose bleeds.

Hearing a diagnosis of bladder cancer in dogs can be distressing as a dog parent, but integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby is here to help. She explains the signs, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis for the most common type of bladder cancer, transitional cell carcinoma in dogs. Armed with that information, you will be ready to help and support your sweet pup in his or her battle with bladder cancer.

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.