Common Dog Health Problems

Can dogs have Tums® for an upset stomach? The short answer is no. Tums aren’t likely to help as much as many other options, and they might make things worse. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby explains why Tums aren’t a good idea for GI upset in dogs, what vets do sometimes use Tums for, and eight things you can do instead of giving your dog Tums.

Dog constipation can have a variety of causes and may require veterinary intervention. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby discusses 14 causes of constipation. Plus she explains the symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of constipation so you know what to expect and when you need to take a potentially constipated dog to the vet.

Dog dandruff (dry flaky skin) may result from a variety of conditions—some more serious than others. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby provides the facts about nine common causes of dog dandruff. Plus, she explains how to manage your dog’s dandruff at home and which remedies to avoid.

In dogs, autoimmune skin diseases occur when the immune system mistakenly attacks skin cells. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby discusses the basics of canine autoimmune skin diseases and highlights the predisposed breeds, symptoms, treatment, and prognosis for six different dog autoimmune skin diseases.

A dog’s third eyelid is the pink to white membrane that lives in the inner corner of both eyes and helps protect and lubricate the eye. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby explains third eyelid anatomy and what to do if your dog’s third eyelid is sticking up. Plus, she covers seven third eyelid problems in dogs.