Happy, Healthy Dog Care

SUMMARY: Do you know how to assess your dog’s vital signs at home? Capturing a baseline of your dog’s normal heart rate, body temperature, gum color, respiratory rate, and capillary refill time just may help you save your dog’s life someday. By the end of this article, you’ll have a clear understanding of the five […]

Are there holiday dangers for dogs lurking in your home? From Christmas decorations to candy canes, integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby uncovers 10 common Christmas culprits that can be hazardous for your dog. Learn how to protect your pet and keep the season merry for your canine companion.

If you are sharing life with a senior dog, no doubt you and “lab work” are on a first-name basis. Screening lab tests, such as blood tests and urinalysis, are an important part of keeping your dog healthy.

Especially during a hurricane evacuation or other emergency, your furry family members need your love, care, and attention. Having traveled with her dogs while evacuating for Hurricanes Florence, Irma, and Matthew, integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby shares 10 tips for preparing your family—furry and otherwise—for a disaster.

Are antlers good for dogs to chew on? Please “chews” NO! Have you ever had one of those moments where what you know and what you actually do in real life don’t align? That’s what happened to me the day I gave my dog Luke an antler to chew. A client had given me the deer antler because […]